"Portuguese Conversation-Grammar" by Louise Ey, published in 1912, is a comprehensive guide to learning the Portuguese language.
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The book covers various aspects of Portuguese pronunciation, including the sounds of the language, types of vowels, diphthongs, nasal vowels, and consonants. It also delves into stress and duration, as well as the use of auxiliary signs in the Portuguese alphabet.
The book provides detailed explanations of Portuguese grammar rules, such as the gender of nouns and articles, forming plurals of substantives, addressing others in conversation, and using auxiliary verbs like "ser" and "estar" with adjectives. It also covers topics like accentuation, syllabication, homonyms, homographs, abbreviations, and punctuation in Portuguese.
Each lesson in the book is structured to help learners gradually build their language skills, starting with basic concepts and progressing to more complex grammar rules and vocabulary.
The lessons are designed to be practical and applicable to real-life conversations, making it easier for learners to communicate effectively in Portuguese.
Overall, "Portuguese Conversation-Grammar" is a valuable resource for anyone looking to learn or improve their Portuguese language skills.
With its detailed explanations, practical examples, and comprehensive coverage of grammar and pronunciation, this book is an essential tool for students, travelers, and anyone interested in mastering the Portuguese language.
