Description
This is the full written study guide for Shona CEFR B1 (Building Fluency): about 3,500 words to work through at your own pace, viewable online from your student dashboard for as long as you own it.
What is inside
- 11 modules with vocabulary tables: 139 words and phrases, each with its meaning and, where given, a say-it-like pronunciation hint
- A sounds and pronunciation section
- 2 dialogues to read aloud, line by line with meanings
- 8 grammar and usage notes with examples and tips
- Practice exercises (matching, fill in the missing word, translation and a self-check) with a full answer key
Modules in this guide
- Work & occupations
- Education & learning
- On the phone & messaging
- Travel & booking
- Shopping & complaints
- Seeing a doctor & health
- Feelings, opinions & relationships
- Plans, goals & advice
- Family & relationships
- Community & neighbours
- Plans together & advice
By the end of this level you can
- Talk about your job, workplace and daily duties, and ask others about theirs.
- Describe your studies and learning, and explain what you are trying to improve.
- Handle a phone call or text exchange – greet, ask to speak to someone, and leave a message.
- Make travel arrangements: ask about times, fares and routes, and book a ticket.
- Shop, compare prices, bargain politely and make a complaint or return an item.
Good to know
- Viewable online in your account, on any device. It is not a download to keep.
- A Teach Yourself level: this level’s interactive lessons plus its full written guide. No certificate, and not a live or tutor-marked course.
- Built from the same content as our interactive Shona B1 lessons.
Get every level for less
The complete Shona pack ($99) includes all six Shona study guides (A1 to C2) plus the interactive online lessons for every level.
Practise speaking
When you are ready to use it in conversation, find a tutor for 1-on-1 lessons.