Fancy A Cuppa? British Slang 101: The Hilarious Guide to British Slang (Includes Must-Know Swear Words, Funny Expressions & Cockney Rhyming Slang)

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The Complete Guide to Everything That's Quintessentially British! Are you a fan of British TV but you get lost in translation? Maybe you plan to visit the UK one day? Or maybe you are just looking for the BEST Christmas gift for a fellow anglophile! Well, you're in the right place... best-selling author Jeff Watson brings you the ULTIMATE guide to British Slang. An all-encompassing hilarious dictionary of everything that's quintessentially British. A deep-dive into the most up to date & current slang spoken by Brits today, brilliantly illustrated, and hilariously explained. You’ll discover: What it means to feel ‘under the weather’, ‘gutted’, 'knackered'... and dozens of other wacky expressions we Brits use to express how we’re feeling. The must-know lingo for when you're ‘down the pub with yer mates’... for example, what does ‘your round’ mean? And NO, they are not commenting on your weight… How to survive a night on the town with an Englishman How to talk about the MOST British topics… Weather & Tea. Of course! The Brits’ most favourite obsession! A whole chapter dedicated to all the hilarious misinterpretations that always occur between British and American English. A must-read chapter! All the slang associated with time & money, or should we say 'to Dilly-Dally', and 'Dosh'! (full explanations inside!) How to behave if you have a run-in with the old Bill... uh oh. And how could we forget… Toilet Talk, Anatomy & Sex. Now you’ll finally be able to mention the crown jewels in their proper context! "Downright Brilliant, Utterly British!" The most ENGLISH swear words on the planet. Whether ‘the dog’s bollocks’ really refers to the very best, or the very worst… and how to effortlessly use it in conversation. All the British TV & FILM you MUST watch before attempting any British slang from this book. Plus… A BONUS chapter containing a collection of over a hundred Rhyming Cockney Slang expressions! Uncover this fascinating way of speaking, that relies only on rhyme and nonsensical humour. Another BONUS chapter on the most unusual British insults on the planet. Trust me… this one will have you dying with laughter… And LOADs more! PLUS, the entire book is JAM-PACKED with fascinating facts & captivating trivia… A lingophiles dream. You’ll uncover: The unexpected true origin behind the well-known cliche idiom ‘it’s raining cats and dogs’. All the curious connections between the British Navy and dozens of British slang terms. The Bizarre true origin of the word 'Fanny'... And much more! Each chapter is adorned with the most Witty British Quotes... Do you know which British prime minister famously said, “in the morning, I will be sober, but you mam, will still be ugly…” ? Find out inside! (Serious) Disclaimers: This book is purely for entertainment purposes only, and should not be used to replace an ESL textbook, or a professional language tutoring class. The book contains swear words, adult jokes and explicit content that is unsuitable for younger audiences. This book may cause excessive laughter & make one of the most memorable gifts of all time. So what are you waiting for? Scroll up and BUY NOW!
ASIN: 1915836018
VSKU: 4EKGRJ00DQDX_ns
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:Watson, Jeff|Doyle, Brian
Binding: Paperback
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Condition Notes: Gently used with minimal wear on the corners and cover. A few pages may contain light highlighting or writing, but the text remains fully legible. Dust jacket may be missing, and supplemental materials like CDs or codes may not be included. May be ex-library with library markings. Ships promptly!
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