Download or read book Quick Guide to Colombian Spanish written by Language Babel and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Traveling to Colombia to live there or study Spanish? Or maybe you are a native Colombian wanting to better connect with your roots, heritage and culture? This book is for you.This dictionary-style book of words and phrases helps you better understand Colombian Spanish and slang. The collection of more than 450 terms and sayings will help you become familiar with the richness of the country's Spanish. It includes slang and vulgar words that you will likely run across in everyday conversations.Each term has been defined in English and synonyms are included when available. There are also more than 450 example sentences demonstrating how to use the words. It includes 36 black and white illustrations.Words like "parce," "verraco," "pelao" and "chino" will no longer be amystery. You will be on your way to Colombian Spanish fluency with this phrasebook of Spanish vocabulary words from Colombia.IS THIS BOOK FOR ME? This book contains words that are not appropriate for kids. If you are just starting to learn Spanish, this book is best used as a complementary reference source to any program or class designed to teach you Spanish. This book and the other books of the Speaking Latino series are not designed as stand-alone learning aids, to teach you Spanish. Instead, they expand your country-specific Spanish vocabulary. If you already speak Spanish, this book help you understand local Spanish from Colombia.
Download or read book Colombia Culture Smart written by Kate Cathey and published by Kuperard. This book was released on 2019-06-24 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Colombia has a spectacular and variant landscape, embracing tropical beaches, highland plateaus, the rugged, snow-capped peaks of the Andes, arid deserts, and dense Amazonian jungle. Colombian society is equally diverse. Stylish, cosmopolitan cities coexist with poverty in the beautiful countryside. As a result of the 16th-century Spanish conquest, modern Colombia's multiethnic society is a synthesis of Spanish, indigenous, and African traditions—evident in the music, in the food, and in Barranquilla's famous Carnival. The Colombian people are emerging from decades of crushing civil war and lawlessness with their spirits unbroken. Animated, lighthearted, and ever ready to enjoy the moment, they are looking to the future with hope and are eager to share their rich and beautiful country with the outside world. This pocket-sized book reveals Colombia's key customs and traditions, examines life at home and at work, and introduces some distinct and delicious culinary quirks. There is also advice on safe travel, vital information on how business is done, and how to communicate effectively across the cultural divide.
Download or read book ACCELERATED SPANISH written by Timothy Moser and published by Accelerated Spanish. This book was released on 2016-10-12 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Accelerated Spanish is the proven method that has trained hundreds of students, bringing dozens to fluency in a very short period of time. A three-volume system, it has the potential to make one fully fluent in Spanish. Volume One teaches how to think like a native Spanish speaker and gives the vocabulary that makes up 50% of the Spanish language.
Download or read book Quick Guide to Dominican Spanish written by Language Babel and published by . This book was released on 2013-02-23 with total page 86 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Traveling to the Dominican Republic to live there or study Spanish? Or maybe you are a native Dominican wanting to better connect with your roots, heritage and culture? This book is for you. This dictionary-style book of words and phrases helps you better understand Dominican Spanish and slang. The collection of more than 500 terms and sayings will help you become familiar with the richness of the country's Spanish. It includes slang and vulgar words that you will likely run across in everyday conversations. Each term has been defined in English and synonyms are included when available. There are also more than 500 example sentences demonstrating how to use the words. It includes 35 black and white illustrations. Words like "watchiman," "chichi," "motoconcho" and "yipeta" will no longer be amystery. You will be on your way to Dominican Spanish fluency with this phrasebook of Spanish vocabulary words from the Dominican Republic. IS THIS BOOK FOR ME? This book contains words that are not appropriate for kids. If you are just starting to learn Spanish, this book is best used as a complementary reference source to any program or class designed to teach you Spanish. This book and the other books of the Speaking Latino series are not designed as stand-alone learning aids, to teach you Spanish. Instead, they expand your country-specific Spanish vocabulary. If you already speak Spanish, this book help you understand local Spanish from the Dominican Republic. Be sure to use the Amazon Look Inside function to see what this book will and will not teach."
