01743 a2200289 4500 1032956305 20250328151430.0 250324022025GB eng 9781032956305 BB Taylor & Francis GBP 145.00 BB 01 eng CJ thema 2GRS bisac CJ bic 2GRS bisac FOR025000 bisac LAN000000 bisac FOR000000 bisac 495.9182421 bisac David Smyth Thai An Essential Grammar 3 Oxford Routledge 20250228 266 p This third edition of Thai: An Essential Grammar provides an up-to-date and concise reference guide to Thai grammar. Using clear, jargon-free explanations, it sets out the complexities of Thai in short, readable sections and presents an accessible description of the language. Focus is kept on the real patterns of use today and grammar forms are demonstrated through a wide range of relevant examples. No prior knowledge is assumed on the part of the reader. Features include: coverage of crucial topics, such as sentence particles, negation, questions and quantification examples given in both Thai script and romanised transliteration pronunciation section guidance on speech conventions and the Thai writing system glossary of grammatical terms two appendices covering romanisation systems and three key verbs bibliography This unique reference work will prove invaluable to all learners looking to master the grammar of Thai. It is ideal for both independent study and for students in schools, colleges, universities and adult classes of all types. 8860 8860