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Author :Office of Office of English Language Programs Publisher :Createspace Independent Publishing Platform ISBN 13 :9781508507383 Total Pages :0 pages Book Rating :4.5/5 (73 download)
Book Synopsis In the Loop by : Office of Office of English Language Programs
Download or read book In the Loop written by Office of Office of English Language Programs and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2015-02-17 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the Loop is divided into three parts: Part 1, "Idioms and Definitions"; Part 2, "Selected Idioms by Category"; and Part 3, "Classroom Activities." The idioms are listed alphabetically in Part 1. Part 2 highlights some of the most commonly used idioms, grouped into categories. Part 3 contains classroom suggestions to help teachers plan appropriate exercises for their students. There is also a complete index at the back of the book listing page numbers for both main entries and cross-references for each idiom.
Book Synopsis English for Everyone: English Idioms by : DK
Download or read book English for Everyone: English Idioms written by DK and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2019-03-19 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you looking to brush up on your English idioms? English for Everyone: English Idioms can help you to understand the context and use of hundreds of native English expressions. Take your practical English usage to the next level and build your confidence in spoken and written English by visually connecting the literal and idiomatic meaning of common English phrases such as, “on cloud nine”, “snowed under”, and many more. With supporting audio available online, sample sentences throughout the book, collocations, and common mistakes to watch out for, English for Everyone: English Idioms can help you confidently progress your English language from advanced to fluent in both social and business environments. About English For Everyone English for Everyone is a series of guides and practice books that support English learning for teenagers and adults from a beginner level, to intermediate, and advanced practical English. Offering a fun and easy-to-follow format that offers guidance for both teaching English as a foreign language, and a self-study approach with resources available to improve English speaking, reading, and writing. Whether you are looking for ESL teaching resources, or a structured program for adults to learn English as a second language, the English for Everyone Series provides: - Sample language examples: New language topics are introduced in context using clear, illustrated, and color-coded explanations - Supporting audio: Extensive English-speaking audio materials integrated into every unit, giving vital oral and listening practice. (All supplementary audio is available on the DK English for Everyone website and IOS/Android App). - Quick referencing: Easy-to-follow units for easy referencing and teaching - Sentence formation guides: Visual break downs of essential English grammar for beginners, showing learners how to recreate even complex English sentences - Visual English vocabulary cues: Lists of useful English words and common phrases with visual aids are available throughout the book The English for Everyone Series covers the skills and topics required for all major global English-language exams and reference frameworks including: - CEFR - TOEFL - IELTS - TOEIC
Book Synopsis Phrases and Idioms by : Richard A. Spears
Download or read book Phrases and Idioms written by Richard A. Spears and published by McGraw-Hill Education. This book was released on 1998-12-02 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This quick-access book defines and explains 2,300 confusing American English phrases and idioms, making their meaning crystal clear. Completely indexed.
Download or read book A Guide to Idioms written by Kay Cullen and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 218 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Little Red Book Idioms and Phrases by : Terry O'Brien
Download or read book Little Red Book Idioms and Phrases written by Terry O'Brien and published by Rupa Publications. This book was released on 2011 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Idiom from Latin: idioma, 'special property' is an expression, word or phrase that has a figurative meaning, this is separate from the literal meaning or definition of the words of which it is made. Word group becomes an idiomatic expression. The words develop a specialized meaning as an entity, as an idiom. When a speaker uses an idiom, the listener might mistake its actual meaning, if he or she has not heard this figure of speech before. In English the expression to go round the bend, would mean 'to go insane'. There are many such idiomatic expressions, A Curtain Lecture: Nagging by a wife at bedtime. A Dutch Wife: A bolster. Land of Nod: A state of sleep Let not idioms confuse those unfamiliar with them. Little Red Book of Idioms and Phrases will add to your vocabulary. Let's get into the ball park of idioms and phrases
Book Synopsis 101 American English Idioms by : Harry Collis
Download or read book 101 American English Idioms written by Harry Collis and published by McGraw-Hill. This book was released on 1987-02-09 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An introduction to American colloquialisms through the use of explanatory dialogue or narrative.
Book Synopsis Essential English Idioms by : Richard Spears
Download or read book Essential English Idioms written by Richard Spears and published by McGraw-Hill. This book was released on 1998-02-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This fascinating reference presents more than 1,800 of the most interesting and difficult-to-grasp expressions used by Brits around the world. Completely indexed.
