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Usually ships in 1 business days | | Only 2 left in stock, order soon! | | | | | | This work is a must for anyone travelling abroad. As the first phrasebook ever to appear in a 'map' format, what better guided tour could there be through the experiences of travelling in a foreign language? Also the perfect stocking filler, bon voyage gift, thank you, or party gift. A patented lamination process allows Language Maps to fold and unfold in a snap without tearing in addition to being durable, weatherproof, compact, sturdy, easy to use, and much lighter and discreet than a dictionary or phrasebook. It contains hundreds of words and phrases split into important sections, covering the basics for any trip. Language Maps are so beautifully illustrated that all travellers will be proud to use them in any setting, whether dining in an expensive restaurant or buying tickets to a museum. | | | |
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| | Product Details | | Author: | Kristine K. Kershul | | Publisher: | Bilingual Books, Inc. | | Publication Date: | January 01, 2001 | | Language: | English | | ISBN: | 094450213X | | Product Length: | 11.15 inches | | Product Width: | 4.31 inches | | Product Height: | 0.1 inches | | Product Weight: | 0.14 pounds | | Package Length: | 11.15 inches | | Package Width: | 4.31 inches | | Package Height: | 0.1 inches | | Package Weight: | 0.15 pounds | | Average Customer Rating: |  based on 3 reviews |
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5 of 5 found the following review helpful:
 A very handy little item for travelers Mar 13, 2005
By Robert Crowe
As my wife and I prepare for our second trip to Japan, our fears of linguistic isolation are much smaller. This time around, we have taken conversational Japanese lessons and found out that the spoken language is not as hard as we expected (except for counting things, a real brain twister for Westerners). This Language Map helped us greatly on our first visit with the little questions, answers and bits of courtesy needed in any language. We will bring it again this time for a quick reference on the details we will inevitably forget.
There is an English phonetic pronunciation beside each Japanese word or phrase. It may not be enough for someone with no knowledge of Japanese to pronounce the phrase correctly. The format of the Language Map may be too small to provide enough coaching (although, on the other hand, the compact size is a big plus). The Language Map does not inform you about the relative lack of inflection in Japanese compared to Western languages or the subtle inflections in many words. For example, many Americans think they know the Japanese equivalent of "thank you" and they almost always pronounce it "ah-ree-GAH-toh," with a strong accent on the third syllable. Of course, that's not the way the Japanese say it, with something between flat intonation and a very soft accent on the second syllable. The phonetic pronunciations do omit all those unspoken or whispered u's (saying dess instead of desu, for example). The Language Map contains the common phrase "ikura desu ka" (how much is it) with the phonetic pronunciation "ee-koo-rah dess kah." The first-time visitor to Japan may not notice the silent vowels.
The Japanese may not understand us if we try to read the words provided here with English phonetic pronunciation. With luck, they would think it funny, perhaps even cute, and appreciate the effort we make to speak their language. A little knowledge of the basic rules of Japanese pronunciation would make this tool more useful.
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 Very Helpful Dec 21, 2008
By Catherine A. Lehosky
This is a very basic and easy reference that can be taken with you around town to refresh your memory as you go. The Japanese people really appreciate the effort to try and speak their language and are extremely patient as you look for the right thing to say. The more I used this guide the more comfortable I became actually speaking Japanese. If you have the time to take formal classes or use a Rosetta Stone program before you go great! However, this will still come in handy as a crutch until you become more comfortable.
It's GREAT, but.... Apr 29, 2012
By Patriciann M. Ryan
"p.ryan"
But too bad it arrived later than I expected, much later than other things I order and after our trip. It would have been great to have on our flight over. Wish I'd had it because it's very extensive, with everything you would want to know how to say to get around and be respectful. Get one if you can. I like the size, although it doesn't fold up and fit into a pocket, but I like the material, light plastic, all my city maps are the same. Our paper maps were huge and all developed tears in the creases. I don't know when I will be going to Japan again, but I'm keeping it. I recommend ordering things with a very comfortable time to receive them.
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