The Slangman Guide to Street Speak 3 (Paperback)

by David Burke (Author)

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Product Description
Have fun and learn "real" American conversational English! Our books contain the most common slang and idioms used every day by Americans. Look at this example:

English taught in schools: "How are you today? What are you doing?"

Real American English: "What's up?" (College/Teen Expression)

Both of them mean the same thing, but "Real English" is the way Americans speak. With our books, you will learn American English conversation using slang and idioms naturally through dialogues, pictures, quizzes, games, etc. You'll be talking like a native "in no time" (very quickly)!

This book contains entertaining dialogues, activities and games to help you learn American English conversation, slang and idioms used constantly in American movies, music, relationships, and in daily American life. This book will give you more confidence when you speak to Americans, and you will have fun as you learn.

This book includes expressions dealing with: Dating, Television, Emergencies, Sports, College, and more...

See why so many ESL students around the world love The Slangman Guide to Street Speak series!

There are no "dirty" or impolite expressions in this book. For the best results, purchase the audio CDs or cassettes.

This book was written by American native and slang expert Slangman David Burke.

From the Publisher
The world is getting smaller every day: people are traveling more, making friends in other countries, and working with people who speak different languages in the workplace.

We want to remove the frustration from communication and make it fun. We have a lot to learn from each other, but we can't even start unless we can communicate effectively.

Our products allow people to learn the real language, the language not often taught in schools. Our books and audio products make it fun and easy to learn. We want to give you the confidence to speak English anywhere!

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Product Details

• Paperback: 240 pages
• Publisher: Slangman Publishing (February 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1891888226
• ISBN-13: 978-1891888229
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.4 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #112,845 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book 4 ESL students, August 3, 2005

By	Ray "Ray" (La) - See all my reviews

This book really help me understand what is going on when I watch tv or something/ It is fun to learn those vivid slang expressions! I plan to buy all the slangman's serial 'cos I think
through that I can really understand the real English that cannot be taught in class. If you dont learn it on you own you will never get to learn the real English

5.0 out of 5 stars Practical, informal guide for international students, January 24, 2008

By	Chimayo Press "Ask More. Know More. Share More." (Venice, California) - See all my reviews

An ESL student introduced me to this fine series of street language a few summers ago. Practical, witty, and fun, the Slangman series dares to go where most English teachers fear to trend. David Burke shows some of the overlooked reasons that many international students struggle to understand radio shows, television broadcasts, and daily conversation. Readers will learn idioms, contractions, and many slang terms - and smile a few times. Ideal for international students, EFL students curious about daily life in the United States, and restless young travelers planning a trip.