Book Synopsis McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Idoms and Phrasal Verbs by : Richard A. Spears
Download or read book McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Idoms and Phrasal Verbs written by Richard A. Spears and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2006-02-03 with total page 1100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn the language of Nebraska . . .and 49 other states With more entries than any other reference of its kind,McGraw-Hill’s Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs shows you how American English is spoken today. You will find commonly used phrasal verbs, idiomatic expressions, proverbial expressions, and clichés. The dictionary contains more than 24,000 entries, each defined and followed by one or two example sentences. It also includes a Phrase-Finder Index with more than 60,000 entries.
Download or read book How Idioms Work written by Yvonne Clarke and published by . This book was released on 2009-12-20 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How Idioms Work How Idioms Work is designed for adult learners of English who, despite a good grasp of English, find idiomatic language in their workplace or university confusing or incomprehensible. This fully photocopiable Resource Book provides clear, literal representations of high-frequency idioms chosen specifically for their lexical value in the world today. Ten eight-page sections comprise activity cards, definitions, reading consolidation (using semi-authentic newspaper articles) and revision activities. It also includes teacher tips and recommendations, 20 suggested activity types, an answer key and templates for devising furhter activity cards. How Idioms Work is ideal for complementing any skills-based lessons, as well as a general filler to add fun and variety to teaching. Each section of photocopiable pages is organized as follows: a summary of the idioms being covered illustrations of the idioms written idioms definitions of the idioms newspaper articles with idioms in use revision exercises and a talking point. Key Features High-frequency idioms chosen specifically for their lexical value in the workplace Vivid illustrations show literal representation of idioms for high impact and retention Ten six-page sections comprising: activity cards, definitions, reading consolidation using simulated newspaper articles, revision activities Twenty suggested activity types for exploiting materials Resource section containing further background information, answer keys, index and templates for devising more activity cards Ideal for complementing functional course books Ideal as both fun and purposeful filler activities Types of activity: picture match, find the definition, matching pairs, memory game, happy families, cloze, guess the idiom, bingo, mime, improvisation, real-life relate, anagrams, make a million, snap, pencil pictures, three in a row, right or wrong?, word chain, hit on a headline
Book Synopsis The Book of Idioms by : Annabelle Jenkins
Download or read book The Book of Idioms written by Annabelle Jenkins and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2015-10-14 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Book of Idioms is a simple easy to use guide for intermediate/upper intermediate students of English as a second language. Clear definitions and examples have been used to ensure that students understand the meanings of these complicated but essential parts of the English language. Many non natives of English lack the ability to understand and reproduce idiomatic language thus hindering them from sounding like the natives. Idioms are a distinctive feature of the English language and students should familiarize themselves with them in order to improve proficiency. With 'The Book of Idioms' not only will you begin to understand idiomatic language but you will also revise the English grammar.
Download or read book German Idioms written by Henry Strutz and published by Barrons Educational Series. This book was released on 2010-04-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than 2,000 German idioms are listed with their English language meanings in this updated edition. Each entry defines the idiom and presents an idiomatic phrase in a model sentence in both German and English. This pocket-size book makes a handy classroom supplement and a valuable traveler's companion. The book's clear vinyl jacket adds a measure of protection when it's carried around in travel situations.
Book Synopsis The Great Book of American Idioms by : Lingo Lingo Mastery
Download or read book The Great Book of American Idioms written by Lingo Lingo Mastery and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2019-10-13 with total page 229 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you feel that it's "like pulling teeth" when you want to learn new sayings? Would you like to be able to discover new American idioms and phrases that will make communication "a piece of cake"? Sure, you can learn English with a language course or a textbook just fine, and climb up the ranks in terms of your grasp of the language... but are you sure you can talk like a native? For starters, many expressions used by fluent speakers of English can't exactly be learned in a book, and it can be frustrating to realize that your formal learning hasn't been enough to teach you the way people talk in real life. Sometimes, it's all about having the right tools at your disposal... and this is where The Great Book of American Idioms comes in! Written to act as a powerful addition to your other English-learning resources, this book will allow you to: Discover over 1300 different idioms and sayings, covering hundreds of different subjects Learn the correct definition and usage of each expression, ensuring that you know exactly when you can say them out loud during a conversation Visualize examples of the sayings in common conversations, helping you understand their context Take advantage of important tips we provide you in the introduction and conclusion of the book, so that you can boost your learning and get a much better understanding of the English language. What are you waiting for? Over 1300 idioms and expressions are awaiting you! Don't miss out on learning why this "dark horse" will help you "see the big picture"!
