• American Idioms for Everyday Use

  • Easy Idioms, Slang, Expressions, Phrases Commonly Used in American English: A Simple and Practical American Idiom Dictionary, Workbook and Colloquialisms Book
  • By: Richard Valencia
  • Narrated by: David Turner
  • Length: 4 hrs and 7 mins
  • 5.0 out of 5 stars (40 ratings)

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American Idioms for Everyday Use

By: Richard Valencia
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Discover the essence of American English with "American Idioms for Everyday Use". This guide unlocks the special phrases and slang that define American conversations, from New York's hustle to California's laid-back vibes.

  • Essential Idioms: Master everyday idioms like "blue-sky thinking" and "bite me".
  • Modern Slang: Get to grips with slang from "y’all" to "doncha know" for authentic American English.
  • Real-life Application: Learn how to weave idioms and slang into conversations with clear examples and explanations.
  • Cultural Journey: Explore American English across various states, embracing the diversity of expressions.
  • Language Mastery: Perfect for English learners, polyglots, or language enthusiasts eager to sound like a native.

Click ‘add to cart’ now to embrace American English with confidence. Start your journey to mastering American expressions today!

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comprehensive dictionary

"American Idioms for Everyday Use" by Richard Valencia is an indispensable resource for mastering colloquial American English. Valencia's practical approach makes learning idioms and slang effortless, enriching my language skills and helping me navigate everyday conversations with confidence. With this comprehensive dictionary and workbook, I've unlocked a whole new level of fluency and connection in my interactions.






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fascinating!

Great book for anyone looking to master the nuances of American English. This comprehensive book not only provides a rich collection of idiomatic expressions but also offers clear explanations and practical examples for each entry. Its workbook format encourages active learning, making it ideal for self-study or classroom use. With its user-friendly layout and comprehensive content, "American Idioms for Everyday Use" is a must-have guide for anyone looking to navigate the complexities of American English with confidence.

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Slang for everyone!

This book will help you learn the funny and slang words that people use every day, whether you're in the busy streets of New York or the calm beaches of California. This book uses a mix of classic idioms and current slang to help readers learn American English in a fun and easy way. I learned a lot from this

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No beating around the bush here

This is a book like no other I have heard or read. As a linguist I am naturally interested in the origin of words and phrases and this book definitely delivered. I particularly enjoyed the quiz! It is a great fun activity for informal groups or for teambuilding. It is ideal for people learning English as a second language and for new migrants to the USA.

With these familiar phrases with real life examples and clear explanations, this author did not bite off more than he can chew.

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The Soul of American English Conversations

This audiobook is an indispensable resource for anyone seeking to immerse themselves in the nuances of American English. It seamlessly navigates through the idiomatic expressions and colloquialisms that pepper casual conversations nationwide. The clear explanations and real-life examples make it a breeze to incorporate idioms like "blue-sky thinking" and slang terms like "y'all" into your vocabulary. Whether you're an English learner, a language enthusiast, or simply someone who wants to communicate with authentic American flair, this audiobook is an invaluable companion on your journey to linguistic mastery.

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Super interesting!

This was a great listen, a helpful resource for anyone looking to grasp the colorful and often confusing world of American idioms and slang. The book is well-organized, making it easy to find specific phrases or expressions. It includes practical examples that encourage you to use what you learn in everyday conversations. Whether you're a new English learner or just curious about popular idiomatic expressions, this book can boost your understanding and confidence in using American English.

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Fun and Informative

'American Idioms for Everyday Use' is an excellent resource for anyone looking to master the nuances of American English. As someone eager to sound more like a native speaker, I found this audiobook incredibly useful. It covers essential idioms and modern slang, providing clear examples and explanations that make them easy to understand and use in real-life conversations. The cultural insights into different regional expressions are a bonus, making this guide not just educational but also a delightful cultural journey. Highly recommended for English learners and language enthusiasts!

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Modern Idioms! I love this!

I love books about idioms and the origins of language! This one was so great and even included a lot of modern-day idioms and figures of speech, which my other books didn't! I enjoyed it so much, I listened to the whole thing from beginning to end!

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Realy quite entertaining

I have learnt so many new slang terms over this past week I've actually really enjoy it listening to this narration is pace good generators clear and the writing is entertaining

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American Idioms

Loved this book of idioms. My sons school just did a parade of Idioms and this book was very useful as each child or pair of students had to portray the idoms in a parade for others to guess. I also find it useful for explaining the idioms to friends and co workers from overseas who are not familiar with the terms. I recommend this book to others as it can also be used for trivia fun.

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