Caribbean Phrasebook
Caribbean Phrasebook
Approximately 100 million people travel to the Caribbean islands each year. Most miss the real charm of the islands because they can’t communicate with the people who live there. Once you learn a few phrases however, you’ll find that the people and culture of the islands will open up to you in ways you never imagined. If you’re planning a Caribbean Vacation or just want to learn the languages spoken there, then this book is for you. The Caribbean Phrasebook is a different kind of cruise guide that you should use alongside your favorite tourist guide to really immerse yourself in the culture of the people and enjoy trying your skills with speaking their native languages. They’ll appreciate your wanting to learn and often go out of their way to share with you secrets of their culture and language. If you’re planning a Caribbean Vacation or just want to learn the languages spoken there, then this book is for you. We’ve chosen the most commonly encountered languages and included phrases and vocabulary terms you’re likely to encounter.
Here you’ll find commonly used words and phrases in 5 languages.
Major topics included are accommodations, travel, street foods of the Caribbean, food, beverages. dining, shopping, and conversation. You’ll also find a special section for emergencies and medical information which could prove invaluable should you find yourself in need of assistance.
Contents
Introduction
A Guide to English Pronunciation
The English Alphabet
English Vowels
Vowel Sounds
A Guide to Spanish Pronunciation
A Guide to French Pronunciation
Sorting It All Out
Consonants
Stress
Linking
Elision
Silent Letters
Six Easy Rules for Vowels
Vowels and Diphthongs (non-nasalized)
Nasalized Vowels
Vowels in Contrast
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Liaison
A Guide to Creole Pronunciation
Vowels
A Guide to Jamaican Patois Pronunciation
Jamaican alphabet
Greetings
Introductions
Conversation
Questions
Questions Vocabulary
Transportation
Transportation Vocabulary
Accomodations
Accomodations Vocabulary
Meals
Street Foods of the Caribbean
Beverage
Food
Utensils
Measurements
Animals
Numbers
Dates
Months
City
Clothing
Colors
People
Art
Home
Electronics
Nature
Directions
Seasons
Bathroom
Time
Body
Shopping
Family
Emergency
The Lord’s Prayer
Padre Nuestro
Notre Père
Papa Nou
Jamaican Patois
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