Download or read book Short Stories in Colombian Spanish written by Digital Polyglot and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-02-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on a Cultural Journey with Short Stories in Colombian Spanish! Explore the vibrant tapestry of Colombian culture while enhancing your Spanish skills with this captivating collection of short stories. Immerse yourself in the everyday experiences of diverse characters as they navigate life in Colombia, providing you with a unique window into the rich cultural heritage of this fascinating country. **Diverse Cultural Insights: ** Discover the nuances of Colombian life through 20 engaging short stories, each offering a snapshot of daily experiences, traditions, and authentic interactions. **Enhance Your Vocabulary: ** Immerse yourself in a broad and varied vocabulary specific to Colombian Spanish. Over 100 carefully selected words are provided at the end of each story, acting as a valuable learning guide to expand your language skills. **Interactive Learning: ** Reinforce your comprehension with 100 interactive exercises designed to improve your reading skills. This hands-on approach ensures an effective and enjoyable learning experience. **Conversational Mastery: ** Immerse yourself in everyday Spanish conversations presented in dialogue format. The stories are crafted to reflect the authentic way people communicate, making it an ideal resource for mastering conversational Spanish. Don't miss the opportunity to simultaneously learn a new language and explore the captivating tapestry of Colombian culture with Short Stories in Colombian Spanish. Start your linguistic and cultural adventure now!
Download or read book Field Guide to the Birds of Colombia written by Miles McMullan and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A pocket-sized comprehensive field-guide for the neotropical avifaunas. It features texts, maps and illustrations for various birds recorded in Colombia, including offshore islands. Every species is illustrated and various non-pelagic species are mapped.
Download or read book Colombiana written by Mariana Velásquez and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2021-06-15 with total page 578 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: NAMED ONE OF THE BEST COOKBOOKS OF THE YEAR BY REAL SIMPLE “I have never read a more passionate and heartfelt expression of Colombian culture and cuisine in English. I’ve been waiting for years for a book like this to come out.” –J. Kenji López-Alt, New York Times bestselling author of The Food Lab A recipe developer and food stylist—whose work has taken her across the globe to work with clients like Michelle Obama and into the test kitchens of today’s most esteemed culinary publications—pays homage to her native country with this vibrant, visually stunning cooking, the first dedicated solely to Colombian food, featuring 100 recipes that meld the contemporary and the traditional. To Mariana Velásquez, a native of Bogotá, the diverse mix of heritages, cultures, and regions that comprise Colombian food can be summed up in one simple concept: More is more. No matter what rung of society, Colombians feed their guests well, and leave them feeling nourished in body and soul. In Colombiana, the award-winning recipe developer and food stylist draws on the rich culinary traditions of her native land and puts her own modern twist on dishes beloved by generations of Colombians. Here are recipes for classics such as arepas and empanadas, as well as “Colombian-ish” recipes like Lomito de Cerdo al Tamarindo y Menta (Tamarind Pork Tenderloin with Mint), Gazpacho de Papaya y Camarón Tostado (Spicy Papaya and Charred Shrimp Gazpacho), and Cuchuco de Trigo con Pollito y Limón (Lemony Bulgur Farmer’s Chicken Soup). In addition to offering a unique perspective on Colombian food, Mariana shares the vibrant style of Colombian tablescapes and entertaining. For her, the best meals are never simply about the food on the table—they are an alchemy of atmosphere, drinks, and simple snacks and sweets that complete the experience and make it memorable. Rich with culture and stories as well as one-of-a-kind recipes and stunning photography, Colombiana is a gastronomic excursion that reminds us of the power of food to keep tradition alive.
