The Vocabulary of World English (The English Language Series)
By Stephan Gramley.
Description
The Vocabulary of World English presents an absorbing study of how the use of words and their meaning vary within the many varieties of English spoken worldwide. Intended for anyone interested in English vocabulary, but assuming no previous knowledge of linguistics, this introductory book pursues four different objectives. Through the use of real examples taken from a wide range of areas, the book explores the vocabulary of basic semantic fields ranging from Life and Living Things to Entertainment, Sports and Games. At the same time, special attention is paid to words used in a number of di...
ISBN(s)
034074071X, 9780340740712
