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    English Slang, the American Way: A Fun Guide to Slang, Idioms and Useful Expressions for English Learners
    English Slang, the American Way: A Fun Guide to Slang, Idioms and Useful Expressions for English Learners
    English Slang, the American Way: A Fun Guide to Slang, Idioms and Useful Expressions for English Learners
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    English Slang, the American Way: A Fun Guide to Slang, Idioms and Useful Expressions for English Learners

    By Jackie Bolen

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    Express yourself with American English slang expressions, phrases and idioms.

    Find out how to speak and understand English slang like a pro! These are the slang words and expressions used by Native English speakers in the USA and Canada, on TV and in movies. Get your copy of English Slang, the American Way to improve your English quickly and easily. 

    Pick up a copy of the book today if you want to...

    • Learn some new English slang expressions and phrases
    • Have a variety of authentic dialogues at your fingertips
    • Improve your American English
    • Speak English fluently and confidently
    • Have some fun while learning English
    • Improve your TOEFL, TOEIC, or IELTS score


    Jackie Bolen has 20 years of experience teaching ESL/EFL to students in South Korea and Canada. She has written dialogues filled with helpful sentences, expressions, and phrases in American English, plus each section has some practice opportunities to make what you've learned more memorable. 

    Speak more fluently and gain some confidence with this book. Besides the common English phrases and expressions, there are dialogues so that you can see how the language is used.

    Get your copy of the book, filled with English slang expressions for real life today. English Slang, the American Way by Jackie Bolen will help you stay motivated while consistently improving your English skills.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherJackie Bolen
    Release dateAug 21, 2024
    ISBN9798227201331
    English Slang, the American Way: A Fun Guide to Slang, Idioms and Useful Expressions for English Learners

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      English Slang, the American Way - Jackie Bolen

      About the Author: Jackie Bolen

      I taught English in South Korea for 10 years to every level and type of student. I've taught every age from kindergarten kids to adults. These days, I'm teaching in Vancouver, Canada.

      I hold a Master of Arts in Psychology and I've completed the CELTA and DELTA certification programs.

      YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/jackiebolen

      Pinterest: www.pinterest.ca/eslspeaking

      Email: [email protected]

      You may also want to check out these other resources by Jackie Bolen. It's easy to find them wherever you like to buy books.

      −  Advanced English Conversation Dialogues

      −  The Big Book of Phrasal Verbs in Use

      −  English Vocabulary Masterclass for TOEFL, TOEIC, IELTS, and CELPIP

      Introduction to American English Slang

      Welcome to this book designed to help you expand your knowledge of slang in American English. My goal is to help you speak and write more fluently.

      Let's face it, English can be difficult to master, even for the best students. In this book, you'll find dialogues that are ideal for intermediate-level students.

      The best way to learn new vocabulary is in context.

      To get the most bang for your buck, be sure to do the following:

      −  Review frequently.

      −  Try to use some of the phrases and expressions in real life.

      −  Don't be nervous about making mistakes. That's how you'll get better at English!

      −  Consider studying with a friend for extra motivation. 

      −  Use a notebook and write down new words, idioms, expressions, etc. that you run across. Review frequently so that they stay fresh in your mind.

      −  Be sure to answer the questions at the end of each dialogue. I recommend trying to do this from memory. No peeking!

      −  I recommend doing one dialogue a day. This will be more beneficial than finishing the entire book in a week or two.

      Let's Get Tacos

      Jake and Tom are talking about going out for some tacos.

      Jake: Yo, what's up?

      Tom: Not much, just chillin'. You?

      Jake: Same here. I was gonna hit up that new taco joint downtown. You down?

      Tom: For sure! Heard their tacos are amazing. Let me grab my wallet real quick.

      Jake: No worries. We can take my ride.

      Tom: Sweet! I need to snag some cash from the ATM first, though.

      Jake: Okay. We should bounce soon before it gets too busy.

      Tom: Let’s go!

      Vocabulary

      yo: A casual way to say hi or hello.

      What's up?: A way to ask someone how they are or what they are doing.

      chillin': Relaxing or doing nothing special.

      hit up: To go to or visit a place.

      You down?: Are you interested, or do you want to join?

      no worries: It's okay, or don't worry about it.

      ride: A car or vehicle.

      snag: To get or grab something.

      bounce: To leave or go somewhere else.

      Comprehension Questions

      What does Jake ask Tom at the beginning of the conversation?

      How does Tom describe what he's doing?

      What place does Jake suggest they go to?

      How does Tom respond when Jake asks if he wants to go to the taco joint?

      What does Tom need to do before they leave?

      How does Jake suggest they travel to the taco joint?

      Why does Jake say they should bounce soon?

      Answers

      Jake asks, What's up?

      Tom describes what he's doing as just chillin'.

      Jake suggests they go to a new taco joint downtown.

      Tom responds by saying, For sure! and mentions that he's heard their tacos are amazing.

      Tom needs to grab his wallet and get some cash from the ATM before they leave.

      Jake

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