Download or read book Madrigal s Magic Key to Spanish written by Margarita Madrigal and published by Crown. This book was released on 2012-09-26 with total page 513 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Use the English you already know to quickly learn the basics of Spanish with this unique, accessible guide featuring original illustrations by Andy Warhol—from one of America’s most prominent language teachers. Read, write, and speak Spanish in only a few short weeks! Even the most reluctant learner will be astonished at the ease and effectiveness of Margarita Madrigal’s unique method of teaching a foreign language. Completely eliminating rote memorization and painfully boring drills, Madrigal’s Magic Key to Spanish is guaranteed to help you: • Learn to speak, read, and write Spanish quickly and easily • Convert English into Spanish in an instant • Start forming sentences after the very first lesson • Identify thousands of Spanish words within a few weeks of study • Travel to Spanish-speaking countries with confidence and comfort • Develop perfect pronunciation, thanks to a handy pronunciation key With original black-and-white illustration by Andy Warhol, Madrigal’s Magic Key to Spanish will provide readers with a solid foundation upon which to build their language skills.
Download or read book Juana and Lucas written by Juana Medina and published by Candlewick Press. This book was released on 2016-09-27 with total page 97 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A spunky young girl from Colombia loves playing with her canine best friend and resists boring school activities, especially learning English, until her family tells her that a special trip is planned to an English-speaking place.
Download or read book I Love Colombia Travel Guide written by Swissmiss Ontour and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2020 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: SPECIAL PRICE: Only for a limited time! ★★★Why should I buy this Colombia travel guide instead of any other?★★★ The most important reasons: You find all the information you need for your two- or three-week journey in Colombia compact in this book. You won't need another source of information and can plan your personal route full of Colombian highlights. I tried all activities and visited the sights myself. I describe in great detail how you can get there or do it yourself and therefore you can save a lot of money. It is light as you can bring it along on your phone or e-reader It will inspire you and inform you about secret spots that you don't want to miss It is cheaper than other travel guides It is the best DIY travel guide for Colombia. This guidebook isn't for you if you don't like texts that are written in a travel blog style. In addition, all the images are black and white in order to keep the costs down and to be able to offer the travel guide at this low price. If that bothers you, you should look for a different travel guide for Colombia or write me an e-mail to get a pdf with the pictures in color. ★★★ What "I love Colombia" offers you: If this isn't your first "I love..." travel guide, you already know what to expect. I mostly travel as a "solo female traveler" and with my travel guides, I want to make the most beautiful places in that country approachable for individual travelers. All this in an affordable way. Thanks to "I love Colombia" you should be able to travel to Colombia without any worries, lots of positive anticipation and a good plan. After reading my travel guide, you should have a clear vision of your trip and how to get to the sights you want to see by yourself. For example, what is the easiest option to get to the spectacular Cocora Valley? Or how will I not get robbed in Colombia? Where can I drink the best coffee and what are the must-dos in Cartagena, Medellin, and Bogota? "I love Colombia" will answer you those questions and many more. In "I love Colombia" you find all my personal experiences of my trips to Bogota, Salento, Cali, Cartagena, Medellin, Jardin, Guatapé, and much more. Enjoy spectacular views, colorful houses, dance Salsa, drink delicious, fresh fruit juices, take hikes in green valleys, and learn about Colombia's history. I planned all my trips carefully with ideas out of all the good guidebooks I could find, so you don't have to spend this money anymore. Plus, I used TripAdvisor and a lot of helpful blogs. If you want to have a more personal experience than the usual tourist and have some actual explanations of how to have the best possible (and safe) experience in a place, this guidebook is definitely right for you. More info about other countries you find on my blog: www.swissmissontour.com ►►► As a BONUS if you buy "I love Colombia" you will receive a free packing list and the highlights of my "I love Thailand" travel guide. ◄◄◄ I love Colombia e-book categories: - Colombia travel guide - travel guide Colombia - Colombia travel guide 2020 - Colombia tour book - Colombia holiday - Colombia traveling - Cartagena city guide - Bogota tour guide - budget travel guide If you buy the print book you will receive the e-book version for free. Click the button "Buy with 1-click" and your journey in Colombia may start!
