Lonely Planet Lao Phrasebook & Dictionary - Joe Cummings, Lonely Planet

Learn essential phrases and vocabulary–from directions to eating out and travelling safely–and get to the heart of the local culture with this on-the-go language guide.Never get stuck for words again with Lonely Planet's Laos Phrasebook & Dictionary and feel at ease with social greetings, manners and tips on local culture during your travels. Use the pull-out fast-phrases card when you need to reference something quickly, and let the 3,500 word two-way dictionary guide you in your conversations.Inside Lonely Planet's Laos Phrasebook & Dictionary:Learn top phrases and get to grips with the basics with handy guides on pronunciation, phonetics and grammarBuy tickets for transport, find and book accommodation, get directions, understand currency and find your way when you're out and aboutOrder foods with confidence using the menu decoder, learn table etiquette and manners, ask for special meals and discuss dietary requirementsPractice simple greetings and conversation starters so you can meet new people and socialise with the community Understand what to say when visiting a pharmacy, discuss medical symptoms, speak to a doctor, contact the police, and get help when you need it Reference situations and events quickly using the pull-out fast-phrases cardTranslate specific words and learn their meanings with the 3,500 word two-way dictionary Lonely Planet's Phrasebook & Dictionary series covers 120+ languages – more than any other publisher on the market! Get to the heart of Laos and immerse yourself in the language, so you can get closer to the local culture and community, and have your best adventure yet.