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We can recommend the following books for travel & ESL purposes;
1. NTC's Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial
Expressions by Richard A. Spears, Paperback: 576 pages Publisher:
McGraw-Hill; 3 edition
Realistic example sentences show how expressions are used
in current, everyday American English. Pronunciations and
cautionary notes are provided as needed, and a Phrase-Finder
Index helps users locate entries quickly.
This compact and well-formatted book features "more than
8500 contemporary slang and informal expressions." With
800 more entries than the previous edition, this third edition
includes street slang, popular culture terms, and the telegraphic
language peculiar to the Internet. Arranged alphabetically,
entries include usage information, slang type or source,
and additional information about whether the term is, e.g.,
objectionable, derogatory, or standard English. The entries
for some "difficult or unpredictable" words may include
pronunciation information. The alphabetic arrangement is
augmented by a phrase-finder index and Go to/See also references.
If you don't know the meaning of expressions such as "Baldwin"
(a good-looking male), or "face time" (time spent face to
face with someone), this book will explain. Some obvious
terms such as "nervous Nellie" (any nervous person), "naw"
(no), "what the heck" (it doesn't matter), and "square"
(old-fashioned) seem out of place.
2. British Slang Dictionary (NTC's Super-mini S.) Ewart
James; Paperback 192 pages (January 1, 2000) Publisher:
Contemporary Books
Practical and up-to-date, Ewart James dictionary of British
slang contains nearly 2000 definitions yet measures a mere
five and a half by three and half inches. Also included
are some 2000 uniquely British expressions.
3. Divided by a Common Language: A British/American Dictionary
Christopher Davies; Paperback 208 pages Publisher: Mayflower
Press 1998
From the Author: Having grown up in England, I ventured
forth at the aged 20 to visit relatives in New Zealand.
How could I possibly know at that time that England was
never going to be home again.... After seven years down
under, I settled in the United States in 1980. Twenty years
later I am still fascinated by American culture. The linguistic
differences are enormous. The words "tailback" and "dustman",
mean nothing to the average American and probably never
will in the foreseeable future. Brits coming over on "holiday"
still use the terms, "bathing costume", and "flannel", much
to the amusement of Americans within earshot. In this book,
I have tried to cover every aspect of the differences between
British and American English, from spelling differences
to pronunciation differences; even comparing different expressions
used on the other side of the pond. I hope you enjoy the
book with all its intrinsic humor, but I think having read
the book, you'll be just as fascinated as I am by the vast
linguistic gulf that separates the two countries. By the
way, did you know that Americans have not always driven
on the right? The details are in the book.
4. The Slangman Guide to Street Speak 1: The Complete
Course in American Slang & Idioms by David Burke; Paperback:
147 pages, Slangman Publishing
Have fun and learn "real" American conversational English!
There are no "dirty" or impolite expressions in this book.
This book contains the most common slang and idioms used
every day by Americans. Look at this example: English taught
in schools: "I dislike this. It is very difficult." Real
American English: "What a pain!" Both of them mean the same
thing, but "Real English" is the way Americans speak.
You will learn American English conversation using slang
and idioms naturally through dialogues, pictures, quizzes,
games, etc. You'll be talking like a native "in no time"
(very quickly)! This book is full of slang and idioms used
every day by Americans - and it is very easy to use. You
will be more confidant and have fun using English. This
book includes expressions dealing with: Parties, Shopping,
Movies, the Airport, Restaurants, Health, and more. For
the best results, purchase the audio CDs or cassettes.
5. Lonely Planet Australian Phrasebook (Lonely
Planet Australian Phrasebook) by Susan Butler; Paperback:
192 pages
'C'mon, Aussie c'mon!' the catch phrase of many a sporting
event downunder. Understand them or not - the Australians
speak a unique English filled with Dundee accents, quirky
phrases and fantastic vocabulary. Few are the dobbers, bludgers
and two-pot screamers - the average Aussie (o-zee) is welcoming,
hospitable and full of a sense of humour. Though you might
just need this book to understand the jokes.
- for every social situation, here's the language
you're going to hear
- travellers can avoid embarrassing moments and awkward
misunderstandings with clear vocabulary lists
- household names, politics, sports - the book is
full of Aussie interests
- understand a little of the original cultures through
the introductory chapters to Aboriginal and Torres Strait
languages
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