Designed for travelers and people living in Laos and Northeastern Thailand, this dictionary and phrasebook features the phrases and vocabulary of modern, spoken Lao. The two-way dictionary contains over 2,500 entries; the 49-section phrasebook provides practical cultural information and the means for communication in daily life and travel-related situations. Each Lao word is romanized, and pronunciation is indicated as well. The Lao language, also called Isan, has over 15 million speakers. • Romanized Lao • Pronunciation guide • Over 2,500 dictionary entries • Expanded English-Lao dictionary • Basic grammar • Essential phrases • Ideal for the traveler