Chilenismos-English/English-Chilenismos Dictionary & Phrasebook
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Chilenismos-English/English-Chilenismos Dictionary & Phrasebook by Daniel Joelson
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, knows and '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 or to live in Chile. It is also a valuable tool for the Chilean expatriate, who can be transported back to his home country and reminded of how rich and entertaining chilenismos are.
Daniel Joelson spent five years living in Chile, unearthing its stories and hidden secrets. These discoveries have appeared in publications ranging from The San Francisco Chronicle to Latin Trade. Joelson is also author of Chilenismos Dictionary & Phrasebook (Hippocrene Books, 2005). He resides in Arlington, Virginia.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780781810623 |
| ISBN 10 | 0781810620 |
| Title | Chilenismos-English/English-Chilenismos Dictionary & Phrasebook |
| Author | Daniel Joelson |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Hippocrene Books Inc.,U.S. |
| Year published | 2005-05-19 |
| Number of pages | 185 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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