Easy Indonesian

Easy Indonesian

Author: Thomas G. Oey, Ph.D.

Publisher: Tuttle Publishing

Published: 2013-05-07

Total Pages: 223

ISBN-13: 1462913717

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This practical and concise self-study guide will help you learn Indonesian in a very short time Indonesia is the hot new Asian destination, a country where lively conversation, good humor and warm human interaction are integral parts of daily life. In addition, the Indonesian language is widely considered to be one of the easiest Asian languages for Westerners to learn. Easy Indonesian brings Indonesian language and culture alive, giving you all the basics you need to start speaking Indonesian immediately. The opening chapters introduce the essentials of pronunciation and sentence construction, with each subsequent chapter moving you forward in gradually building up your knowledge for specific situations and activities, such as making new acquaintances, going shopping, traveling around, and much more. Every chapter contains helpful information on the customs and culture of this warm and friendly country, so that you'll soon be able to read Indonesian, speak Indonesian and talk about everything from the weather to your job and home and family with ease. An extensive glossary at the back and a section on verb and noun forms are included to help you build your vocabulary and understand the different forms that Indonesian words take. The accompanying downloadable audio gives you a solid foundation in correct pronunciation and helps you get a feel for the spoken language, so you'll be able to understand what people are saying--and participate in conversations!


Easy Indonesian

Easy Indonesian

Author: Thomas G. Oey

Publisher:

Published: 2020-04-17

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 9780804852487

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Easy Indonesian is a practical resource that brings the Indonesian language to learners and travelers everywhere. This invaluable guide introduces all the basics of the Indonesian language, as well as vocabulary and tips for typical daily conversation. All dialogues are highly practical, authentic and illustrated with manga for easy memorization. A complete language course and pocket dictionary in one, this book includes: Native-speaker audio recordings Focus on daily communication Structured, progressive lessons A glossary of commonly used words & phrases Pronunciation & sentence structure guide Etiquette tips and cultural dos and don'ts


Learn Indonesian language Phrase Book

Learn Indonesian language Phrase Book

Author: Haneef Khee Abdullah

Publisher: Haneef Khee

Published: 2017-03-19

Total Pages: 200

ISBN-13: 9811127638

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This is more than just a handy Indonesian phrasebook, with additional information on the culture and also tips to be easily accepted by local Indonesians. Includes video links in the book for enhanced learning. Any seasonal traveler to Indonesia will tell you that having the ability to speak the Indonesian language and knowing its culture will make a huge difference in a person’s travel experience in Indonesia, be it on a business trip or a leisure holiday visit. Knowing the very essentials of the language will get you around easily, accomplishing daily activities, from relating to the people, travelling from point to point, paying for the right product at the right price, checking-in and out of hotels, dinning-in and getting much more out of your visit. That is the reason for this book which is designed for all travelers to Indonesia. The focus here is not only on effective communication, but also on simple grammar understanding, proper sentence construction, generating the right word for the right context, cultural exposure, and even tips to get the Indonesians to accept and embrace you better. It is organized to be easy, simple, concise, comprehensive and useful and yet not information dumping. Throughout the learning process, knowledge learnt will be accumulative, so you get to acquire the necessary skills to speak the language better and more effective with every chapter of learning. Every chapter has a good mix of theory and practical, and contain common phrases that can be used immediately. Learners can immediately start to speak and communicate with the locals without having to first complete learning the whole book. Learn Indonesian Language Phrase Book covers: 1.Hundreds of useful Indonesian words and phrases 2.200 most common words in Indonesian 3.100 most common verbs, adjectives and nouns 4.Arranged by topic and situation for easy use and reference 5.Grammar and pronunciation guide 6.Cultural exposure and tips to be easily accepted by locals 7.Complete guide to the affixation system with clear explanation 8.Make learning simple, easy and fun with selected video clips 9.Material is arranged in a step-by-step manner. 10.Books are compact (in size) but comprehensive (in information) 11.Instructions are easy to follow and understand 12.Books can be used for self-improving or in a class learning environment 13.Good mixture of theory and practical 14.With the learning system of Language Made Easy Series, learners will learn the most important part of the language in a systematical manner, so they can apply the knowledge almost immediately


Top 100 Most Common Indonesian Verbs

Top 100 Most Common Indonesian Verbs

Author: Maria Tan

Publisher:

Published: 2020-03-13

Total Pages: 60

ISBN-13:

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Learn 100 most common verbs in Indonesian with example sentences and translations in English. This book discusses the 100 most frequent verbs in Indonesian in alphabetical order. All verbs come with example sentences and translations in English. Understanding how to use these verbs is a high priority for any Indonesian language learners. Seeing the example sentences in Indonesian allows learners to learn the words in their appropriate context; while the English translations allow learners to learn more new words in an instant.


