Have you ever considered learning Indonesian (Bahasa Indonesia), but were worried it would be too difficult? Don't let yourself be scared away! Indonesian has been called "the most accessible language there is". Indonesian has an uncomplicated system of grammar and vocabulary. Also, unlike some other Asian languages it has no tones and even uses the Roman alphabet. Add the fact that it is one of the most spoken languages in the world and the advantages of choosing to learn Indonesian become clear. Part of Tuttle Publishing's Essential Phrasebooks Series, Essential Indonesian is a great first introduction and phrasebook for the language of Indonesia. Perfect for business people or tourist traveling to Indonesia or for students who want to supplement their learning (and get an A in Indonesian!), this book's easy indexing feature allows it to act as an Indonesian phrasebook or as an Indonesian to English Dictionary / English to Indonesian Dictionary. A clever "point to" feature allows you to simply point to a phrase translated in Indonesian without the need to say a single word. You will soon find yourself turning to Essential Indonesian again and again when visiting Indonesia and working or interacting with Indonesians
In this book you will find:
- Over 1500 practical sentences for everyday use.
- A glossary of over 200 terms and expressions.
- Terms and phrases covering essential aspects of traveling and living in Indonesia.
- Latest Indonesian vocabulary and phrases for smartphones, social media and more.