Greek is the official language of Greece and one of the official languages of Cyprus. Many modern scientific and technical words in English are derived from Greek, and it has been estimated that 12% of the English vocabulary is of Greek origin. This course teaches Modern Greek.Can learning another language be as easy as speaking your own? Yes - with Pimsleur its that easy. Learn on your own time, at your own pace, and wherever you choose.Greek Phase 2 includes 15 hours of spoken language practice and one additional hour of reading instruction, and is designed to be used after completing Phase 1.In the first 10 lessons of Phase 2, you begin to use the past tense. Structures become more complex and informal speech is introduced. Conversations become fuller, and learners are able to discuss business and social activities, manage shopping situations, and express their interests. As you progress, vocabulary is expanded and fluency increases.The next 10 lessons of Phase 2 allow you to further combine and build upon known elements, and produce longer and more complex sentences. You learn to bargain with shopkeepers, deal with business situation, get and give medical information, and discuss the weather.In the final 10 lessons of Phase 2, youve doubled your vocabulary and have several hundred structures to draw upon. Youll gain experience asking for assistance, finding a location that is some distance away, and using relative structures faster, slower, etc. Sports and leisure activities are explored, as well as shopping, changing |