Download or read book Dictionary of Latin American Spanish Phrases and Expressions written by Eleanor Hamer and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Arranged alphabetically in Spanish, this collection offers phrases and expressions from all regions of Latin America, including both common meaning and literal translation. Also, for each entry an example and the corresponding English translation ensure that the reader will grasp subtle nuances of the expression. An additional section offers the Spanish equivalents to English expressions.

Download or read book Dictionary of Latin American Identities written by John T. Maddox and published by . This book was released on 2021 with total page 1138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Including the languages of Spanish, Portuguese, French, and their Creoles, and encompassing an interdisciplinary range of sources, this volume is a dictionary of 21,000 terms related to race, ethnicity, gender, and sexuality used in Latin America over the past five centuries"--

Download or read book A Frequency Dictionary of Spanish written by Mark Davies and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2006-05-17 with total page 763 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The only up-to-date frequency dictionary of Spanish currently available, this is an invaluable tool for all learners of Spanish that provides a list of the 5,000 most commonly used words in the language. Based on a twenty million word corpus evenly divided between spoken, fiction and non-fiction texts from both Spain and Latin America, the Dictionary provides a detailed frequency-based list, as well as alphabetical and part-of-speech indexes to ensure maximum ease of access to the information and efficiency of use. All entries in the rank frequency list feature the English equivalent, a sample sentence and, where applicable, an indication of major register variation. The Dictionary also contains thirty thematically organized lists of frequently used words on a variety of topics, such as animals, weather, materials, and family terms. A CD version is available to purchase separately. Designed for use by corpus and computational linguists it provides the full text in a format that researchers can process and turn into suitable lists for their own research work

Download or read book A Frequency Dictionary of Spanish written by Mark Davies and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2017-12-12 with total page 1457 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Frequency Dictionary of Spanish has been fully revised and updated, including over 500 new entries, making it an invaluable resource for students of Spanish. Based on a new web-based corpus containing more than 2 billion words collected from 21 Spanish-speaking countries, the second edition of A Frequency Dictionary of Spanish provides the most expansive and up-to-date guidelines on Spanish vocabulary. Each entry is accompanied with an illustrative example and full English translation. The Dictionary provides a rich resource for language teaching and curriculum design, while a separate CD version provides the full text in a tab-delimited format ideally suited for use by corpus and computational linguistics. With entries arranged both by frequency and alphabetically, A Frequency Dictionary of Spanish enables students of all levels to get the most out of their study of vocabulary in an engaging and efficient way.

Download or read book Easy Spanish Phrase Book NEW EDITION Over 700 Phrases for Everyday Use Dover Language Guides Spanish written by Pablo Garcia Loaeza and published by . This book was released on 2013-03-21 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Spanish Phrase Book written by My Daily Spanish and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-10-26 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Essential Phrases to Build Your Confidence in Speaking Spanish Get all the essential Spanish words and expressions you need to travel in a Spanish-speaking destination. 1,000+ Spanish words and expressions translated into English. Perfect for travelers and Spanish-learners alike. Comes with an easy phonetic pronunciation guide. Audio tracks included for listening and pronunciation practice (audio download) Sorted into Themes for Easy Formatting and Navigation From basic phrases to problems you may encounter while traveling, say the right things at the moments you need them the most. Formatted for easy navigation, the phrases are sorted into different categories and the clickable table of contents makes it easy for you to browse and locate topics quickly. Simple Phonetics for Easy Pronunciation Each phrase or sentence comes with simple phonetics to help you quickly pronounce words and phrases like native speakers do. Audio for Pronunciation and Listening Practice Aside from the useful pronunciation guide, you will also get free audio tracks to help you pronounce Spanish sounds properly. Follow along with the Spanish narration and give your listening skills a quick boost, too! Perfect for Travelers and Learners Alike Whether you are: A complete beginner who wants to give your Spanish an instant boost Someone who learned Spanish before and wants to reactivate it A traveler who wants to navigate through a Spanish-speaking destination with the help of a good phrasebook ...this book is for you. Technical Details: 1,000+ useful Spanish words and expressions with English translations and pronunciation guide Audio files Ready to travel or kick-start your Spanish lessons? Download your copy now!

Download or read book Spanish Idioms in Practice written by Javier Muñoz-Basols and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-09-11 with total page 223 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Idiomatic expressions are the ‘salt and pepper’ of any language. They give Spanish its colour and imagery, its richness and variety. From set phrases and idioms to metaphorical expressions and proverbs, these essential components allow users to add humour and spice to their language, vividly embodying Hispanic culture while naturalizing their communication style to more closely resemble that of native speakers. Key features: Includes a selection of the most widely used idioms from Spain and Latin America; Idioms are classified into specific and easy-to-reference categories; Creative activities, exercises, mnemonic devices and learning strategies facilitate the acquisition and mastery of idiomatic language; Connections between the Spanish language and Hispanic culture are explained and illustrated; Reference tables at the end of each section highlight similarities between English and Spanish usage of idiomatic language; Original samples, as well as fragments from various Spanish-speaking countries and well-known literary works, are included to help expose students to the use of idioms in journalistic and literary writing. Practical, informative and highly entertaining, this is the ideal text for all intermediate and advanced learners of Spanish.

