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  • Open Daily: 10am - 10pm
    Alley-side Pickup: 10am - 7pm

    3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
    612-822-4611

Open Daily: 10am - 10pm | Alley-side Pickup: 10am - 7pm
3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
612-822-4611
Krio-English/English-Krio Dictionary & Phrasebook

Krio-English/English-Krio Dictionary & Phrasebook

Koroma, Momoh Taziff
Thompson, Hanne-Ruth

Paperback

General ReferenceOther African Languages

Publisher Price: $14.95

ISBN10: 0781813352
ISBN13: 9780781813358
Publisher: Hippocrene Books
Published: Jan 1 2015
Pages: 288
Weight: 0.44
Height: 0.60 Width: 3.70 Depth: 7.40
Language: English
Krio is a Creole language derived from English and several African languages. It is the lingua franca of Sierra Leone. Krio's unique history as a Creole language stems from the creation of Sierra Leone's capital, Freetown, as a new home for repatriated former slaves in 1787. Spoken by approximately 5.5 million people, 90% of the population, Krio unites the various ethnic groups. The only Krio dictionary and phrasebook available, this guide contains the first ever English-Krio word lists, which are essential for foreign learners. Ideal for travelers, medical and aid workers, and students. Features: Over 4,000 dictionary entries; Phonetics that are intuitive for English speakers; Essential phrases on topics such as medical terms, health, transportation, dining, and business; An overview of Krio grammar, select Krio proverbs, and even a short story with a translation to show Krio in context.

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