Fancy a Cuppa? British Slang 101
Fancy a Cuppa? British Slang 101: The Hilarious Guide to British Slang
English | May 09, 2023 | ASIN: B0C4M59K6L | M4B@125 kbps | 2h 7m | 115.95 MB
Author: Jeff Watson
Narrator: David Lane Pusey
This book is the ultimate guide to British slang. An all-encompassing hilarious dictionary of everything that’s quintessentially British. A deep-dive into the most up to date and current slang spoken by Brits today.
You’ll discover:
What it means to feel “under the weather”, “gutted”, “knackered”, and dozens of other wacky expressions we Brits use to express how we’re feeling.
The must-know lingo for when your “down the pub with yer mates”. For example, what does “your round” mean? And no, they are not commenting on your weight.
How to talk about the most British topics: weather and tea!
A whole chapter dedicated to all the hilarious misinterpretations that always occur between British and American English.
Toilet talk, anatomy, and sex. Now you’ll finally be able to mention the crown jewels in their proper context!
The most English swear words on the planet. Whether “the dog’s bollocks” really refers to the very best, or the very worst, and how to effortlessly use it in conversation.
All the British TV and film you must watch before attempting any British slang from this book.
A bonus chapter containing a collection of over 100 rhyming cockney slang expressions! Uncover this fascinating way of speaking that relies only on rhyme and nonsensical humour.
Another bonus chapter on the most unusual British insults on the planet.
Plus, the entire book is jam-packed with fascinating facts and captivating trivia. You’ll uncover:
The unexpected true origin behind the well-known cliche idiom “it’s raining cats and dogs”.
All the curious connections between the British Navy and dozens of British slang terms.
The bizarre true origin of the word “Fanny”.
And much more!