Indonesian for Beginners

Indonesian for Beginners

Author: Katherine Davidsen

Publisher: Tuttle Publishing

Published: 2019-08-20

Total Pages: 308

ISBN-13: 1462920047

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Selamat datang! Learn to read, write, and speak Indonesian! By completing the 12 lessons in Indonesian for Beginners, you will learn not only to understand, speak, read and write basic Indonesian, but also about many important aspects of Indonesia's amazingly diverse culture, people, and places. This book provides a gateway to understanding the Indonesian language and country, and helps you to apply what you learn in a way that is relevant, meaningful and fun. The course is structured around the concept of spending a year in Indonesia--experiencing different seasonal events which bring the learner on a journey. In this way, the cultural and background information becomes a natural part of the understanding of the Indonesian language and helps you to place what you learn into context within a full narrative about life in Indonesia. Each chapter contains the following elements: An introduction with images and captions Grammar points A word bank presenting key vocabulary One or more sample conversations Listening practice and readings An "Indonesian and me" section that uses Indonesian to talk about yourself Key questions and statements Drills and exercises Indonesian for Beginners includes reading, writing and speaking tasks based on authentic real-life materials. While aimed at learners taking a classroom course, it can also be used by anyone studying Indonesian in other ways--in a high school course or as a self-study book.


Indonesian Flash Cards

Indonesian Flash Cards

Author: Zane Goebel

Publisher: Tuttle Publishing

Published: 2014-11-11

Total Pages: 634

ISBN-13: 1462915345

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Indonesian Flash Cards is an excellent new Indonesian language learning resource for beginning students of Indonesian. Before heading out to Bali, the best way to learn Indonesian is to start practicing with these flashcards and give a boost to your Indonesian language skills. Since Indonesian uses a romanized alphabet, you can read Indonesian without learning a new alphabet or special characters. Each card features definitions, related words, sample sentences, and thematic grouping. This flash cards kit contains: 300 flash cards featuring the most commonly used words. Downloadable native speaker audio recordings of 1,200+ Indonesian words and phrases. A 32-page study booklet with sorting indexes and practice tips. Each card has one main vocabulary item and several derived words. Ideal for beginning students of Indonesian and anyone living in the country. These Indonesian flashcards are an excellent way of gradually increasing your Indonesian vocabulary. Their compact format makes them easy to carry around with you as you go about your regular routine, and you can make use of any spare minutes throughout the day to test yourself or take the next step in your Indonesian language learning. The key to building a working vocabulary is frequent exposure rather than prolonged study sessions, and with these flash cards it is easy to make good use of any odd minutes that would otherwise be wasted--on the bus, standing in line, or over a cup of coffee.


My First Indonesian Parts of a Car Picture Book with English Translations: Bilingual Early Learning & Easy Teaching Indonesian Books for Kids

My First Indonesian Parts of a Car Picture Book with English Translations: Bilingual Early Learning & Easy Teaching Indonesian Books for Kids

Author: Aulia S

Publisher: Teach & Learn Basic Indonesian

Published: 2020-03

Total Pages: 30

ISBN-13: 9780369602558

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Did you ever want to teach your kids names of all the different Parts of a Car in Indonesian ? Learning Indonesian can be fun with this picture book. In this book you will find the following features: Parts of a Car in Indonesian. Colorful Pictures of Parts of a Car. Parts of a Car in English. Some Important Information Regarding Our Books: Each Part of a Car has its own Page. All Pages are in Color. No Transliterations (Pronunciations). You (the Parent) should be helping your child learn how to pronounce.


The Learner's Dictionary of Today's Indonesian

The Learner's Dictionary of Today's Indonesian

Author: George Quinn

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2020-07-16

Total Pages: 1176

ISBN-13: 1000251845

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What are the 24 words for 'you' in Indonesian? Why does Indonesian have four words for 'rice but no exact equivalent of 'farm'? How do you say 'Bang!' 'Ouch!' and 'Eh?'. What is the difference between dong and doang in colloquial Indonesian? How did the name of the Hindu god Indra give us the modern Indonesian word for motor vehicle? Whether you are a beginner or an advanced student of Indonesian, The Learner's Dictionary of Today's Indonesian is an essential tool to help you gain an authentic, up-to-date, and active command of the language. It provides a wholly new, very detailed snapshot of the core vocabulary of Indonesian. Among its features are: * thousand of illustrative sentences * an easy pronunciation guide * extensive cross-referencing * helpful tips on usage * topic lists which group the dictionary's words according to 42 'common usage' areas, including time, colours, daily activities, the home, sport, occupations, mass media, religion and business. A unique feature of the dictionary is the dozens of boxes giving invaluable information on everyday usage, word origins and nuances of meaning. Rich in information on the cultural context in which words are used, it includes notes on the difficulties learners experience arising from differences in culture and history between English-speakers and Indonesian-speakers. The Learner's Dictionary of Today's Indonesian is the first comprehensive dictionary designed specifically to help you gain a practical command of the national language of one of the world's most populous nations.


My First Book of Indonesian Words

My First Book of Indonesian Words

Author: Linda Hibbs

Publisher: Tuttle Publishing

Published: 2016-02-02

Total Pages: 33

ISBN-13: 1462917844

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My First Book of Indonesian Words introduces Indonesian language and culture to young children in a fun, playful way. The familiar ABC rhyming structure combines with sparkling illustrations to encourage the natural ability of children to pick up new languages and vocabulary quickly. Words for things kids already know in English are joined by words specific to Indonesia, giving kids a glimpse into Indonesian life and culture. Everyday expressions--like "Apa kabar?" which means "How are you?"--give kids a chance to communicate in a meaningful way and show them that when it comes to courtesy and friendliness, other cultures have a lot in common with their own. Cultural and linguistic notes are added for the parents to enhance the Indonesian learning experience. The cheerful illustrations depict a friendly and culturally rich nation, where the people are happy to know you and to share a bit of who they are and how they live.