The Penguin German Phrasebook

Book excerpt: A stylish, pocket-size phrasebook perfect for business travelers, backpackers, sightseers, and anyone who wants to keep their German close at hand Penguin’s German phrasebook includes a wealth of useful words and expressions essential to travelers of all kinds, spelled out phonetically and arranged in sections to help you deal with specific situations and needs as they arise. After a primer on basic grammar and a quick pronunciation guide, you’ll find statements and questions like: • Does the hotel have wi-fi? Hat das Hotel Wi-fi? (hat das hohtel wi-fi) • My luggage has not arrived. Mein Gepäck ist nicht angekommen. (mine gupeck ist nikht an-gukommen) • How much does the tour cost? Wie viel kostet die Tour? (vee feel kostet dee toor) • Two glasses of beer, please. Zwei Gläser Bier bitte. (tsvy glayzer beer, bitter) • Does anyone here speak English? Spricht hier irgend jemand Englisch? (sprikht heer eergunt yaymant aing-lish) Some of the German phrases are marked with an asterisk, giving an indication of the kind of reply you might get to your questions, and of questions you may be asked in turn. With an elegant cover and easy-to-read design that are the hallmarks of Penguin Books, this essential reference will have you feeling at home no matter where your travels take you.