Krio-English/English-Krio Dictionary & Phrasebook

Klappentext Krio is a Creole language derived from English and several African languages. It is the lingua franca of Sierra Leone. The only Krio dictionary and phrasebook available, this guide contains the first ever English-Krio word lists, which are essential for foreign learners. Ideal for travelers, medical and aid workers, and students. Zusammenfassung Krio is a Creole language derived from English and several African languages. It is the lingua franca of Sierra Leone. Krio's unique history as a Creole language stems from the creation of Sierra Leone's capital! Freetown! as a new home for repatriated former slaves in 1787. Spoken by approximately 5.5 million people! 90% of the population! Krio unites the various ethnic groups. The only Krio dictionary and phrasebook available! this guide contains the first ever English-Krio word lists! which are essential for foreign learners. Ideal for travelers! medical and aid workers! and students. Features: Over 4!000 dictionary entries; Phonetics that are intuitive for English speakers; Essential phrases on topics such as medical terms! health! transportation! dining! and business; An overview of Krio grammar! select Krio proverbs! and even a short story with a translation to show Krio in context.

Détails du produit

• Auteurs: Momoh Taziff Koroma, Momoh Taziff Koroma, Hanne-Ruth Thompson, Hanne-ruth/ Koroma Thompson
• Edition: Hippocrene Books
• Langues: Anglais
• Format d'édition: Livre Broché
• Sortie: 15.05.2014
• EAN: 9780781813358
• ISBN: 978-0-7818-1335-8
• Dimensions: 120 mm x 190 mm x 14 mm
• Catégorie: Littérature spécialisée > Auxiliaires pédagogiques/baccalauréat > Ouvrages de référence