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First Steps in Irish: A classic, succinct, book for learning to read, write and speak the Irish language

Name: First Steps in Irish: A classic, succinct, book for learning to read, write and speak the Irish language
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Book Synopsis: First Steps in Irish provides a clear step by step introduction to the Irish language. Whether learning Irish at school, at home, or an online class, this is an ideal first book. It provides a systematic build-up of vocabulary and grammar in a tried and tested format. Grammatical structure is built up from simple words and phrases to establish a solid foundation of verbs and sentence structures. There are 28 lessons (ceacht) – each comprising two pages, with exercises for each section to help consolidate and assist with comprehension. The answers to these exercises are in this new edition at the rear of the book. The regular and irregular verb forms with conjugations of each for various tenses are used consistently throughout the book. There is also an English-Gaeilge and Gaeilge-English vocabulary summary at the end. First Steps in Irish is now complemented with audio files of the text to enable you to pick up the sound and pronunciation of words and phrases, and ultimately to assist in Irish conversation – both listening and speaking. Although it is a small paperback, it provides a fantastic foundation for learning the language to the next stage.

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Looking to learn Irish? Look no further! First Steps in Irish is the ideal book for beginners to dive into the Irish language. Whether you're learning at school, at home, or in an online class, this classic and succinct book provides a clear step-by-step introduction to reading, writing, and speaking Irish. With its tried and tested format, you'll build up your vocabulary and grammar in a systematic way.

Each of the 28 lessons in this book is designed with two pages of exercises to help you consolidate what you've learned and improve your comprehension. Plus, this new edition includes answer keys at the back of the book, so you can easily check your progress. You'll find both regular and irregular verb forms with conjugations for various tenses, giving you a solid foundation for constructing sentences. And don't worry about vocabulary, as there's an English-Gaeilge and Gaeilge-English vocabulary summary at the end to help you quickly find the words you need.

But that's not all! In this updated edition, you'll also have access to audio files of the text. This means you can listen to and practice the pronunciation of words and phrases, helping you improve your conversation skills in Irish. This small paperback book packs a lot of value and will set you on the right path to mastering the Irish language.

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