Spanish For Dummies [Paperback]

Learn Latin American Spanish quickly and painlessly

The job market for those who are bilingual is expanding rapidly. Businesses and government agencies are hiring translators; retailers and advertisers are concentrating more energy in targeting the Spanish-speaking ; and hospitals and agencies are seeking to overcome language barriers.

Whether you’re a student studying Spanish, a traveler gearing up for a trip to a Spanish-speaking country and need to learn the basics, or a upwardly mobile looking to get ahead of the pack in your career by learning a second language, Spanish For Dummies, 2^nd edition is your hands-on guide to quickly and painlessly learn Latin American Spanish that includes:

• Expanded coverage of grammar, verb conjugations, and pronunciations
• A refreshed and expanded mini-dictionary complete with even more essential vocabulary, exercises, and more
• A revamped and expanded bonus CD-ROM that includes real-life dialogue to aid in your learning

Whether you’re looking to learn Spanish for use in the home, class, at the office, or on the go, Spanish For Dummies, 2^nd edition has you covered!

Part I: Getting Started.

Chapter 1: Spanish in a Nutshell.

Chapter 2: Warming Up with Spanish Grammar Basics.

Chapter 3: Getting Started with Basic Expressions.

Chapter 4: Getting Your Numbers, Times, and Measurements Straight.

Chapter 5: Speaking Spanish at Home.

Part II: Spanish in Action.

Chapter 6: Getting to Know You: Making Small Talk.

Chapter 7: Askl#,