Spanish Salt, a Collection of All the Proverbs which are to be Found in Don Quixote
Author: Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra
Publisher:
Published: 1877
Total Pages: 142
ISBN-13:
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¡Dichos! The Wit and Whimsy of Spanish Sayings
Author: Joseph J. Keenan
Publisher: University of Texas Press
Published: 2019-02-19
Total Pages: 216
ISBN-13: 1477318186
DOWNLOAD EBOOKOne of the most challenging—and entertaining—aspects of learning another language is the idiom. Those quirky phrases, steeped in metaphor and colorful cultural references, enliven conversation and make your cross-cultural communication familiar, fun, and meaningful. ¡Dichos! (Sayings) brings us a vibrant compendium of both age-old and brand-new expressions from across Latin America, compiled by the language enthusiast whose Breaking Out of Beginner’s Spanish transformed thousands of readers’ interactions with the Spanish language. ¡Dichos! is divided into thematic sections covering topics ranging from games and relaxation to politics, macho men, and Mondays. Spanish speakers can also use the book to identify the spot-on/best slangy English equivalent for a Spanish-language idiom. Packed with gems like La barba me huele a tigre, y yo mismo me tengo miedo (My beard smells of tiger, and I’m even afraid of myself) and Para todo mal, mezcal; para todo bien, también (For everything bad, mezcal; for everything good, likewise), this book is the ultimate tool for taking your language skills to the next level as you navigate nuance with humor and linguistic agility.
Lo Que Mi Abuela Me Dijo/what My Grandmother Told Me
Author: Maria Paz Eleizegui Weir
Publisher: University of New Mexico Press
Published: 2016
Total Pages: 208
ISBN-13: 0826356346
DOWNLOAD EBOOKArranged by subjects, the dichos provide wisdom on topics such as childhood, work, strife, and love.
A Compleat Collection of English Proverbs
Author: John Ray
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Published: 1768
Total Pages: 586
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKSpanish Idioms in Practice
Author: Javier Muñoz-Basols
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 2013-09-11
Total Pages: 223
ISBN-13: 1136288554
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIdiomatic expressions are the ‘salt and pepper’ of any language. They give Spanish its colour and imagery, its richness and variety. From set phrases and idioms to metaphorical expressions and proverbs, these essential components allow users to add humour and spice to their language, vividly embodying Hispanic culture while naturalizing their communication style to more closely resemble that of native speakers. Key features: Includes a selection of the most widely used idioms from Spain and Latin America; Idioms are classified into specific and easy-to-reference categories; Creative activities, exercises, mnemonic devices and learning strategies facilitate the acquisition and mastery of idiomatic language; Connections between the Spanish language and Hispanic culture are explained and illustrated; Reference tables at the end of each section highlight similarities between English and Spanish usage of idiomatic language; Original samples, as well as fragments from various Spanish-speaking countries and well-known literary works, are included to help expose students to the use of idioms in journalistic and literary writing. Practical, informative and highly entertaining, this is the ideal text for all intermediate and advanced learners of Spanish.
Dichos Mexicanos
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Publisher:
Published: 1992
Total Pages: 104
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA bilingual text, Spanish and English, of more than 400 sayings.
A Dictionary of English and French Equivalent Proverbs
Author: Teodor Flonta
Publisher: DeProverbio.com
Published: 2011-10-29
Total Pages: 347
ISBN-13: 146590803X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis dictionary assembles 2,234 English proverbs and their French equivalents. Equivalent proverbs are those which express the same concept literally, such as “Love is blind” = “L’amour est aveugle” or with completely different words, such as “Every cloud has a silver lining” = “Dans toute chose il y a un bon côté.” The Dictionary is a very useful reference tool for scholars of the two languages, for researchers working in various associated fields such as linguistics, literature, folklore, anthropology, psychology, sociology, history, and for workers in newer areas such as advertising and contemporary media. The Dictionary is also of interest to diplomats and politicians who try to improve their communication by sharing ideas formulated in some common meaningful expressions; it will assist interpreters and translators, and teachers and students for whom it is important to understand not only what the target culture expresses in the same way as their own, but also what is formulated in a different way. The Dictionary is also of benefit to non-professionals who, for the sheer enjoyment of it, wish to savour the wisdom, wit, poetry and the colourful language of proverbs.
The Wisdom of Many
Author: Wolfgang Mieder
Publisher: Univ of Wisconsin Press
Published: 1994
Total Pages: 356
ISBN-13: 9780299143640
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA collection of 20 studies of proverbs first published in 1981 by Garland. Among the general topics are structure, oral transmission, and practical reasoning. Proverbs examined in detail include African, Yiddish, Shakespeare's, Chinese, Irish, and those used in advertising. Includes an addenda to the bibliography. No index. Paper edition (unseen), $19.95. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Speaking Phrases Boricua!
Author: Jared Romey
Publisher:
Published: 2006
Total Pages: 236
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDiscusses various phrases and sayings from Puerto Rico and gives their meanings and cultural use.
Dictionary of 1000 Spanish proverbs
Author: Peter Mertvago
Publisher:
Published: 1996
Total Pages: 164
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAn approximate or literal translation is provided. This wonderful reference collection offers students insight into both language and culture of Spain.
