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SynopsisNow with an audio CD, this second edition is a fun and friendly guide for anyone who wants to learn the basics of speaking Russian., Does learning Russian have to be so hard? Nyet! Learn the basics of the Russian language without getting discouraged. This friendly, fun, and practical approach offers first-time learners and re-learners of Russian the basics of grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and conversation. Whether learning Russian for business, school, or travel, or just to have a friendly conversation, this book is a must. One of the five official languages of the UN An increasingly important language for business, trade, and science Russian is the third most popular language for multilingual skills in the U.S., You're no idiot, of course. You know that learning any foreign language is a challenge, but not impossible, and Russian is no exception. With words like vodka and borscht already in your vocabulary, you'll reach your own glasnost with the speech in no time. The Complete Idiot's Guide[Registered] to Learning Russian, Second Edition, will show you how to expand your vocabulary beyond da and nyet. In this revised and updated Complete Idiot's Guide[Registered], you get: Essential language basics in grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. Conversational idioms and styles. Terms and phrases for everyday situations such as getting directions, financial transactions, restaurant orders, and emergencies. A sixty-minute audio CD featuring examples of spoken Russian words and phrases and their English translations. Develop your gift for gab in Russian. Conduct business transactions. Ask directions to Red Square. Learn the differences between Russian dialects. Know what to say-and who to say it to-in the event of an emergency. Engage in friendly conversations about all manner of topics. Order your favorite meal. Practice your diction and pronunciation. Discover Russia's increasing role in the world business community-as well as its position in world politics. Book jacket.