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A handy guide to the meanings and origins of the many foreign phrases we use every day. English as we know it today is enriched with many borrowings and influences from other languages. Aficionado, chutzpah, pro bono, hoi polloi, ketchup, nous, zeitgeist - we use these foreign words every day without thinking of their origins, but what do they actually mean? And just how and why did we English speakers absorb such exotic imports? Each phrase has a fascinating history; colonialism, foreign trade, invasion and immigration all have their role to play in the evolution of our language. Did you know, for example, that 'lingua franca' is Italian for 'Frankish language' - a name given to a mixed common language used by diplomats of different nationalities in medieval times? Or that the seemingly modern 'bandana' comes from the Sanskrit for the ancient Indian technique of tie-dying fabric? A Certain Je Ne Sais Quoi is an accessible and entertaining treasury of information that 'connoisseurs' (French) of the English language will love!

The Fundamentals of Typography (Second Edition) introduce the fundamental principles of typographic theory and practice. It covers a wide range of subjects, including the history of typography, typographic detailing and the use of creative typography across a range of media. Packed with clear explanations, expanded illustrations and historical and contemporary examples from leading practitioners around the world. The second edition includes considerable new and revised content from the authors, including new case studies and student A Certain je ne Sais Quoi: Words We Pinched from Other Languages download epub exercises. From "New York Times" bestselling author Suzanne Brockmann comes a thrilling tale of romance and suspense, filled with all the surprise, passion, and mystery of a new love. Supporting students with: A wide range of stimulating and up-to-date topics - Self-contained lessons which can be taught in any order - Task analysis activities to encourage self-evaluation and better - understanding of key language - Extensive grammar, vocabulary and exam practice activities - Strategies for approaching exam task types.

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Author: Chloe Rhodes
Number of Pages: 176 pages
Published Date: 01 Apr 2017
Publisher: Michael O'Mara Books Ltd
Publication Country: London, United Kingdom
Language: English
ISBN: 9781782434320
Download Link: Click Here
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