American Idioms, Phrases & Slang Explained: A Complete Dictionary of American Expressions and Sayings with Origins, Real Dialogues, and Cultural Context
You know English. But sometimes you have no idea what Americans are actually saying.
That moment when someone says "we're behind the eight ball" or "she really hit it out of the park" and you smile and nod, but inside you have no idea.
This book fixes that.
Over 500 American idioms, phrases, and slang expressions. Every single one explained in plain language, with the real story behind it, a short dialogue showing how it's used, and a note on when it's appropriate to say it.
No fluff. No filler. Just the words Americans use every day and everything you need actually to understand them.
WHAT'S INSIDE:
- Over 500 expressions from classic idioms to current slang
- The real origin of every phrase, with history and context
- Short natural dialogues for every entry
- 12 chapters organised by topic
- Full A to Z index to find anything instantly
For intermediate and advanced learners. Ideal for self-study.