Book Description
An introduction to American colloquialisms through the use of explanatory dialogue or narrative.
Author : Harry Collis
Publisher : McGraw-Hill
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 24,18 MB
Release : 1987-02-09
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9780844254463
An introduction to American colloquialisms through the use of explanatory dialogue or narrative.
Author : Lingo Lingo Mastery
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 229 pages
File Size : 46,98 MB
Release : 2019-10-13
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ISBN : 9781699654316
Do you feel that it's "like pulling teeth" when you want to learn new sayings? Would you like to be able to discover new American idioms and phrases that will make communication "a piece of cake"? Sure, you can learn English with a language course or a textbook just fine, and climb up the ranks in terms of your grasp of the language... but are you sure you can talk like a native? For starters, many expressions used by fluent speakers of English can't exactly be learned in a book, and it can be frustrating to realize that your formal learning hasn't been enough to teach you the way people talk in real life. Sometimes, it's all about having the right tools at your disposal... and this is where The Great Book of American Idioms comes in! Written to act as a powerful addition to your other English-learning resources, this book will allow you to: Discover over 1300 different idioms and sayings, covering hundreds of different subjects Learn the correct definition and usage of each expression, ensuring that you know exactly when you can say them out loud during a conversation Visualize examples of the sayings in common conversations, helping you understand their context Take advantage of important tips we provide you in the introduction and conclusion of the book, so that you can boost your learning and get a much better understanding of the English language. What are you waiting for? Over 1300 idioms and expressions are awaiting you! Don't miss out on learning why this "dark horse" will help you "see the big picture"!
Author : Richard A. Spears
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 1100 pages
File Size : 21,85 MB
Release : 2006-02-03
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 0071486852
Learn the language of Nebraska . . .and 49 other states With more entries than any other reference of its kind,McGraw-Hill’s Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs shows you how American English is spoken today. You will find commonly used phrasal verbs, idiomatic expressions, proverbial expressions, and clichés. The dictionary contains more than 24,000 entries, each defined and followed by one or two example sentences. It also includes a Phrase-Finder Index with more than 60,000 entries.
Author : Michael DiGiacomo
Publisher : Happy English
Page : 185 pages
File Size : 46,57 MB
Release : 2015-06-28
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 0991507975
Author : John Holleman
Publisher : Chinese University Press
Page : 468 pages
File Size : 25,72 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9789629962814
This week-by-week calendar of idioms will assist learners of English to understand the meanings of American idioms found in common usage. The American English Idiomatic Expressions in 52 Weeks consists of 3,300 frequently used idioms, provides concise and clear definitions of each idiom, and includes examples to show the context in which particular idioms are used.
Author : Barbara K. Gaines
Publisher : Kodansha
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 11,34 MB
Release : 1986
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9780870117565
This text contains over 1000 North American colloquialisms - the language of daily life - presented and explained in 100 self-contained lessons. Are you familiar with American idioms? Do you understand such common expressions as on the ball, ' 'hold your horses, ' 'once in a blue moon, ' and 'spitting image'?'
Author : Office of Office of English Language Programs
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 18,14 MB
Release : 2015-02-17
Category :
ISBN : 9781508507383
In the Loop is divided into three parts: Part 1, "Idioms and Definitions"; Part 2, "Selected Idioms by Category"; and Part 3, "Classroom Activities." The idioms are listed alphabetically in Part 1. Part 2 highlights some of the most commonly used idioms, grouped into categories. Part 3 contains classroom suggestions to help teachers plan appropriate exercises for their students. There is also a complete index at the back of the book listing page numbers for both main entries and cross-references for each idiom.
Author : Richard A. Spears
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 430 pages
File Size : 36,50 MB
Release : 1995-02-01
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 0071783547
With more than 7,000 up-to-date phrases, this dictionary covers situations from talking to a doctor to ordering a meal, and helps learners communicate personal feelings, and make small talk.
Author : Harry Collis
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 140 pages
File Size : 41,5 MB
Release : 1992
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9780844254128
This text presents in everyday English 101 commonly used proverbs, enabling students to use proverbs appropriately and encouraging cross-cultural understanding.
Author : J. D.. Hunter
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 35,75 MB
Release : 2014
Category : English language
ISBN : 9781493744336
Comprehensive and contemporary book on American slang and idioms. Includes many of the newest phrases such as: frenemy, booty call, and bromance; as well as older, but still popular idioms such as the whole nine yards, dressed to the nines, and happy as a clam. Also includes business jargon, common texting abbreviations, and many older phrases.