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Rick Steves' French Phrase Book & Dictionary Paperback – November 26, 2013
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Rick Steves has spent 100 days every year since 1973 exploring Europe. Rick produces a public television series (Rick Steves' Europe), a public radio show (Travel with Rick Steves), and an app and podcast (Rick Steves Audio Europe); writes a bestselling series of guidebooks and a nationally syndicated newspaper column; organizes guided tours that take thousands of travelers to Europe annually; and offers an information-packed website (RickSteves.com). With the help of his hardworking staff of 80 at Europe Through the Back Door—in Edmonds, Washington, just north of Seattle—Rick's mission is to make European travel fun, affordable, and culturally broadening for Americans.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
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Dana Quinn
on March 2, 2014
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This little book covers everything I could want, including Steves' personable, practical tips for use of the book itself, and of course for the French language. Steves addresses both literal and social points of particular communications. This book provides the words one needs to navigate food (including markets) and dining, travel, medical, shopping, entertainment, sightseeing and much, much more. An excellent application for anyone who is going to spend time in France. Very, useful. A "must-have" was perfectly met for me in that pronunciations are paired with every word or phrase - vital in that the French language is often not phonetic and because with this tool, after a while, one begins to form "patterns" that lead to memorization. Steves always includes some human interest to keep the reader, well, "interested." Steves understands that the most readers are not focused on becoming fluent French linguists, but rather wish to be able to combine enough French language with acceptabe non-verbal cues to be polite, engaged, and comfortable guests in France. In every way a delightful purchase.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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My French is a little rusty so before I headed to Paris I purchased Rick Steves' phrase book. I was glad I had it along. It was useful in restaurants to decipher that one word that made all the difference in whether or not I wanted to order something. I like that it was small enough to fit in my pocket. This and Rick Steves' Paris 2014 are the only books you need for that Paris trip.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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mimi of many
on June 23, 2014
Since my college French has gotten very rusty, I decided to order Steves' French Phrase Book and Dictionary in preparation for a trip to France later this year. Since the book is divided into categories, it is easy to find the words or phrases one needs to handle whatever situation is at hand. Following each phrase is the pronunciation. He also deals with the colloquial way to say many things and that is a big help. While most people in France do speak English, they always appreciate it when we Americans struggle to use their language and I plan to study this book at length before my trip.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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Margaret rohde
on June 8, 2014
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This is a very practical and helpful guide to all things French. Steve covers important cultural differences, such as the customary greeting. The guide aided me to ask basic questions at the airport, cafes, shops, etc.
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Karen Webb
on June 6, 2014
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Rick Steves' books and advice are simply "the best" books. His pronunciation guide is great. We are using his book as a guide for our French group.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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on May 26, 2014
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Yes it was helpful. I would recommend it to any traveller to France. Not too many English speakers in Paris.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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Jenn RW
on July 9, 2014
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This book was so helpful on our vacation!! The phrases are super useful and the book is divided into easy-to-use sections. I would recommend this book to anyone going on vacation in France!!
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E. Tucker
on May 11, 2014
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not just a language manual. Lots of cultural hints as well. Regional guides to wines, several ways to say "you are welcome", etc.
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