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The core concepts you need to write and speak German

Learning a new language is a fun and challenging feat for students at every level. Perfect for those just starting out or returning to German after some time away, German Essentials For Dummies focuses on core concepts taught (and tested on!) in a typical introductory German course. From adjectives and adverbs to understanding tenses and asking questions, you'll skip the suffering and score high marks at exam time with the help of German Essentials For Dummies.

Designed for students (and parents) who want the key concepts and a few examples--without the review, ramp-up, and anecdotal content--German Essentials For Dummies is a perfect solution for exam-cramming, homework help, and reference.

  • Focuses on everything from grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciations to verb forms and tenses
  • Perfect for a refresher or a quick reference
  • Aids you in writing assignments, tests, and conversational German

    • If you have some knowledge of German and want to polish your skills, German Essentials For Dummies focuses on just the core concepts you need to communicate effectively.

    ISBN-13: 9781118184226

    Media Type: Paperback

    Publisher: Wiley

    Publication Date: 05-29-2012

    Pages: 192

    Product Dimensions: 5.50(w) x 8.40(h) x 0.50(d)

    Series: For Dummies

    Wendy Foster has been a teacher, writer, editor, and translator. She is the author of Intermediate German For Dummies. Paulina Christensen, PhD, and Anne Fox are veteran language instructors.

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    Table of Contents

    Introduction 1

    Chapter 1: Laying the Foundations of German 5

    Chapter 2: Grasping Gender and Case 23

    Chapter 3: Handling the Present 37

    Chapter 4: Modifying with Modal Auxiliary Verbs 55

    Chapter 5: Describing and Connecting Your Thoughts 69

    Chapter 6: Asking and Answering Questions 93

    Chapter 7: Stepping Back in the Past 109

    Chapter 8: Focusing on the Future 125

    Chapter 9: Understanding Verb Moods 135

    Chapter 10: Ten Important Verb Distinctions 149

    Appendix: Verb Charts 155

    Index 169