Madinah Arabic Reader (Book 1)

An approach to teaching the Arabic language by introducing vocabulary and grammar in small doses, based on the most commonly used words in Arabic literature and the most frequently used grammatical constructions. Book One focuses on the rules of nominal sentences.

This update, easy-to-use reference book gives you:

• The 501 most common Arabic verbs in a table format
• Both the Arabic characters and their English infinitive form at the top of each page
• Exemplary essay that discusses Arabic verb formation and usage
• Common idioms with example sentences to demonstrate verb usage
• A grammar review and a pattern index
• Indexes that list verbs in both root order and strict alphabetical order

Compact and easy to use, this handy guide includes travel and language tips plus a two-way mini-dictionary, so you’ll never be stuck for the right word. It is arranged by topic in clear, colour-coded sections, and offers phrases for every eventuality. Its simple-to-read format allows you to build your own sentences and develop your language skills. Also featuring a comprehensive menu-reader and pronunciation guide, it is the ideal companion to any trip.