Book Synopsis Easy Learning English Idioms by : Collins Dictionaries
Download or read book Easy Learning English Idioms written by Collins Dictionaries and published by Collins. This book was released on 2010 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Collins Easy Learning English Idioms leaves no stone unturned in its detailed exploration of common English idioms. Comprehensive and indispensable, this guide will help you make head or tail of contemporary English usage and become the cat's whiskers at communication. Providing a helpful and often fun guide to key English idioms, this reference also features explanations of use, real-world examples, usage guidance, and notes on where the idioms come from.
Book Synopsis English Idioms in Use Advanced with Answers by : Felicity O'Dell
Download or read book English Idioms in Use Advanced with Answers written by Felicity O'Dell and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2010-02-04 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: English Idioms in use Advanced is a vocabulary book for advanced level learners. It is primarily designed as a self-study reference and practice text but it can also be used for classroom work.
Book Synopsis Everyday Idioms 2 by : Ronald E. Feare
Download or read book Everyday Idioms 2 written by Ronald E. Feare and published by Pearson Education ESL. This book was released on 1996 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Everyday Idioms One and Two bring the challenge of learning typical American English expressions within any student's reach. Each book presents over 1,200 idioms within semantic categories.
Book Synopsis Oxford Dictionary of Idioms by : John Ayto
Download or read book Oxford Dictionary of Idioms written by John Ayto and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2020-06-18 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What is it to 'cock a snook', where is the land of Nod, and who was first to go the extra mile? Find the answers to these questions (and many more!) in the new edition of the Oxford Dictionary of Idioms. This dictionary uncovers the meanings of myriad phrases and sayings that are used daily in the English language, encompassing more than 10,000 figurative expressions, similes, sayings, and proverbs. More than 400 idioms have been added to this new edition, and comprise recently coined and common sayings alike. New additions include 'back of the net', 'drag and drop', 'go it alone', 'how come?', 'if you ask me', 'make your skin crawl', and 'woe betide'. Illustrative quotations sourced from the Oxford corpora give contextual examples of the idioms and their standard usage, and many entries include background information on the origins of the idiom in question. An updated thematic index makes for easy navigation, and anyone who is interested in the origins and diversity of English vernacular will have hours of fun browsing this fascinating dictionary.
Book Synopsis The Illustrated Histories of Everyday Expressions by : James McGuire
Download or read book The Illustrated Histories of Everyday Expressions written by James McGuire and published by Whalen Book Works. This book was released on 2019-01-28 with total page 73 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With 100+ full-page illustrations, The Illustrated Histories of Everyday Expressions introduces readers to the fascinating, humorous, and often unbelievable origin stories behind the English language’s most common sayings! Why do we bring home the bacon, instead of some other salty meat? Whose beans are we spilling, exactly? Why was that cat in the bag to begin with? Every day, English speaking people turn phrase after phrase, idiom after idiom, with no actual idea what they are saying! Sure, the meaning of these expressions has long been established, but rarely do we stop to think about where they come from. The Illustrated Histories of Everyday Expressions will profile 64 of the greatest idiom origin stories through simple text and captivating illustration. No longer will you wonder why getting a goat is so frustrating, or why hatters are so mad (and no, that one doesn’t come from Alice in Wonderland)! With The Illustrated Histories of Everyday Expressions, everyday phrases come to life! Inside this charming little hardcover volume, the illustrated idioms will be arranged chronologically, with the oldest expressions appearing first, working all the way up to the present day. Each entry will provide the saying’s definition and origin story, laid out cohesively within a funny and captivating illustration of the strange and wonderful long-forgotten story. Whalen Book Works is an independent book publishing company that combines top-notch design, unique formats, and fresh content to create truly innovative gift books. We bring together a talented team of writers, designers, illustrators, and artists in order to develop strong editorial content that brings a book to life!