Download or read book Fluent Forever written by Gabriel Wyner and published by Harmony. This book was released on 2014-08-05 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: NATIONAL BESTSELLER • For anyone who wants to learn a foreign language, this is the method that will finally make the words stick. “A brilliant and thoroughly modern guide to learning new languages.”—Gary Marcus, cognitive psychologist and author of the New York Times bestseller Guitar Zero At thirty years old, Gabriel Wyner speaks six languages fluently. He didn’t learn them in school—who does? Rather, he learned them in the past few years, working on his own and practicing on the subway, using simple techniques and free online resources—and here he wants to show others what he’s discovered. Starting with pronunciation, you’ll learn how to rewire your ears and turn foreign sounds into familiar sounds. You’ll retrain your tongue to produce those sounds accurately, using tricks from opera singers and actors. Next, you’ll begin to tackle words, and connect sounds and spellings to imagery rather than translations, which will enable you to think in a foreign language. And with the help of sophisticated spaced-repetition techniques, you’ll be able to memorize hundreds of words a month in minutes every day. This is brain hacking at its most exciting, taking what we know about neuroscience and linguistics and using it to create the most efficient and enjoyable way to learn a foreign language in the spare minutes of your day.
Download or read book No Nonsense Spanish Workbook written by Caitlin Cuneo and published by . This book was released on 2020-04-19 with total page 303 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Most textbooks are written for teachers. This one is written for students. Carefully crafted by a professional Spanish tutor after years of working one-on-one with students of all ages and ability levels. Caitlin Cuneo has taught Spanish to Olympic athletes, District Attorneys, fashion models and many others! Specifically designed for students who struggle in a traditional classroom setting; new students of Spanish; and students who need a refresher from their high school or college Spanish days. We listened to your feedback! The No Nonsense Spanish Workbook 2nd edition contains: Expanded answer key now included Active vocabulary learning activities Chapter quizzes to test your learning Over 20 creative writing activities Take-it-Apart Grammar practice sections to improve reading comprehension Insightful verb charts Teaching and practice activities designed to address the specific areas in which students often struggle Bonus holiday activities! Have you tried other Spanish textbooks, workbooks, computer programs or apps and found that they don't work as promised? Don't give up. Here's why this book is different: Teaching and practice activities designed to address the specific areas in which the students often struggle. Designed to help you or your child develop a deeper understanding of how the Spanish language works. Tried and tested with real students to ensure that the activities are effective and easy to understand. Developed carefully and intentionally over time, not by a large textbook publisher. No flashy advertising or false promises. The most successful Spanish learners have many tools in their toolbox. This workbook will be a fantastic addition to your Spanish learning toolkit. It gives students a solid foundation of grammar and the underlying structure of the Spanish language. This allows students to incorporate new vocabulary and concepts more efficiently, and to handle curveballs that may be thrown at them in the classroom or in the Spanish-speaking world. Learning a language is a complex and challenging process. Don't be fooled by products that promise to make you fluent. It simply doesn't work that way. But don't be discouraged. Millions of people in this world speak more than one language, and you can too. With this workbook, the proper accompanying tools and some hard work and dedication, you will be well on your way to becoming a Spanish speaker!
Download or read book Throwing Stones at the Moon written by Sibylla Brodzinsky and published by McSweeney's. This book was released on 2012-09-12 with total page 442 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For nearly five decades, Colombia has been embroiled in internal armed conflict among guerrilla groups, paramilitary militias, and the country’s own military. Civilians in Colombia have to make their lives despite the threat of torture, kidnapping, and large-scale massacres—and more than four million have had to flee their homes. The oral histories in Throwing Stones at the Moon describe the most widespread of Colombia’s human rights crises: forced displacement. Speakers recount life before displacement, the reasons for their flight, and their struggle to rebuild their lives. Among the narrators: JULIA, a hospital union leader whose fight against corruption led to a brutal attempt on her life. In 2009, assassins tracked her to her home and stabbed her seven times in the face and chest. Since the attack, Julia has undergone eight facial reconstructive surgeries, and continues to live in hiding. DANNY, who at eighteen joined a right-wing paramilitary’s enormous training camp in the Eastern Plains of Colombia. Initially lured by the promise of quick money, Danny soon realized his mistake and escaped to Ecuador. He describes his harrowing escape and his struggle to survive as a refugee with two young children to support.
