Speak American
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Do You Speak American
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Author : Robert Macneil
language : en
Publisher: Nan A. Talese
Release Date : 2007-12-18
Do You Speak American written by Robert Macneil and has been published by Nan A. Talese this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-12-18 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
Is American English in decline? Are regional dialects dying out? Is there a difference between men and women in how they adapt to linguistic variations? These questions, and more, about our language catapulted Robert MacNeil and William Cran—the authors (with Robert McCrum) of the language classic The Story of English—across the country in search of the answers. Do You Speak American? is the tale of their discoveries, which provocatively show how the standard for American English—if a standard exists—is changing quickly and dramatically. On a journey that takes them from the Northeast, through Appalachia and the Deep South, and west to California, the authors observe everyday verbal interactions and in a host of interviews with native speakers glean the linguistic quirks and traditions characteristic of each area. While examining the histories and controversies surrounding both written and spoken American English, they address anxieties and assumptions that, when explored, are highly emotional, such as the growing influence of Spanish as a threat to American English and the special treatment of African-American vernacular English. And, challenging the purists who think grammatical standards are in serious deterioration and that media saturation of our culture is homogenizing our speech, they surprise us with unpredictable responses. With insight and wit, MacNeil and Cran bring us a compelling book that is at once a celebration and a potent study of our singular language. Each wave of immigration has brought new words to enrich the American language. Do you recognize the origin of 1. blunderbuss, sleigh, stoop, coleslaw, boss, waffle? Or 2. dumb, ouch, shyster, check, kaput, scram, bummer? Or 3. phooey, pastrami, glitch, kibbitz, schnozzle? Or 4. broccoli, espresso, pizza, pasta, macaroni, radio? Or 5. smithereens, lollapalooza, speakeasy, hooligan? Or 6. vamoose, chaps, stampede, mustang, ranch, corral? 1. Dutch 2. German 3. Yiddish 4. Italian 5. Irish 6. Spanish
Speak English Like An American
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Author : Amy Gillett
language : en
Publisher: Language Success Press
Release Date : 2004
Speak English Like An American written by Amy Gillett and has been published by Language Success Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004 with Foreign Language Study categories.
The audio CD contains all of the dialogues in the book.
Speak American
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Author : Dileri Borunda Johnston
language : en
Publisher: Random House Reference
Release Date : 2000
Speak American written by Dileri Borunda Johnston and has been published by Random House Reference this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000 with Education categories.
A guide to the particularities of American speech offers newcomers to the language a leg up on the vocabular, grammar, and cultural influences that distinguish American from British English. Original.
Everyday English
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Author : Jeannie Yang
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2019-12-12
Everyday English written by Jeannie Yang and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-12-12 with categories.
There is no time like the present to learn English. The world's most widely spoken language permeates many aspects of our daily lives. Internet sites, blockbuster movies, even toothpaste tubes bear English words. But let's be honest, learning to speak American English is not easy. Pronunciation, sentence structures, figures of speech, and idioms are just some of the potential headaches for those who are courageous enough to take up English. One might wonder if there is a way to learn American English with minimum hassle. That is exactly why this book was created.Flipping through the pages of this book will reveal the absence of numbered lessons and regimented exercises. In fact, the majority of the text is written in a format similar to a movie script. There is a cast of characters performing the actions of each scene. The two main characters have different personalities and backgrounds, but they are united by the quest to learn English. Both of the characters drive the storyline by making decisions that are based on their learning goals. You have the opportunity to imagine that you are a character in the story. You can decide which parts of the text to read, and the order, in accordance with your own learning goals.Whether you are going on a cruise or heading to a job interview, this book serves as a practical and entertaining guide to conversational American English. You can also use it as a handy reference while traveling abroad. Although the events in the story take place in the United States, the speaking skills you will gain can be employed in other English-speaking countries.The lines of the characters in the story provide a glimpse into the diversity of dialects and rich vocabulary that American English has to offer. It is a dynamic language that is deeply intertwined with American culture. References to American thought, history, and pop culture enliven the text, making for an enjoyable learning experience. As you make your way through the book, I hope you will come to see, as I have, how wonderful and exhilarating it is to learn English.
Speak American English Conversation 6 000 Vocabulary Words And Phrases In Dialogues
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Author : Artsun Akopyan
language : en
Publisher: Litres
Release Date : 2022-05-15
Speak American English Conversation 6 000 Vocabulary Words And Phrases In Dialogues written by Artsun Akopyan and has been published by Litres this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-05-15 with Reference categories.
