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English as She Is Spoke,Used
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this book was intended as a PortugueseEnglish conversational guide or phrase book, but is regarded as a classic source of unintentional humour, as the given English translations are generally completely incoherent. The humour appears to be a result of dictionaryaided literal translation, which causes many idiomatic expressions to be translated wildly inappropriately. Mark Twain said of English as She Is Spoke that "Nobody can add to the absurdity of this book, nobody can imitate it successfully, nobody can hope to produce its fellow; it is perfect.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'English as She Is Spoke' about? A: 'English as She Is Spoke' is a humorous Portuguese-English phrase book known for its incoherent translations. It serves as a classic example of unintentional humor, resulting from literal translations that often misinterpret idiomatic expressions.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'English as She Is Spoke' is Jose De Fonseca, who originally intended the book as a conversational guide.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'English as She Is Spoke' contains 40 pages, making it a relatively short read.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is published in paperback binding, which is lightweight and flexible.
- Q: When was 'English as She Is Spoke' published? A: 'English as She Is Spoke' was published on December 13, 2011.
- Q: Is this book suitable for learning English? A: While 'English as She Is Spoke' was intended as a learning tool, its translations are humorously incorrect and may not be suitable for serious language learning.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: 'English as She Is Spoke' is categorized under Classics, due to its historical significance and enduring popularity.
- Q: What makes this book a classic? A: The book is considered a classic because of its unique blend of humor and the cultural insights it provides into language translation errors.
- Q: Can this book be a good gift? A: Yes, 'English as She Is Spoke' can be a great gift for language enthusiasts or anyone who appreciates humor in literature.
- Q: Are there any illustrations in the book? A: The book does not focus on illustrations; it primarily consists of text and translations.