Outrageous Thai: Slang, Curses and Epithets - Couverture souple

Rhoden, T. F.

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0804840539 ISBN 13 : 9780804840538

Editeur : Tuttle Publishing, 2009

Synopsis

The Thai people love fun and laughter. They appreciate foreigners who speak their language. But how would they react to foreigners who throw insults in the Thai language and know how to make them blush at the use of direct and vulgar Thai words? "Outrageous Thai" is designed to teach non-Thais to understand the everyday spoken language-along with local slang, curses and epithets. A non-Thai, especially a Westerner, will appreciate the opportunity to learn some really strong and direct language that his Thai colleagues would rather he not know. This title lets you learn how to call someone hot or ugly, a walrus or a potbelly, stupid or a hypocrite. It helps you know how to put off lechers by saying 'Piss off!' in the strongest possible way. Intended for just about anyone who wants to get the most reactions from any Thai within hearing distance, this book is simply the best reference you need to survive in Thailand.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

This is a user-friendly and concise Thai phrase book and guide to Thai slang and Thai curses. The Thai people love fun and laughter. They appreciate foreigners who speak their language. But how would they react to foreigners who throw insults in the Thai language and know how to make them blush at the use of direct and vulgar Thai words? This Thai phrasebook, while designed to teach non-Thais to understand that spoken language on the street or in everyday life, also teaches powerful words that could easily get them punched in the face-probably worse. So, be cautious. This little book contains powerful words. A non-Thai, especially a Westerner, will appreciate the opportunity to learn some really strong and direct language that his Thai colleagues would rather he not know. Learn how to call someone hot or ugly, a walrus or a potbelly, stupid or a hypocrite. Know how to put off lechers by saying "Piss off!" in the strongest possible way. Intended for just about anyone who wants to get the most reactions from any Thai within hearing distance, this book is simply the best reference you need to survive Thailand. Not just a simple phrasebook, Outrageous Thai teaches how to really speak Thai, and understand the Thai language. Know what Thais really mean and answer back. Features of this Thai phrasebook are: Compact travel size. Hundreds of colourful Thai phrases organized by topic and use. Extensive explanations of context and culture. All phrases shown in written Thai script, Romanised Thai and English. Intended for students of all levels and anyone interested in how Thai is really spoken, this book is absolutely indispensable for foreigners who live in Thailand and want to know what is being said when someone insults you in Thai!

Biographie de l'auteur

T. F. Rhoden was a student and United States Peace Corps volunteer in Thailand.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Tuttle Publishing
• Date d'édition: 2009
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0804840539
• ISBN 13: 9780804840538
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 160
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible