This is a handy, travel-sized Balinese phrase book with additional
information about the Balinese language.
As any seasoned traveler knows, the ability to communicate in the
language of the country you are visiting makes a very big difference in
the experiences you have. Even a basic grasp of a few essentials will
help you to relate to the people, get where you want to go, pay the
right prices, and get much more out of your visit. That's the reason for
this book which is designed especially for travelers to Bali. The
emphasis is on effective communication, not grammar rules or tourist
phrases. It is organized to be as simple, concise, and useful as
possibly. With this book and a few hours of practice you can start
speaking Balinese. Key features of this Balinese phrasebook are:
- Very compact travel size.
- Hundreds of useful Balinese words and phrases.
- Arranged by topic and situation for easy use.
- Balinese grammar, pronunciation and body-language guides.
- A comparative history of the Balinese language and its relation to
Indonesian.
- Balinese dictionary and appendix for easy reference.
Using this book: Begin by going over the Balinese pronunciation and
grammar guides briefly, returning to them as needed. The on to the
basics: greetings, time and numbers. The rest of the book offers
sections dealing with situations and activities you'll be part of. The
three special sections are designed for easy reference to especially
useful information. The glossary and appendix complete the guide.
Good luck and good traveling!
