Urdu is the national language of Pakistan, one of the official languages
of India, and it is spoken in the neighboring regions of Afghanistan,
Nepal, and Bangladesh. Urdu uses a modified version of the Arabic
script, but it is presented here in the Roman alphabet. The two-way
dictionary and the practical, travel-oriented phrasebook pertain to
everything from technology to Islamic culture. You will find an
introduction to the language, useful tips for travel in Pakistan, and
regional cultural information to help make your stay in the
Urdu-speaking world a pleasant one.