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Chilenismos-English/English-Chilenismos Dictionary & Phrasebook - (Hippocrene Dictionary & Phrasebooks) by Daniel Joelson (Paperback)

Name: Chilenismos-English/English-Chilenismos Dictionary & Phrasebook - (Hippocrene Dictionary & Phrasebooks) by Daniel Joelson (Paperback)
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SKU: 84950721
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Highlights

Chile is known for having created an enormous amount of distinct words and expressions.
Author(s): Daniel Joelson
185 Pages
Foreign Language Study, Miscellaneous
Series Name: Hippocrene Dictionary & Phrasebooks

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About the Book

Yhe 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.

Book Synopsis

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.

Specifications

Dimensions (Overall): 7.48 Inches (H) x 3.77 Inches (W) x .51 Inches (D)

Weight: .39 Pounds

Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up

Number of Pages: 185

Genre: Foreign Language Study

Sub-Genre: Miscellaneous

Series Title: Hippocrene Dictionary & Phrasebooks

Publisher: Hippocrene Books

Format: Paperback

Author: Daniel Joelson

Language: English

Street Date: May 1, 2005

TCIN: 84950721

UPC: 9780781810623

Item Number (DPCI): 247-35-6455

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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Estimated ship weight: 0.39 pounds

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Q: What language does the dictionary primarily translate from?

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A: The dictionary primarily translates Spanish terms and idioms from Chile into simple English.
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Q: What is the total number of pages in this book?

AI Shopping Assistant - 24 days ago

A: The book contains a total of 185 pages detailing Chilenismos and their meanings.
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Q: What unique features does this dictionary include?

AI Shopping Assistant - 24 days ago

A: The dictionary includes over 1,500 Chilenismos, their meanings, and explanations of Chilean speech patterns.
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