English for the World; Language and Culture Section

Author: Johnston (Johnston Dileri Borunda)
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Publish Date: 2005-03-01
Features: A uniquely crafted "picture conversation" interactive design! A highly practical conversation book for joyful travel! A practical American English manual to overcome language crises in overseas life! If you are interested in American English or are learning it, if you want to understand the differences between American and British English, if you want to make your English more refined and natural, if you want to better experience Western culture and society, if you want to study, work, or live in countries where American English is widely used, or if for any reason, "English for the world" is your wise choice!
"American English for the World: Language and Culture Edition" is divided into 11 basic chapters based on American culture, society, and life, plus two additional sections: "Phonetic Symbols of American English" and "British-American Word Conversion." However, the content of this book is not limited to these sections. It provides a comprehensive list of vocabulary with different usages in British and American English. At the beginning of each chapter, there is a key vocabulary list—some British idioms may have different meanings in American English. The book summarizes key American English usage, grammar, as well as background knowledge of American culture, society, and life. After each key point, the book also provides extensive practical details and tips. Additionally, the vocabulary list at the end of each chapter includes many other words you need to master, with their British English synonyms clearly noted. The arrow symbol → indicates that you can find more information on a certain page of the book, making it easier and faster to locate the content you need.
It is particularly worth mentioning that this book provides the most popular and widely used American English phonetic system today, with clear explanations and examples. Among all American English learning books on the market, this book uniquely compiles and organizes the most commonly used American and British English vocabulary, their American phonetic symbols, detailed Chinese translations, and subtle differences in usage between American and British English. It also carefully reminds you of special considerations when using certain words, tailored to the different situations in Western countries. The book is lively and engaging, with strong readability and practicality. With this book in hand, whether you are learning American English, interacting with American friends, or studying, working, or living in the United States, you will feel confident. But it is still necessary to remind you: never say to your American friend, "If you come to our country, you must come and see us," out of politeness. You may just mean it as a polite gesture, but Americans might actually do it!