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Language
English
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Our use of language naturally evolves and is a living, breathing thing that reflects who we are. Says Who? offers clear, nuanced guidance that goes beyond "right" and "wrong" to empower us to make informed language choices. Never snooty or scoldy (yes, that's a "real" word!), this book explains where the grammar rules we learned in school actually come from and reveals the forces that drive dictionary editors to label certain words as slang or unacceptable....
Author
Series
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons
Pub. Date
[2010]
Language
English
Description
Want to get to grips with spoken English and need a helping hand? Whether you're a student or a traveler, this expert guide equips you with the skills to understand and speak English in no time. Emphasis is on British English.
Series
Publisher
Lonely Planet Global Ltd
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
This follow-up series to First Words provides an easy transition from learning single words to forming simple phrases. Kids learn simple conversation starters and responses, or can create their own unique phrases by combining building blocks of language.
5) Why do we say that?: 101 idioms, phrases, sayings & facts! A brief history on where they come from!
Author
Publisher
[publisher not identified]
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
Collects 101 popular idioms and sayings and explains their origins and how their usage has changed over time.
Author
Series
Publisher
Teach Yourself
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
The most successful language learners create a habit of studying on a regular basis. 50 English Coffee Breaks makes it easy to master a simple routine of improving your English by effortlessly integrating it with your calming daily ritual - from a 5-minute espresso to a 15-minute latte. Organised by 5, 10 and 15 minutes, these 50 varied and lively activities - from anagrams and idiom challenges to recipes and quotations - are created for high-beginner...
7) ABC
Author
Publisher
Boxer Books Ltd
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
Touch and trace the letters from A to Z in this stylish, design-led board book. See the alphabet reflected in the world around you from avocado to zebra.
Series
Publisher
Lonely Planet Global Ltd
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
This follow-up series to First Words provides an easy transition from learning single words to forming simple phrases. Kids learn simple conversation starters and responses, or can create their own unique phrases by combining building blocks of language.
9) Inglés
Author
Series
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons, Inc
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
Inglés Para Dummies está repleto de explicaciones claras de la gramática, el uso, la jerga y más en inglés, todo en un formato fácil de seguir. Estudia a su propio ritmo, en la comodidad de su hogar, con esta guía imprescindible para cualquier persona que quiera aprender inglés. Le encantará el útil mini diccionario inglés-español mientras aprende la jerga para saludos personales, conversaciones telefónicas, compras, viajes, cenas y otras...
Author
Series
Publisher
Teach Yourself
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
The most successful language learners create a habit of studying on a regular basis. 50 Italian Coffee Breaks makes it easy to master a simple routine of improving your Italian by effortlessly integrating it with your calming daily ritual-from a 5-minute espresso to a 15-minute latte. Organized by 5, 10 and 15 minutes, these 50 varied and lively activities - from anagram and idiom challenges to recipes and quotations - are created for high-beginner...
Author
Series
Publisher
Teach Yourself, an imprint of John Murray Press
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
The most successful language learners create a habit of studying on a regular basis. 50 Spanish Coffee Breaks makes it easy to master a simple routine of improving your Spanish by effortlessly integrating it with your calming daily ritual-from a 5-minute espresso to a 15-minute latte. Organized by 5, 10 and 15 minutes, these 50 varied and lively activities - from anagram and idiom challenges to recipes and quotations - are created for high-beginner...
Author
Series
Publisher
Teach Yourself
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
The most successful language learners create a habit of studying on a regular basis. 50 French Coffee Breaks makes it easy to master a simple routine of improving your French by effortlessly integrating it with your calming daily ritual-from a 5-minute espresso to a 15-minute latte. Organized by 5, 10 and 15 minutes, these 50 varied and lively activities - from anagram and idiom challenges to recipes and quotations - are created for high-beginner...
Author
Publisher
Murdoch Books
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
A humorous, irreverent guide to writing with more clarity and fearlessness. An essential guide for anyone with cause to communicate in written form (most of us), a passing interest in doing it better (some of us), and a disinterest in a book on said subject that is humourlessly preoccupied with rules (almost all of us). Author Joanne Anderson has expanded on the popular tips she shares weekly with writers at Nine mastheads so that readers everywhere...
Author
Publisher
Nelson Books, an imprint of Thomas Nelson
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
Why are spectacularly successful movies called blockbusters? Why does "putting your best foot forward" mean you hope to make a good impression? Why is rowdy and prankish behavior called horseplay and what does it have to do with the rarity of horses? Word Nerds Unite! shares 200 fascinating word meanings for fans of Wordle, Scrabble, and other word games.
Author
Publisher
Ten Speed Press
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
In this vibrant guide to Black language, journalists jarrett hill and Tre'vell Anderson translate beloved colloquialisms distinct to the Black community, diving into what these phrases mean, how we use them, and why we can't live without them.
Author
Publisher
Bushel & Peck Books
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
Introduce your child (or yourself!) to the incredible language of Mandarin! Featuring over 800 first words with bright, bold illustrations, My First Book of Mandarin provides each word in English, traditional and simplified Chinese characters, and a romanization that makes pronunciation a breeze. Readers will also find cultural tips, sample sentences, and simple hints on usage and word choice.
Series
Publisher
Aguilar
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
Español
Description
Con INGLÉS FLUIDO Y SIN ACENTO aprenderás muy fácilmente a hablar inglés de una manera fluida y sin acento. Aunque hoy no sepas nada de inglés, con el curso INGLÉS FLUIDO Y SIN ACENTO pronto resolverás y te defenderás rapidito en las principales situaciones de tu día a día en Estados Unidos. Ya sea trabajando, hablando con americanos, vendiendo, realizando trámites administrativos, o ayudando a tu familia en la escuela, en el médico, o...
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