Fancy a Cuppa? British Slang 101

The Hilarious Guide to British Slang

De: Jeff Watson

Narrado por: David Lane Pusey

Duración: 2 h y 7 m

Resumen del Editor

This book is 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 and current slang spoken by Brits today.

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 your "down the pub with yer mates". For example, what does "your round" mean? And no, they are not commenting on your weight.
• How to talk about the most British topics: weather and tea!
• A whole chapter dedicated to all the hilarious misinterpretations that always occur between British and American English.
• Toilet talk, anatomy, and sex. Now you’ll finally be able to mention the crown jewels in their proper context!
• 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 and film you must watch before attempting any British slang from this book.
• A bonus chapter containing a collection of over 100 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.

Plus, the entire book is jam-packed with fascinating facts and captivating trivia. 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!

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So fun!

I want to move to Britain right now! I love this book and I love the fun British words!