A Guide to British Slang - Couverture souple

Rogers, Louis

Couverture souple

ISBN 13 : 9798310092754

Editeur : Independently published, 2025

Synopsis

Welcome to the Wonderful World of British Slang!
If you’ve ever been baffled by Brits waffling on about being knackered, pulling a sicky, or scoring a top bins goal, you’re in the right place. British slang is gloriously inventive—shaped by history, regional accents, and a national love of cheeky wordplay. Whether you’re visiting the UK, learning English, or simply fancy a laugh, this book takes you on a proper tour of the UK’s most beloved expressions.

Unlike a dry dictionary, this guide is packed with real-life lingo—the words you’ll hear in pubs, on football pitches, in offices, and up and down the high street. We spotlight the quirky, the naughty, and the downright hilarious turns of phrase that make British English so unique.

Inside you’ll find:

• Everyday topics made fun: food & drink, work & office life, sports & football, money talk, travel, and the fine art of faffing about.

• Clear, friendly entries: plain-English definitions, natural example sentences, and bite-size notes on history or regional flavour.

• Interactive practice: quick quizzes, mini dialogues, and role-play prompts to help you use the slang—not just recognise it.

• Local colour: tips on when phrases sound friendly, sarcastic, or a bit too spicy for Grandma.

By the end, you’ll be well chuffed with how much British banter you understand—and how effortlessly you can sling it back. Whether you want to blend in with the locals, impress your British mates, or just giggle at the glorious chaos of UK expressions, this book will help you speak like a Brit and enjoy the ride.

Put the kettle on, grab a biccy, and dive in. Bob’s your uncle—let’s get started!

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Independently published
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 13: 9798310092754
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 135
• Coordonnées du fabricant: Manufactured by Amazon on behalf of the author; https://www.amazon.fr/hz/contact-us; ; c/o Amazon Media EU S.à.r.l., 38 Avenue John F. Kennedy; Luxembourg; L-1855; Luxembourg