Author: Kavita Kumar
Publisher: Rupa
Year: 2004
Language: multilingual
Pages: 314
ISBN/UPC (if available): 8129104571
Description
The Hindi English Phrasebook-Containing an English-Hindi dictionary, a guide to Hindi grammar and a list of commonly used Hindi phrases - is the perfect companion for short and long-term visitors to India.
With an Easy-to-follow, user-friendly plan that is the specialization of the author Kavita Kumar, the Hindi English Phrasebook lists nearly three thousand words, covering diverse situations and conversations. It includes proverbs and idioms as well as useful tips and cultural notes to broaden understanding about conditions within India.
A Valuable guide, this book will ensure pleasant social contacts, an enjoyable journey and a memorable vacation.
Contents
PREFACE
Pronunciation Guide
Word Order In Hindi
Asking Questions
Everyday Phrases
Language Problems
Introductory Meeting
Parting Sentences
Basic Needs
Basic Emotions
Meeting The Neighbours
At the Customs
Immigration
Customs
Hiring a Taxi
In The Taxi
Tourist Information Booking A Room in a Hotel
Enquiry & Booking
Asking for Additional Services
Room Service
Complaints
Ordering Breakfast
At the Front Desk of a Hotel Rent a Room
Apartment Paying Guest Accommodation Holiday Booking Asking Directions
Foreigner’s Registration Office
Telephone booth
Lost my Way
At the Crossing
Samath
Booking For Music Concert
Sight Seeing
Boat Ride
Eating Out
Indian Foods
Finding Lost Belongings Accident
Shopping
Photography
Visa Office
Exploring Business
Banking
Changing Money
Availing Miscellaneous Serve
Communication
Personal Grooming
Emergency Services
Transportation
Bus Travel
Rickshaw Ride
At the Airlines
Visiting The Church Health & Medicine
Proposing Friendship
Expressing Love
Proposing Marriage
Weather
Seasons
Telling Time
Months
Days of The Week
Time Divisions
Directions
Hobbies
Politics
Dowry Problem
Numbers
Cultural Notes
Proverbs
Idioms
Vocabulary
English Words in Everyday Use
Grammar
Index