Download or read book Open Veins of Latin America written by Eduardo Galeano and published by NYU Press. This book was released on 1997 with total page 335 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: [In this book, the author's] analysis of the effects and causes of capitalist underdevelopment in Latin America present [an] account of ... Latin American history. [The author] shows how foreign companies reaped huge profits through their operations in Latin America. He explains the politics of the Latin American bourgeoisies and their subservience to foreign powers, and how they interacted to create increasingly unequal capitalist societies in Latin America.-Back cover.
Download or read book Short Walks from Bogot written by Tom Feiling and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2012-08-30 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For decades, Colombia was the 'narcostate'. Now travel to Colombia and South America is on the rise, and it's seen as one of the rising stars of the global economy. Where does the truth lie? Writer and journalist Tom Feiling, author of the acclaimed study of cocaine The Candy Machine, has journeyed throughout Colombia, down roads that were until recently too dangerous to travel, to paint a fresh picture of one of the world's most notorious and least-understood countries. He talks to former guerrilla fighters and their ex-captives; women whose sons were 'disappeared' by paramilitaries; the nomadic tribe who once thought they were the only people on earth and now charge $10 for a photo; the Japanese 'emerald cowboy' who made a fortune from mining; and revels in the stories that countless ordinary Colombians tell. How did a land likened to paradise by the first conquistadores become a byword for hell on earth? Why is one of the world's most unequal nations also one of its happiest? How is it rebuilding itself after decades of violence, and how successful has the process been so far? Vital, shocking, often funny and never simplistic, Short Walks from Bogota unpicks the tangled fabric of Colombia, to create a stunning work of reportage, history and travel writing.
Download or read book Birds of Colombia written by Steven L. Hilty and published by . This book was released on 2021 with total page 609 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Moon Cartagena Colombia s Caribbean Coast written by Andrew Dier and published by Hachette UK. This book was released on 2016-11-15 with total page 347 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Moon Travel Guides: Make Your Escape Colonial architecture and ancient ruins, romantic plazas and golden beaches: Colombia's Caribbean coastline offers relaxation and adventure in equal measure. Dive right in with Moon Cartagena & Colombia's Caribbean Coast. Easy-to-use itineraries, with week-long trip suggestions tailored for adventurers, nature-lovers, beach bums, history buffs, and more Honest advice from local expat Andrew Dier on his adopted home country Activities and unique ideas for every traveler: Take a tour of Cartagena's historic central district and admire the vivid bougainvillea cascading from the balconies of colonial mansions. Dance to the sounds of salsa and champeta, or walk along the Old City's fortifications at sunset. Hike lush, forested mountains and watch for flashes of colorful feathers. Climb over a thousand stone steps through the cloud forest to an ancient lost city. Visit organic coffee and cocoa farms or relax in a beachside cabaña at an ecofriendly hotel. Recommendations on outdoor recreation, including the best beaches for diving, snorkeling, and kitesurfing Suggestions for social impact tourism, from staying in a community guesthouse to visiting wildlife preserves Strategic tips for making the multiday trek to Ciudad Perdida, the ruins of the ancient Tayrona civilization Full-color photos and detailed maps and directions for exploring on your own Background information on the landscape, history, government, and culture, including a handy Spanish phrasebook Essential insight for travelers on health and safety, recreation, transportation, and accommodations, packaged in a book light enough to fit in your beach bag With Moon Cartagena & Colombia's Caribbean Coast's practical tips, myriad activities, and local insight, you can plan your trip your way. Gotta see more of this beautiful country? Check out Moon Colombia. Expanding your trip? Try Moon Peru.
