Streetwise Spanish (Book Only)
Title | Streetwise Spanish (Book Only) PDF eBook |
Author | Mary McVey Gill |
Publisher | McGraw-Hill Education |
Total Pages | 320 |
Release | 1998-09-11 |
Genre | Foreign Language Study |
ISBN | 9780844272818 |
Intermediate through advanced Streetwise Spanish presents the colloquial and slang expressions that students need and want to know but usually do not learn in their Spanish classes. The 15 chapters contain short dialogues, translations of the dialogues, explanations of the colloquial and slang expressions, authentic jokes, cartoons from Spanish publications, and exercises. Note: This text includes "earthy" and vulgar expressions! Each dialogue presents universal Spanish idioms and also includes slang from a particular country or city that is identified in the introductory line of the dialogue. Alternate forms used in other areas are explained in the vocabulary notes.
Streetwise Spanish (Book + 1CD)
Title | Streetwise Spanish (Book + 1CD) PDF eBook |
Author | Mary McVey Gill |
Publisher | McGraw-Hill Education |
Total Pages | 336 |
Release | 2005-11-15 |
Genre | Foreign Language Study |
ISBN | 9780071460866 |
Easy lessons that help you speak Spanish like a native This revised edition of Streetwise Spanish features an overview of the “signature” words that differentiate speakers across the Spanish-speaking world. It also includes an audio CD featuring 30 dialogs from the book, spoken by native speakers from more than 15 countries and exercises that test your grasp of key slang expressions.
The Street-Wise Spanish Survival Guide
Title | The Street-Wise Spanish Survival Guide PDF eBook |
Author | Eleanor Hamer |
Publisher | Skyhorse Publishing Inc. |
Total Pages | 497 |
Release | 2008-08 |
Genre | Foreign Language Study |
ISBN | 1602392501 |
If you were dropped into the middle of Managua, Mexico City, or Miami, would you know how to speak not only the language, but also the lingo? In The Street-Wise Spanish Survival Guide, the reader who is already familiar with Spanish will discover the banter and metaphor (both polite and rude) that enrich the spoken language as it is really used, hints on avoiding embarrassing mistakes in grammar, and a list of dreaded false cognates. Full of advice on pronunciation and tips on customs and manners, and keyed with time-saving symbols, this is the best guide available to understanding and appreciating Spanish as it is spoken in Latin America and the United States.
Streetwise Spanish with Audio CD
Title | Streetwise Spanish with Audio CD PDF eBook |
Author | Mary McVey Gill |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 320 |
Release | 2006-01-01 |
Genre | |
ISBN | 9780071460873 |
Streetwise Spanish Dictionary/Thesaurus
Title | Streetwise Spanish Dictionary/Thesaurus PDF eBook |
Author | Mary McVey Gill |
Publisher | McGraw-Hill Companies |
Total Pages | 364 |
Release | 2001-06-28 |
Genre | Foreign Language Study |
ISBN |
Presents a listing of five thousand idiomatic terms and slang expressions in Spanish, grouped alphabetically within more than 150 thematic categories; each with an English translation and example sentence.
3,000 Spanish Words and Phrases They Won't Teach You in School
Title | 3,000 Spanish Words and Phrases They Won't Teach You in School PDF eBook |
Author | Eleanor Hamer |
Publisher | Simon and Schuster |
Total Pages | 585 |
Release | 2012-05-01 |
Genre | Language Arts & Disciplines |
ISBN | 162087279X |
There’s a difference between learning a language and being able to speak it with the familiarity of a native speaker. This book fills that gap, clarifying tricky words and expressions and illuminating the finer points of Spanish wordplay and double meanings.
The Rough Guide to Spain
Title | The Rough Guide to Spain PDF eBook |
Author | Rough Guides |
Publisher | Rough Guides UK |
Total Pages | 1328 |
Release | 2015-03-02 |
Genre | Travel |
ISBN | 024120576X |
The Rough Guide to Spain is the definitive guide to this captivating country, with in-depth coverage of everything from its classic cities to hidden island beaches. With stunning photography to inspire you and clear maps to steer you, this guide will ensure you discover the best of Spain, whether it's ticking off Gaudí's stunning architectural masterpieces in Barcelona, hiking in the magnificent Picos de Europa, admiring Granada's splendid Alhambra, or taking part in one of the country's fabulously vibrant fiestas. Insider reviews reveal the best places to eat, sleep and party with something for every budget, whether you want to stay in a majestic parador, sip sherry in Jerez, bar-hop in Madrid or nab a table at one of Catalunya's hottest restaurants. Make the most of your holiday with the Rough Guide to Spain.