Pardon My Spanish!: The Mildly Informal to the Downright Offensive (Spanish Edition)

Is that a dictionary in your pocket or are you just glad to see me? Unabashed, unprudish and just plain rude, Pardon my Spanish! contains the sauciest Spanish and English in a little book you can take anywhere. More than just a list of 'rude words', it shows exactly how to use idioms and slang to spice up your conversations. With Pardon My Spanish! in your pocket, you can be sure your holidays on the Costas will never be the same again. This pocket-sized Spanish slang dictionary gives thorough treatment of the most common words and phrases in current use. An unabashed, unprudish collection of non-standard language from the colloquial to the vulgar, it features thousands of examples that show how terms are used in context. More than just a list of 'rude words', the dictionary shows how these words function in racy and colourful idiomatic speech.; Thousands of examples; Skilfully chosen translations that reflect all the colour and meaning of the Spanish; Dozens of helpful notes to explain interesting usage points; Attractive mo