This book lets you learn almost 4,000 most important English words and more than 2,000 common phrases by using them in conversations. New words and phrases are highlighted in bold and are listed below each conversation. The tutorial can be used by learners of English as a second language when preparing for TOEFL or IELTS. It might also be useful for teachers of English as a foreign language. All conversations are original and written by the author, and edited by David Christian in the USA.
Speaking American
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Author : Josh Katz
language : en
Publisher: Mariner Books
Release Date : 2020-09
Speaking American written by Josh Katz and has been published by Mariner Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-09 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
Did you know that your answers to just a handful of questions can predict the zip code of where you grew up? Speaking American offers a visual atlas of the American vernacular--who says what, and where they say it--revealing the history of our nation, our regions, and the language that divides and unites us.
Accent America Essentials
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Author : Dorothy M. Taguchi
language : en
Publisher: Penton Overseas, Inc
Release Date : 2007-02
Accent America Essentials written by Dorothy M. Taguchi and has been published by Penton Overseas, Inc this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-02 with Foreign Language Study categories.
Five audio CDs and one guide book. Focussing on the core English pronunciation problems, 'Accent America! Essentials' addresses the needs of non-native speakers who desire to express themselves more clearly and confidently. The practice exercises on the audio CDs along with explanations and illustrations in the guide book will help develop the fundamental features of an American accent. The book is for those who can speak and understand English but wish to reduce their native accent to build self-confidence and thus better their careers.
Speak American English
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Author : S.LAWRENCE JAYAKUMAR
language : en
Publisher: SAKTHI PUBLISHING HOUSE
Release Date :
Speak American English written by S.LAWRENCE JAYAKUMAR and has been published by SAKTHI PUBLISHING HOUSE this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with categories.
அமெரிக்கன் ஆங்கிலத்தை அறிந்து கொள்ளுங்கள்
Learning To Speak American
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Author : Colette Dartford
language : en
Publisher: Bonnier Publishing Fiction Ltd.
Release Date : 2015-11-05
Learning To Speak American written by Colette Dartford and has been published by Bonnier Publishing Fiction Ltd. this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-11-05 with Fiction categories.
'A moving and engaging debut novel . . . shortens the dark nights' Santa Montefiore. An emotional and uplifting story of starting again, perfect for fans of Hilary Boyd and The Tea Planter's Wife. Having suffered in silence since the tragic death of their young daughter, Lola and Duncan Drummond's last chance to rediscover their love for one another lies in an anniversary holiday to the gorgeous Napa Valley. Unable to talk about what happened, Duncan reaches out to his wife the only way he knows how - he buys her a derelict house, the restoration of which might just restore their relationship. As Lola works on the house she begins to realise the liberating power of letting go. But just as she begins to open up, Duncan's life begins to fall apart. After all the heartbreak, can Lola and Duncan learn to love again? 'A heartrending story, well-told, about coping with unimaginable loss. Dartford evokes strong, sympathetic characters while writing fluently and from the heart. I raced through it.' Hilary Boyd, author of Thursdays in the Park 'A beautiful read, lyrically written, poignant and emotional' - Nicola Cornick, internationally bestselling author of House of Shadows 'Does everything a good book should do; it made me smile, it made me cry, it taught me lessons about life and love I didn't know before' - Claire Dyer, author of The Moment
Everyday English Volume 3
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Author : Jeannie Yang
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2020-04-22
Everyday English Volume 3 written by Jeannie Yang and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-04-22 with categories.
In this volume, you get to meet new characters, discover more about the main characters, and particularly learn about the lifestyle of Americans. You will also meet a diverse group of characters and see how they adjust to modern life in the U.S. Also, Ken & Diane are getting more intense... or are they? You be the judge! The fun stories continue as you keep learning American language and culture (see examples below from the text): "Diane: It's very clean. There's no mess at all.Gina: I'm glad you think so.Diane: I thought all Americans wear their shoes in the house.Gina: Really? Why is that?Diane: That's what I saw on TV.Gina: Not all Americans are like that. Where are you from by the way?_____________________________________________"Old Woman: I'm an eighty-one-year-old grandmother. I have the right to be uptight.Teenager: Can I at least have some beer?Old Woman: Help yourself.Teenager: Thanks a lot.Old Woman: When you come back, remind me to disown you.Teenager: Grandma!Old Woman: What? I'm very forgetful at my age."The complete book has been divided into separate volumes for easy use. Each volume is a continuation, so it will be most helpful if you begin from Volume 1. San Francisco, 2020