<p><b>More than your average phrasebook, this portable title shows you how to be a well-mannered visitor and speak the local language in the correct context</b></p><p>Any phrasebook can give you a line listing of essential phrases. But if you use a phrase or term without knowing the correct way to use it, you can find yourself in an embarrassing situation.</p><p><i>Perfect Phrases in French for Confident Travel</i> addresses this problem expertly. Yes, you get the basics but you get a lot more background and guidance on how to use these words and phrases correctly without making a faux pas. With the confidence that you are using a phrase correctly, you will enjoy a smoother adventure in France.</p>