Practice makes perfect : Spanish conversation / Jean Yates

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Preface iv -- 1 Introducing yourself and others 1 -- 2 Expressing opinions, likes, and dislikes 13 -- 3 Striking up a conversation 27 -- 4 Making dates and appointments 39 -- 5 Describing people, places, and things 51 -- 6 Expressing wants and needs 63 -- 7 Making requests and offers 75 -- 8 Expressing doubts and uncertainty 89 -- 9 Talking about future events 101 -- 10 Making a case or arguing a point 113 -- 11 Narrating a story 125 -- 12 Retelling a conversation 139 -- 13 Talking about controversial issues 151 -- Appendix: Grammar review 169 -- Spanish-English glossary 180 -- English-Spanish glossary 189 -- Answer key 198.

Gain the skills needed to converse in Spanish with confidence! Conversing comfortably in a new language can seem like a daunting task. This accessible guide will help you build the skills to communicate in Spanish with confidence. The book is packed with crystal-clear explanations, numerous realistic examples, and dozens of engaging exercises to help you hone your conversation skills. You'll learn how to introduce yourself, make appointments, strike up conversations, and much more. Practice Makes Perfect: Spanish Conversation is organized around 12 units that present specific conversational situations and common, everyday scenarios. Each unit offers helpful instructions on correct pronunciation, grammar, syntax, and word usage.