Language Essentials

Faulty grammar can slow you down and diminish your credibility as a business writer. Essential Grammar has just one objective: to help you use correct English in the documents you write for work. Correct writing is an excellent way to boost your professional credibility. Here are some of the skills the book helps you master: writing grammatically correct sentences, using the right forms of pronouns and verbs, distinguishing between commonly confused words, and knowing when and where to use punctuation marks.

Quantum physics is notable for its brazen defiance of common sense. (Think of Schrödinger's Cat, famously both dead and alive.) An especially rigorous form of quantum contradiction occurs in experiments with entangled particles. Our common assumption is that objects have properties whether or not anyone is observing them, and the measurement of one can't affect the other. Quantum entanglement rejects this assumption, offering impeccable reasoning and irrefutable evidence of the opposite. Is quantum entanglement mystical, or just mystifying?

Irony and sarcasm are two of the most misused, misapplied, and misunderstood words in our conversational lexicon. In this volume in the MIT Press Essential Knowledge series, psycholinguist Roger Kreuz offers an enlightening and concise overview of the life and times of these two terms, mapping their evolution from Greek philosophy and Roman rhetoric to modern literary criticism to emojis.

Have you ever wondered how to improve your English grammar skills with little to no effort at all? How about the most effective ways to master punctuation and structure sentences like a professional book editor? If so, keep reading because you’re in for a treat...The information contained in this audiobook is designed to help fix your grammar skills once and for all. The application of what you learn in this audiobook can help you see results in as little as one week, and change your life forever.

Ten years ago, Roy Peter Clark, America's most influential writing teacher, whittled down almost 30 years of experience in journalism, writing, and teaching into a series of 50 short essays on different aspects of writing. In the past decade, Writing Tools has become a classic guidebook for novices and experts alike and remains one of the best loved books on writing available. This new edition includes five brand-new, never-before-shared tools.

This 5-unit course teaches you key French expressions that you can use frequently as well as providing simple introductions to core French grammar concepts. The course uses a variety of approaches to improve your pronunciation and comprehension and you will find your comfort with French improving as the sessions progress. It's crucial for your success with this course that you engage with the content in terms of repeating what you hear and answering questions.

"The 1000 essential words in Tamil". Tamil is an official language of three countries: India, Sri Lanka and Singapore. It is one of the 22 scheduled languages of India. It is spoken by 80 million people. How to learn a language differently? Today, language learning is revolutionized: you do not have to go to traditional language classes anymore. Our learning method : a selection of hundreds of phrases and essential words. You listen to them, you repeat them, and you speak. We rely on pronunciation, oral rehearsal, listening, combined with words, essential phrases, and a vocabulary list.

A través de nuestras lecciones, escucharás diálogos y ejemplos prácticos que te ayudarán a familiarizarte rápidamente con los sonidos y ritmos del alemán. El curso está diseñado para que aprendas de forma natural, repitiendo las frases más importantes mientras practicas tu pronunciación. No necesitas tener conocimientos previos de alemán; con este curso empezarás desde lo más básico y poco a poco adquirirás confianza para comunicarte en situaciones cotidianas, como presentarte, pedir comida, o pedir indicaciones.

Este curso está diseñado especialmente para hablantes de español que buscan construir una base sólida en inglés. Comenzando con frases y palabras básicas, el curso te ayudará a comprender y comunicarte en inglés en situaciones cotidianas. A lo largo del curso, aprenderás saludos, presentaciones, preguntas sociales, colores, números y expresiones útiles que te permitirán desenvolverte en un entorno de habla inglesa.

Este curso de cinco sesiones, diseñado para hablantes de español, está enfocado en enseñar los fundamentos del mandarín a través de un formato completamente en audio. Se hace hincapié en la pronunciación precisa y en la comprensión auditiva de frases comunes y cotidianas del idioma. A lo largo de las sesiones, los estudiantes aprenderán a identificar los sonidos característicos del mandarín y a distinguir los tonos, esenciales para la correcta comunicación en este idioma.

From master language creator David J. Peterson comes a creative guide to language construction for sci-fi and fantasy fans, writers, game creators, and language lovers. Peterson offers a captivating overview of language creation, covering its history from Tolkien's creations and Klingon to today's thriving global community of conlangers.

Discover the rich and vibrant language of Zulu with our beginner-friendly course designed to help you learn essential words and phrases effortlessly. Zulu, or isiZulu, is one of the 11 official languages of South Africa and is spoken by over 12 million people as their first language. Our five learning sessions are crafted to be engaging and enjoyable, ensuring that you stay motivated throughout your learning journey, helping you to perfect your pronunciation and understand the natural rhythm and intonation of the language.

"The 1000 essential words in Swedish". Swedish is a North Germanic language spoken natively by 9.6 million people, predominantly in Sweden and in parts of Finland, where it has equal legal standing with Finnish. How to learn a language differently? Today, language learning is revolutionizing : you do not have to go to traditional language classes anymore. Our learning method : a selection of hundreds of phrases and essential words. You listen to them, you repeat them, and you speak.

A seven session Brazilian Portuguese language course with a focus on medical terminology and conversational vocabulary.

This basic language course is specifically designed for healthcare professionals who frequently interact with Tagalog-speaking patients. It offers a practical and focused approach to bridging the language gap in medical settings, ensuring clear communication and better patient care. Across seven comprehensive sessions, participants will gain an in-depth understanding of core medical terminology and essential situational vocabulary in Tagalog, tailored to the needs of healthcare environments.

This Vietnamese language course is designed for professionals in the medical and healthcare fields who wish to improve their communication skills with Vietnamese-speaking patients. While the course includes some essential 'universal' vocabulary and phrases that can be useful in various situations, its primary focus is on equipping you with the language skills necessary for medical scenarios, conversations, and the understanding of technical terminology.

Este curso está diseñado para quienes desean aprender las frases y expresiones esenciales en sueco, facilitando la comunicación en situaciones cotidianas. A lo largo de este curso, aprenderás saludos comunes, cómo presentarte, y frases útiles para viajar y hacer compras en Suecia.

Este curso de audio de idioma holandés está diseñado específicamente para hispanohablantes interesados en aprender frases básicas y mejorar su pronunciación en holandés. A lo largo de las lecciones, se proporciona un enfoque claro en la pronunciación correcta de los sonidos únicos del holandés, permitiéndote desarrollar una base sólida en la comunicación esencial.

Este audiolivro é um curso introdutório desenvolvido para falantes de espanhol aprenderem o português europeu, com ênfase em dominar a pronúncia e melhorar a compreensão. O curso é dividido em cinco sessões, cada uma cuidadosamente estruturada para apresentar aos alunos os sons e o ritmo do português europeu. As sessões incluem exercícios de escuta e repetição, focando em frases-chave e vocabulário do dia a dia, usados em situações comuns como saudações, fazer pedidos em restaurantes e pedir direções.

Dive into the heart of French language learning with "100 Essential Verbs in French with Everyday Spoken Phrases," an enriching audio book designed to enhance your command of French verbs through immersive spoken contexts. Perfect for learners at all levels, this audio book meticulously explores 100 fundamental verbs crucial for everyday conversation. Each verb is accompanied by an everyday phrase example, ensuring that you not only grasp the verb's meaning but also its contextual usage in real-life situations.