Chilenismos-English/English-Chilenismos Dictionary & Phrasebook
Book Details
Format
Paperback / Softback
ISBN-10
0781810620
ISBN-13
9780781810623
Publisher
Hippocrene Books Inc.,U.S.
Imprint
Hippocrene Books Inc.,U.S.
Country of Manufacture
GB
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
May 19th, 2005
Print length
185 Pages
Weight
180 grams
Dimensions
19.00 x 9.70 x 1.30 cms
Product Classification:
Bilingual & multilingual dictionariesLanguage phrasebooks
Ksh 1,800.00
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Chile is known for having created an enormous amount of distinct words and expressions. Consequently, the Spanish spoken in Chile is frequently indiscernible to gringos and native Spanish speakers alike. This dictionary and phrasebook collects over 1,500 of these terms and idioms, known as "Chilenismos," and expresses them in simple English. The book also explores the roots of Chilenismos and explains the grammatical constructions and idiosyncratic speech patterns particular to Chileans. This is an ideal guide for tourists, businesspeople, and anyone who plans to spend time in Chile.
Chile is known for having created an enormous amount of distinct words and expressions. Consequently, the Spanish spoken in Chile is frequently indiscernible to gringos and native Spanish speakers alike. This dictionary and phrasebook collects over 1,500 of these terms and idioms, knows and 'chilenismos', and expresses them in simple English. The book also explores the roots of chilenismos and explains the grammatical constructions and idiosyncratic speech patterns particular to Chileans. This is an ideal guide for tourists, businesspeople, and anyone who plans to spend time or to live in Chile. It is also a valuable tool for the Chilean expatriate, who can be transported back to his home country and reminded of how rich and entertaining chilenismos are.
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