Ethiopian Amharic Phrasebook

Ethiopian Amharic Phrasebook
by Tilahun Kebede, Catherine Snow

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Author: Catherine Snow, Tilahun Kebede
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2002-08-01
ISBN: 174059133X
Number of pages: 272
Publisher: Lonely Planet

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Book Review: Helpful and Handy size
Summary: 4 Stars

I bought this book in Addis Ababa, in the Hilton hotel, after attempting to use a couple of the locally written 'learn amharic' books, which I found difficult to try and work out pronunciation of some words. To my surprise this book was published in my home city 'down under'-Melbourne. The copy I bought is the second edition with the cover illustration: "Spot the Blue Donkey" by Patrick Marris.

I found reading this book was easier for me personally; it assisted in pronunciation of some words and I always had a lot of Ethiopian friends who'd gladly help out with the correction of any mis-pronunciations and also to explain the differences in words relating to gender-if you're talking to a man or a lady. Mainly because Amharic and Aussie English are like cheese and chalk.

I also liked the boxed texts and cultural notes, which give some insight into the Ethiopian culture. Like anything new, you've got to give it a go to get the confidence to carry on. The book is also a very handy size to carry around in a shirt pocket or small bag. Good on you Tilahun.

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Voices woven through staccato rhythms lead you to a narrow alley. Laughter flows from beneath a door. It opens to a kaleidoscope of sound and colour, led by an azmari singing a song of invitation. A waiter smiles as you glance in the book - you order a bira and some ocholoni. The day had started with a mountain top view of the Blue Nile and now the vibrant city nightlife takes you in.

new pronunciation guide and Amharic script
expanded dictionary with over 1000 words
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