Dirty Italian


Book Description

This hilariously improper English-Italian phrasebook teaches you slang words, modern phrases, and curses you never saw in a classroom. You already know enough Italian to get by, but you want to be able to tell those inside jokes, greet your friends in a laid-back manner, and casually pick someone up at a bar. From “What’s up?” to “Wanna go home with me?” Dirty Italian will teach you how to speak like you're a regular on the streets of Milan or Rome. But you’ll also discover material that goes beyond a traditional phrasebook, including: Hilarious insults Provocative facts Explicit swear words Themed Italian cocktails And more Next time you’re traveling or chatting with your Italian friends, pick up this book, drop the textbook formality, and get dirty!




More Spanish Slanguage


Book Description

A second volume of popular Spanish words and phrases. This second volume of Spanish terms will help you more easily communicate with native Spanish speakers at home or abroad. Just follow the illustrated prompts and read the English words out loud. Soon you’ll be speaking simple Spanish words and phrases well enough to be understood—such as, Is everybody happy? (Ace Tom Owes Cone 10 Toes?); or, What would you like? (Kay Key Ed Ace?). The simple icons are easy to follow and this pocket-sized guide is easy to carry with you. It will give you the basic words and phrases you need either while traveling or hereat home—asking directions, ordering food at a restaurant, shopping. And most of all . . . it’s just plain fun!




Dictionary of Italian Slang and Colloquial Expressions


Book Description

This pocket-sized reference contains approximately 4,500 common Italian slang words and colloquial expressions not usually found in standard Italian-English dictionaries. Entries contain grammatical information, the definition in English, a sentence or phrase in Italian to illustrate usage, and an English translation of the example using, where applicable, a corresponding English slang expression. Gobetti is program associate at the Center for European Studies, the U. of Michigan. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR.




French Slanguage


Book Description

Learn simple French in a snap! With this fun visual guide, simply follow the illustrated prompts and read the English words out loud with emphasis on the words in red: soon you'll be speaking French! Learn to be polite by saying "please": "See Voo Play" (S'il vous plaît). Or let someone know what a "good idea" that was: "Set Tune Bunny Day" (C'est une bonne idée). The simple icons are easy to follow and this pocket-sized guide is easy to carry with you. It will give you the basic phrases you need to get around while traveling, whether asking directions, ordering food at a restaurant, or shopping. But most of all, it’s just plain fun!




American Italian Slang


Book Description

AmericanItalian.net has enjoyed ten years of success as the definitive hub of the "pidgin language" developed by Italian immigrants to the New World, known as "American Italian." Extensive research into etymology and culture has culminated into this large-printed, easily-readable glossary, which provides a riveting ride of cultural memories. This book contains the 200 most essential phrases, accompanied by their meanings and origins. It also doubles as a physical archive to preserve this unique subculture forever in the homes of American Italian families!This 200+ page paperback glossary is optimized to enjoy the American Italian culture in private (as a coffee table book) with family/friends (easy to pass around, with large printed words), or a the perfect gifts for all of the American Italians in your life!This printed version adds approximately 40 NEW WORDS exclusive to this book, for a total of the 200 most essential American Italian phrases.




More Spanish Slanguage


Book Description

A second volume of popular Spanish words and phrases This second volume of Spanish terms will help you more easily communicate with native Spanish speakers at home or abroad. Just follow the illustrated prompts and read the English words out loud. Soon you’ll be speaking simple Spanish words and phrases well enough to be understood—such as, Is everybody happy? (Ace Tom Owes Cone 10 Toes?); or, What would you like? (Kay Key Ed Ace?). The simple icons are easy to follow and this pocket-sized guide is easy to carry with you. It will give you the basic words and phrases you need either while traveling or hereat home—asking directions, ordering food at a restaurant, shopping. And most of all . . . it’s just plain fun! Mike Ellis is a web designer who runs the popular website www.slanguage.com. He lives with his family in Philadelphia.




Talk Dirty Italian


Book Description

This sort of Italian isn't Church sanctioned. Whether ordering a slice in Little Italy or riding along the Grand Canal, Talk Dirty: Italian is your guide to truly spitting the sauce. Loaded with plenty of words and expressions that could make Tony Soprano blush, you'll sound like you just got off the boat with entries like the one below. And with the curses, slang, and idiomatic expressions split into different situation-based sections, you're guaranteed to always know what to say--no matter where you are. Italian word: scopabile Definition: f**kable, lit. sweepable Phrase: Niente male la tua suocera; anzi direi che è propio scopabile. Literal Translation: Your mother-in-law is not so bad looking; in fact she's quite f**kable.




What They Didn't Teach You in Italian Class


Book Description

Sipping espresso at a sidewalk cafe... Toasting a pint of birra in the piazza... Cheering for Azzurri at lo Stadio Olimpico... Drop the textbook formality and chat with the locals in Italy's everyday language.; What's up? Che c'e?; I'm so plastered. Sono demolito/a.; Do you wanna cuddle? Vuoi coccolarci?; Nice body! Che corpo!; I'm friggin' starving. Ho una fame da morti.; Hey ref, you're a moron! Arbitro cretino!




Learn Italian: Must-Know Italian Slang Words & Phrases


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Do you want to learn Italian the fast, fun and easy way? And do you want to master daily conversations and speak like a native? Then this is the book for you. Learn Italian: Must-Know Italian Slang Words & Phrases by ItalianPod101 is designed for Beginner-level learners. You learn the top 100 must-know slang words and phrases that are used in everyday speech. All were hand-picked by our team of Italian teachers and experts. Here’s how the lessons work: • Every Lesson is Based on a Theme • You Learn Slang Words or Phrases Related to That Theme • Check the Translation & Explanation on How to Use Each One And by the end, you will have mastered 100+ Italian Slang Words & phrases!




German Slanguage


Book Description

With this fun visual guide, just follow the illustrated prompts and read the English words out loud. Soon you’ll be speaking simple German words and phrases well enough to be understood by most native speakers. Try asking someone their name: Vee Highs An Zee? Or tell them to "Be patient": Get Dual Dig.