Wherever you go in Thailand, you will meet people from the Northeast region (Isaan). This is the perfect phrase book for learning this dialect. Many Isaan words are different from Thai, but some are included in standard central Thai. The main difference is the tones. There is a guide to pronunciation that shows the difference of the tones. The Northeastern dialect is almost the same as the Lao language so it can be used in Laos as well. This volume of Speak like a Thai contains 500 Isaan words and phrases which have been carefully chosen from real life situations. They are recorded on the audio CD and explained in the booklet with an English translation and a central Thai equivalent. As a bonus, more than a hundred Isaan words are listed in the booklet for your reference. You will be able to use this program and enjoy it immediately. This is a fun program that will bring a smile to the face of your Isaan friends. Northeastern Dialect is appropriate for Thai learners of all levels.