The Universal Phrase Book

Travelers abroad often need help with their foreign language skills. But here's a handy pocket guide that uses pictures that work in any language and in any country.

Dictionary for international travellers in seven languages.

Handy, compact phrasebook for pocket or purse. Arranged in an easy-to-read two color format, in chapters relevant to travel situations, the Universal Phrase-books feature 2,500 important words and 1,000 essential phrases with their pronunciation, plus useful tips about the language's native speakers and their customs.

Handy, compact phrasebook for pocket or purse. Arranged in an easy-to-read two color format, in chapters relevant to travel situations, the Universal Phrase-books feature 2,500 important words and 1,000 essential phrases with their pronunciation, plus useful tips about the language's native speakers and their customs.

Whether doing business with the Hutts or trying to get a decent haircut on Coruscant, the Galactic Phrase Book & Travel Guide is an invaluable tool for galactic travelers. Vividly illustrated by Sergio Aragonés, this handy volume covers the basics, including • Greetings—H'chu apenkee, o'grandio lust: “Greetings, glorious host” in Huttese. It doesn't hurt you to be nice, and it might hurt you not to. • Travel arrangements—Zat x'ratch keezo bompaz ha sheep: in Bocce, “That scratch was there when I rented the ship.” • Asking directions—Chi ita lungee: “I am lost,” in Ewokese. Don't be afraid to seek help in the forest. • Dining—Dis foosa isa berry good: “this food is good.” It's always best to compliment your Gungan hosts. • Bargaining for your life—Huwaa muaa mumwa: “Can I buy you a drink.” in Wookiee-speak. Try it. It just might work. A must have when traveling without your protocol droid! Bonus!—An exclusive “Behind the Sounds” look at making of the Star Wars movies from Academy Award-winning Sound Editor Ben Burtt. Discover the secrets behind the roar of Chewbacca, the chatter of the cantina crowd, and R2-D2's unique eloquence.

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