English as she is spoke; or, a jest in sober earnest by Fonseca and Carolino

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Author Fonseca, José da, 1788-1866
Author Carolino, Pedro
Title English as she is spoke; or, a jest in sober earnest
Note Reading ease score: 85.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Produced by Doran Gaston
Summary "English as she is spoke; or, a jest in sober earnest" by Fonseca and Carolino is an instructional guide intended for Portuguese speakers learning English, published in the late 19th century. This book falls within the genre of language learning and features a humorous take on the translation and phrase construction involved in mastering a foreign language. The primary topic explores the funny and often incorrect English phrases that result from literal translations, showcasing the challenges and comical outcomes that arise for non-native speakers. The content of the book features a compilation of vocabulary lists, dialogues, and idiomatic expressions, all presented in a way that highlights the absurdities of poor translation. The authors have included various sections that describe daily interactions and common scenarios, replete with hilariously erroneous English phrases. For example, phrases such as "He burns one's self the brains" and "Help to a little most the better yours terms" illustrate the comedic misunderstandings that can occur. Through its structure, the book parodies the language learning process, inviting readers to both learn and laugh at the same time, while inadvertently revealing cultural and linguistic nuances in the pursuit of fluency. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
Subject Errors and blunders, Literary
Subject English language -- Conversation and phrase books -- Portuguese
Category Text
EBook-No. 30411
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 5, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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