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  • 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 (25 ratings)

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American Idioms for Everyday Use

By: Richard Valencia
Narrated by: David Turner
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Summary

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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Excellent resource for American English

This guide not only teaches the idioms and slang that make American conversations unique, but it also provides the cultural context behind each phrase, from the energetic streets of New York to the relaxed scenes of California. The book is well-organized, with clear examples and practical applications that make learning both enjoyable and effective. Whether you're a new English learner, a polyglot, or simply a language enthusiast, this book is a fantastic tool to help you sound like a native and understand the diverse linguistic landscape of the United States.






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Great for newbies!

I highly recommend this book to anyone who wants to learn American English to a whole new level! You'll experience life like a native wherever you go! Whether you want to learn a language, become a polyglot, or just want to get more knowledge about American culture, this book is an excellent resource for creating everyday phrases.

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Unlock American Conversations

This audiobook is a treasure trove of American idioms and slang, perfect for anyone looking to understand and integrate into American English. The idioms are explained clearly, with examples that make them easy to grasp. I found the cultural insights particularly fascinating, as they shed light on the diverse expressions used across different states. Whether you're an English learner or just curious about the American language and culture, this audiobook is a valuable resource. It's like having a native speaker guide you through the intricacies of everyday American conversations. Highly recommend!

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Great Resource

This audiobook is an excellent resource for anyone looking to master American English idioms and slang. It combines engaging explanations with practical exercises, making it a fun and effective tool for learning. The book not only teaches the meanings and proper usage of various expressions but also provides the cultural context behind them, spanning from the bustling streets of New York to the laid-back vibes of California. Each section is well-organized, covering idioms from different aspects of life including professional environments, technology, and social media. The workbook section, with exercises like completing sentences and creating dialogues, enhances understanding and retention. Whether you're a new English learner, a seasoned polyglot, or simply curious about the nuances of American speech, this guide offers clear examples, historical insights, and a hands-on learning experience that is both educational and entertaining.

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Fun & Practical

I really enjoyed listening to this audiobook. It groups idioms into different categories like work, sports, social media, and love. I especially liked the part about old sayings that we still use today. The person reading the book explains what the idioms mean and where they come from, and gives examples to help understand them better. If you like learning about language, you'll really like this audiobook!

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Fun audiobook!

As an avid learner of American English, I recently embarked on a journey with this audiobook and what I liked the most about it was the workbook section, which provides exercises and activities to reinforce learning. Whether it's completing sentences with the correct idiom or creating dialogues incorporating newly learned expressions, these interactive elements add a hands-on dimension to the learning experience, making the assimilation of idioms both enjoyable and effective. Highly recommended!

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Super fun, and packed with history!!

This is a very interesting book, not at all what I was expecting. I anticipated kind of everyday type idioms. But instead you get the idiom, you get the origins of the idiom with awesome historical documentation( newspapers from 100 years ago radio show references) the next section is uses, how to use the phrase and then similar phrases. This is a well researched and well presented book with a lot of fun stories and idioms.

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Very Entertaining

I received this book as a gift and really enjoyed learning the phrases and meanings of these. I was surprised to learn that what I thought some of them meant, I was actually wrong. The author did a great job of explaining them and using them in sentences. I would defiantly recommend this listen to anyone interested in learning these simple idioms we use.

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A Crash Course!

This audiobook by Richard Valencia is like a crash course in American idioms and slang. It's like having a native speaker whispering the secrets of everyday English into your ear. From common expressions to colloquialisms, it's all here. Whether you're trying to blend in with locals or want to understand American conversation better, this resource has your back. Think of it as your ticket to sounding more natural and fitting right in wherever you go in the States.

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American Conversations?!?!

This book is a super fun guide to understanding American idioms and slang. From "blue-sky thinking" to "bite me," it explores expressions from all over the U.S. The examples are clear and the explanations are helpful, making it great for anyone wanting to sound like a native speaker.

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