Blimey, I'm Knackered!: An American's Survival Guide to British English

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Bridge the US/UK language gap with this entertaining new lexicon. Any American who has ever visited the UK can report humorous or awkward interchanges in which communication broke down. Why? Because while the two countries share a common language, there are profound-and often confusing-differences in usage, colloquialisms, terminology, and slang. Blimey, I'm Knackered: An American's Survival Guide to British English to the rescue! This delightful compendium of terms, colloquialisms, acronyms, abbreviations, and slang by American scholar and longtime UK resident Marshall Hall is not only a fascinating and useful reference work, it's a delightful read for all who enjoy the evolution and vicissitudes of language and culture. Nineteen sections cover all aspects of life: Buildings and Structures Colloquialisms Different Names and Pronunciations British Slang Pejoratives, Insults, and Derision Driving and Transportation The Education System Cooking and Foods Geography and the Countryside Around the Home People, Professions, and Businesses Down the Pub Wardrobe In and Around London Place Names Politics, Titles and the "Realm" Anatomy and Naughty Bits Rhyming Slang Bits and Bobs Charming pen-and-ink illustrations by Mark Cowie add whimsy and humor to the text. A comprehensive index makes the book quick and easy to use.