Do you struggle with learning new American sayings?
When watching American television or movies, have you ever heard a term used in English that seemed odd or unfamiliar to you?
To begin with, it can be discouraging to realize that your textbook English isn't adequate to prepare you for the idioms and slang that native speakers use in everyday conversation.
Just having the correct resources at hand may make all the difference, and that's where "The Dictionary of Popular American Idioms and Phrases" comes in!
Inside this book you will discover:
- 1000 Popular American Slang Phrases - Mastering these key American idioms and colloquialisms is essential for communicating with native English speakers.
- Organized by Type - Unlike other books, phrases are categorized by type and usage for easy understanding.
- Idiom Meanings - Learn the precise meaning of each idiom and its plain English equivalent so you can confidently use them in conversation.
- Example Usage - Each idiom is explained and then used in a sentence to show you how it's meant to be used.
- Idiom Origins - Learn the origin of each popular slang or phrase.
- A-Z Index - In addition to each category, there is also an alphabetical listing of idioms just like you'd find in a dictionary. Using this method, discovering the meaning of an idiom is quick and easy.
- Includes Gen-Z Phrases - Unlike other books on the market, our dictionary contains recent, popular Generation Z slang used in everyday conversation.
The opportunity to understand the most frequently used idioms in American English is now at your fingertips, making it easier than ever to converse with native speakers.
Start learning more about the history of American colloquialisms while improving your English language skills with this easy to use dictionary.