Download or read book Dirty Spanish Workbook written by ND B and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2012-12-25 with total page 173 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn Spanish slang, funny insults, and explicit phrases with this exercise book that quizzes you on how Spanish is really spoken! Classroom workbooks teach conjugation with lame verbs—I walk, you walk, he walks. Eff that. Wouldn’t you rather be learning I hook up, you hook up, we hook up (Yo ligo, tu ligas, nosotros ligamos)? This book teaches you Spanish using the expressions you really want to learn, including cool slang, swear words and explicit sex terms. Packed with fun stuff they don’t teach in school, Dirty Spanish Workbook includes: • Sample Dialogues for Picking Up Sexy Locals • Labeled Illustrations of the Body’s Hot Spots • Conjugation Exercises on Conjugating • Word Search for Dancing, Clubbing and Partying Terms • Fill-in-the-Blank Sentences to Describe a Hottie • Multiple Choice Quizzes featuring Drunk, Wasted and Stoned Vocabulary

Download or read book Dictionary of Spoken Spanish written by U. S. War Dept and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2013-03-27 with total page 527 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a complete, unabridged republication of a Dictionary of Spoken Spanish, which was specially prepared by nationally known linguists for the U.S. War Department (TM#30-900). It is compiled from spoken Spanish and emphasizes idiom and colloquial usage in both Castilian and Latin American areas. More than 16,000 entries provide exact translations of both English and Spanish sentences and phrases; as many as 60 idioms are listed under each entry. This is easily the largest list of idiomatic constructions ever published. Travelers, business people, and students who are interested in Latin American studies have found this dictionary their best source for those expressions of daily life and social activity not usually found in books. More than 18,000 idioms are given, not as isolated words that you have to conjugate or alter, but as complete sentences that you can use without change. A 25-page introduction provides a rapid survey of Spanish sounds, grammar, and syntax, with full consideration of irregular verbs. It is especially apt in its modern treatment of phrase and clause structure. A 17-page appendix gives translations of geographical names, numbers, national holidays for Spanish countries, important street signs, useful expressions of high frequency, and a unique 7-page glossary of Spanish and Spanish-American foods and dishes.

Download or read book 1001 Most Useful Spanish Words NEW EDITION written by Pablo Garcia Loaeza and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2013-10-10 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Each word is accompanied by a brief definition, a sentence demonstrating proper usage, and a translation. Up-to-date entries cover technology terms, and sections on vocabulary and grammar offer helpful tips.

Download or read book Mastering Spanish written by Robert Clarke and published by Hippocrene Books. This book was released on 2004-11 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Hippocrene Master's Series, a comprehensive self-study course for individuals with little or no previous knowledge of the language, now offers Mastering Arabic, Mastering Polish, and Mastering Spanish, each conveniently packaged with its own audio-CD accompaniment. Native speakers are recorded on each CD to help capture the pronunciation, rhythm, and intonation of the target language. Learning these languages has never been easier, whether you're at home, in the car, or using a portable disc player! The basic teaching material of Mastering Spanish, which covers the Spanish of Spain and of South and Central America, is presented on two 60-minute compact discs.

Download or read book Dictionary of Spanish Slang and Colloquial Expressions written by Michael Mahler and published by Barron's Educational Series, Incorporated. This book was released on 2008 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents more than four thousand contemporary colloquial expressions from Spain, Latin America, and the Spanish-speaking community in the United States, with definitions, a sample sentence, and an equivalent in American slang.

Download or read book Slanguage Dictionary Caribbean and Latin American Slang Words and Phrases written by Christopher Bonn and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2013-06-22 with total page 67 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Slanguage Dictionary: Caribbean and Latin American Slang Words and Phrases is just that; a dictionary of slang words translated to English. Whether for entertainment or to expand your knowledge, this reference guide has slang covered from Puerto Rico to Panama. Also includes a pronunciation guide for Standard Spanish, Caribbean Spanish and Jamaican Patois.

Download or read book Complete Latin American Spanish Beginner to Intermediate Course written by Juan Kattan-Ibarra and published by Teach Yourself. This book was released on 2010-07-30 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you looking for a complete course in Latin American Spanish which takes you effortlessly from beginner to confident speaker? Whether you are starting from scratch, or are just out of practice, Complete Latin American Spanish will guarantee success! Now fully updated to make your language learning experience fun and interactive. You can still rely on the benefits of a top language teacher and our years of teaching experience, but now with added learning features within the course and online. The course is structured in thematic units and the emphasis is placed on communication, so that you effortlessly progress from introducing yourself and dealing with everyday situations, to using the phone and talking about work. By the end of this course, you will be at Level B2 of the Common European Framework for Languages: Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party. Learn effortlessly with a new easy-to-read page design and interactive features: NOT GOT MUCH TIME? One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started. AUTHOR INSIGHTS Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author's many years of experience. GRAMMAR TIPS Easy-to-follow building blocks to give you a clear understanding. USEFUL VOCABULARY Easy to find and learn, to build a solid foundation for speaking. DIALOGUES Read and listen to everyday dialogues to help you speak and understand fast. PRONUNCIATION Don't sound like a tourist! Perfect your pronunciation before you go. TEST YOURSELF Tests in the book and online to keep track of your progress. EXTEND YOUR KNOWLEDGE Extra online articles at: www.teachyourself.com to give you a richer understanding of the culture and history of Latin American Spanish speakers. TRY THIS Innovative exercises illustrate what you've learnt and how to use it.

