Little Book of Funny Foreign Phrases

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1001 one-liners and short jokes
A01=Sid Finch
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book for English student
book for languages student
british slang
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classic swear words
english idioms
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Product details

  • ISBN 9781837995493
  • Weight: 114g
  • Dimensions: 104 x 148mm
  • Publication Date: 10 Apr 2025
  • Publisher: Octopus Publishing Group
  • Publication City/Country: GB
  • Product Form: Paperback
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Ever been stuck for a phrase that sums up exactly how you feel? These hilarious foreign expressions have got you covered in every scenario!

From when you're shitting and walking (estou cagando e andando - you couldn't care less), to times you're emitting smoke from every orifice (窍生烟 [qī qiào shēng yān] - you're really angry), there are certain situations that English words just can't describe. This little book is complete with the weird and wonderful foreign phrases you need to express yourself fully.

With a variety of sayings from around the world, this entertaining compilation will equip you to insult your friends, proclaim your feelings and speak your mind in new and creative ways.

Discover expressions like:

- Att glida in pa en rakmacka (Swedish): To slide in on a shrimp sandwich - When someone has had everything easy in life
- Tomaten auf den augen haben (German): You have tomatoes on your eyes - You're not seeing what everyone else sees
- Sauter du coq a l'ane (French): To jump from the rooster to the donkey - To illogically jump between conversation topics

And many more!

Sid Finch lives in London and enjoys a bit of cheeky banter and a pint of good beer (or any beer).

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