With Collins Gem Italian phrasebook you will sound & speak like a native. It's ideal for practising pronunciation listening comprehension & becoming more confident not just in speaking but in understanding others when abroad. The Italian Gem will give you the right word at the right time
- every time. In all of the most common travel situations you need the reassurance that you can communicate with ease. A reliable portable & easy-to-use phrasebook is a travel essential & with Collins Gem Italian phrasebook the right word will always be at your fingertips. This indispensable language guide covers the topics & phrases that crop up everyday on holiday from finding a hotel to choosing wine.
Includes:: o Travel information & tips o 3000 word dictionary o Comprehensive menu decoder o Grammar & pronunciation sections o Face to face" sections With the help of Gem Italian you will never be lost for words in Italy again."

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With Collins Italian Phrasebook & Dictionary you will sound & speak like a native. As the only phrasebook in the market offering an hours worth of downloadable audio files it is ideal for practising pronunciation listening comprehension & becoming more confident not just in speaking but in understanding others when abroad. Collins Italian Phrasebook & Dictionary is four books in one
- a photoguide a phrasebook a food guide containing a menu reader & a 5 000-word dictionary. The phrases are short & easy to use. The language reflects everyday speech
- there are no lengthy sentences to struggle & sweat over. The phrases have a simple guide to help with pronunciation. There are also practical tips to help you make the most of your visit abroad. The new 4-colour layout allows easy access to key information. Collins Italian Phrasebook & Dictionary isnt just for emergencies. The specially commissioned food guides describe the different regional dishes & wines. They also contain a comprehensive menu reader to guide you through the maze of menus. The audio files cover all the essential phrases needed to get by. They are presented clearly & slowly by a native speaker & all words & phrases are repeated twice. The listening material provides a chance to practise & learn key words & vocabulary before you embark on your travels. Repeated listening will ensure that you will recognize much of what is said to you abroad & will give you extra confidence in your pronunciation.

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With Collins Japanese Phrasebook & Dictionary you will sound & speak like a native. As the only phrasebook in the market offering an hour's worth of downloadable audio files it's ideal for practicing pronunciation listening comprehension & becoming more confident not just in speaking but in understanding others when abroad. Collins Japanese Phrasebook & Dictionary is 'four books in one'
- a photoguide a phrasebook a food guide containing a menu reader & a 5 000-word dictionary. The phrases are short & easy to use. The language reflects everyday speech
- there are no lengthy sentences to struggle & sweat over. The phrases have a simple guide to help with pronunciation. There are also practical tips to help you make the most of your visit abroad. The new 4-colour layout allows easy access to key information. Collins Japanese Phrasebook & Dictionary isn't just for emergencies. The specially commissioned food guides describe the different regional dishes & wines. They also contain a comprehensive menu reader to guide you through the maze of menus. The audio files cover all the essential phrases needed to get by. They are presented clearly & slowly by a native speaker & all words & phrases are repeated twice. The listening material provides a chance to practise & learn key words & vocabulary before you embark on your travels. Repeated listening will ensure that you will recognize much of what is said to you abroad & will give you extra confidence in your pronunciation.

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For children aged 7 & over this clear easy-to-use dictionary contains full sentence definitions child-friendly example sentences & parts of speech (noun adjective etc) as well as colour headwords an A-Z index on every page & homework help with the Collins Word Wizard. * Colour headwords & the alphabet on every page make it easy to find the right word * Words are clearly defined & used in a full sentence to increase understanding of the word * Collins Word Wizard

Includes:: useful word lists brainteaser quizzes & help with spelling grammar & writing to improve language skills * Durable ' Flexi' cover * For ages 7+

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Collins Keystart UK Atlas is a multi-topic atlas of the UK which introduces topics to reflect the Geography History & Environmental Studies Key Stage 2 requirements of the National Curriculum. The atlas is organised into themes: landscapes climate cities pollution Vikings Romans Tudors etc. Each spread is devoted to a single topic. A variety of maps graphs text & photographs are used to allow integration of the different strands of Geography History & Environmental Studies curriculi. ...

As straightforward & easy to follow as a Roman road Collins Latin Language & Roman Culture is the most accessible guide to both the language & the literature of one of the greatest empires the world has known. Starting from basics it covers all the essential grammar & vocabulary you need to decipher Latin for yourself before going on to bring Romes greatest writers back to life through superb audio recordings available online. Collins Latin Language & Roman Culture is suitable for complete beginners & improvers alike & makes an ideal companion to the best-selling Collins Latin Dictionary & Grammar. As well as a comprehensive introduction to Latin grammar & usage it offers an insight into the works of key poets & thinkers. Accompanying recordings of every extract are available online so you can hear how the texts should sound & can perhaps try reading them aloud yourself. There is ample background information on Roman life & culture along with plenty of exercise material to test your progress as you go. You will also learn about words derived from Latin & the commonest Latin phrases still in use in English today. All this means that with Collins Latin Language & Roman Culture youll be well-versed in one of the greatest linguistic influences on modern English. ...

The Collins Latin Pocket Dictionary offers the learner of Latin extensive coverage of Latin & English in a compact handy format. The Collins Latin Pocket Dictionary is designed for all those studying Latin whether at school or as a hobby. It is the ideal text for learners of Latin & comes with a useful supplement of Latin phrases used in English. * The Collins Latin Pocket Dictionary offers extensive coverage of Latin & English. * This dictionary

Includes:: a supplement on Latin verbs & nouns. * The clear layout ensures that users find the information they want quickly & easily. Other titles in the Collins Latin Dictionary range include: Collins Latin Dictionary & Grammar & Collins Gem Latin Dictionary.

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When you open this little book the state secrets of the game of bridge lie in your hands. They cover everything you need to know to go from being a bridge beginner to an international mastermind! The book is split into short concise & easy-to-follow tips that will help to improve all aspects of your game & strategy. They reveal how to play a good defensive hand how to devise a bidding system what you can likely read from an opponents play & lots more. The beautifully decorated pages & luxury pocket style make this book something a little bit special. With it by your side youll always come up trumps! ...

Inside the covers of this little book lie the secrets of Britains only ever Scrabble World Champion. Scrabble is played by millions but mastered by very few & unless youre a Scrabble player who likes to lose this book is a must. In it Mark Nyman spells out the most useful two letter words what to do when you have a case of irritable vowel syndrome strategies for how to get off to a flying start & lists our languages strangest & most unbelievably useful words. Between these golden tips come anecdotes & words of wisdom from a lifetime at the top. Beautifully produced Collins Little Book of Scrabble (t) Secrets is a treasure in itself & makes a perfect gift. Be careful who you give it to though; you might find yourself scrabbling around in their dust when next you play! Collins Little Book of Scrabble (t) Secrets is endorsed by Mattel. SCRABBLE (t) is a registered trademark of J. W. Spear & Sons Ltd. a subsidiary of Mattel Inc.A (c) 2011 Mattel Inc. All Rights Reserved At the age of sixteen Mark appeared on Countdown & a year later became the shows first ever Champion of Champions. In 1993 Mark won the World Scrabble Championship & remains the only British person to have done so. ...

Built on the strengths of Collins best-selling Maths Dictionary by Kay Gardner Collins Maths Dictionary is packed with the vocabulary definitions recommended for Years 3 to 6. * Contains over 375 entries following the yearly vocabulary recommended for Years 3 to 6 & beyond * Headwords guidewords & a thumb index follow important dictionary conventions & support independent use *

Includes:: introductory sections for teachers pupils & parents * For ages 7+

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