Slang Rules! - Libro en Inglés

Slang Rules! – Orin Hargraves

Learners of English often find that textbooks teach them correct, formal language, but leave them confused when they hear the way people actually speak in movies, on television, on social media or in everyday conversation. Slang Rules! by lexicographer Orin Hargraves is designed to fill that gap.

Hargraves, who has worked on major English dictionaries, offers learners a practical guide to understanding and using informal English. The book explains what slang is, how it develops and why people use it, and shows how slang varies between groups, regions and situations. It introduces a wide range of common informal words and expressions grouped by theme, such as people and relationships, emotions, money, food, work, school and entertainment, with clear definitions and examples of how they are used.

Importantly, the book also helps learners understand when slang is appropriate and when it is not, explaining the differences between casual, neutral and formal language, and highlighting expressions that may be considered rude or offensive. Exercises and notes on usage help readers check their understanding and build confidence.

Clear, engaging and often fun, the book makes informal English accessible and helps learners sound more natural and understand native speakers more easily.

Slang Rules! is a useful resource for intermediate and advanced learners of English, teachers and anyone who wants to better understand everyday spoken English. Readers should note that slang changes quickly, so some expressions may have evolved since publication.