American English for Beginners

Author: (USA) Totti
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Publish Date: 2005-03-01
Features: This is a highly comprehensive yet clear and easy-to-reference book. It includes all the content one might expect—such as discussions on vocabulary and pronunciation, etc. The book also dedicates chapters to discussing American culture, metaphors, greetings, and curse words. Useful websites are provided at the end of each chapter. This book serves as an excellent introductory textbook, guiding us to understand the mutual influence between American English and American society. It not only helps us grasp the linguistic details but also enables us to see how American language reflects American culture.
The book Introduction to American English explores the characteristics of American English against the backdrop of American history and social systems, comparing and contrasting British English and American English. The chapters cover spelling, pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary, discussing how language reflects the lifestyles of Americans and how new words are created. The scope also includes the use of language and politeness, regional dialects, social dialects, and ethnic dialects (e.g., African American English), as well as the language politics of the United States. Each chapter is accompanied by recommended reading lists and reference materials, including internet resources.
Introduction to American English is an ideal resource for non-native English speakers, undergraduate students studying American English, and teachers who use English as a second or foreign language.