Download or read book Spanish For Dummies written by Pedro Vázquez Bermejo and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-05-14 with total page 585 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you want to take up Spanish from scratch or brush up on your existing skills, this practical, easy-to-follow guide is for you! Inside you'll find helpful lessons, cultural facts, handy references and much more, including a Spanish-English mini-dictionary and common verb lists. Learn how to use your skills in a variety of everyday contexts, and discover common expressions, important holidays and phrases that'll make you sound fluent. Spanish For Dummies is your one-way ticket to speaking mainland Spanish with confidence. Spanish For Dummies includes: Part I: Getting Started Chapter 1: You Already Know a Little Spanish Chapter 2: The Nitty Gritty: Basic Spanish Grammar Part II: Spanish in Action Chapter 3: Hola! Hello! Greetings and Introductions Chapter 4: Getting to Know You: Making Small Talk Chapter 5: Dining Out and Going to Market Chapter 6: Shopping Made Easy Chapter 7: Going Out on the Town Chapter 8: Enjoying Yourself: Recreation Chapter 9: Talking on the Phone Chapter 10: At the Office and Around the House Part III: Spanish on the Go Chapter 11: Money, Money, Money Chapter 12: Dónde Está? (Where Is It?): Asking Directions Chapter 13: Checking into a Hotel Chapter 14: Getting Around: Planes, Trains, Taxis, and More Chapter 15: Planning a Trip Chapter 16: Help! Handling Emergencies Part IV: The Part of Tens Chapter 17: Ten Ways to Speak Spanish Quickly Chapter 18: Ten Favourite Spanish Expressions Chapter 19: Ten Holidays to Remember Chapter 20: Ten Phrases That Make You Sound Fluent in Spanish Part V: Appendixes Appendix A: Spanish-English Mini Dictionary Appendix B: Spanish Verbs Appendix C: Spanish Facts

Download or read book Diccionario Espa ol Ingl s Ingl s Espa ol written by David L. Gold and published by Random House Reference. This book was released on 2000 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a thoroughly revised and updated second edition of a mid-size hardcover dictionary published in 1995. It features the regional vocabulary of Latin-American Spanish.Unlike standard Spanish-English dictionaries, which include only occasional Latin-American specific terms, this book includes many variations of words unique to the countries of Central and South America and the West Indies.

Download or read book Lonely Planet French Phrasebook Dictionary written by Lonely Planet and published by Lonely Planet. This book was released on 2018-09-01 with total page 271 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lonely Planet French Phrasebook & Dictionary is your handy passport to culturally enriching travels with the most relevant and useful French phrases and vocabulary for all your travel needs. Ask about tucked-away vineyards, bargain with local farmers at the market or order wine like a professional; all with your trusted travel companion. With language tools in your back pocket, you can truly get to the heart of wherever you go, so begin your journey now! Get More From Your Trip with Easy-to-Find Phrases for Every Travel Situation! Feel at ease with essential tips on culture, manners, idioms and multiple meanings Order with confidence, explain food allergies, and try new foods with the menu decoder Save time and hassles with vital phrases at your fingertips Never get stuck for words with the 3500-word two-way, quick-reference dictionary Be prepared for both common and emergency travel situations with practical phrases and terminology Meet friends with conversation starter phrases Get your message across with easy-to-use pronunciation guides Inside Lonely Planet French Phrasebook & Dictionary: Full-colour throughout User-friendly layout organised by travel scenario categories Survival phrases inside front cover for at-a-glance on-the-fly cues Covers Basics - time, dates, numbers, amounts, pronunciation, reading tips, grammar rules Practical - travel with kids, disabled travellers, sightseeing, business, banking, post office, internet, phones, repairs, bargaining, accommodation, directions, border crossing, transport Social - meeting people, interests, feelings, opinions, going out, romance, culture, activities, weather Safe Travel - emergencies, police, doctor, chemist, dentist, symptoms, conditions Food - ordering, at the market, at the bar, dishes, ingredients The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet French Phrasebook & Dictionary , a pocket-sized comprehensive language guide, provides on-the-go language assistance; great for language students and travellers looking to interact with locals and immerse themselves in local culture. About Lonely Planet: Started in 1973, Lonely Planet is the world's leading travel guide publisher with guidebooks to every destination on the planet, and has been connecting travellers and locals for over 25 years with phrasebooks for 120 languages, more than any other publisher! With an award-winning website, a suite of mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community, Lonely Planet enables curious travellers to experience the world and to truly get to the heart of the places they find themselves.