Life in the United States: Language

Language in the US

Slang
Americans use all kinds of idioms, expressions, sayings and slang. Here are some sites to help you understand what people are saying.

This site offers a detailed list of expressions and idioms organized in different ways to help you find what you want: http://www.idioms.myjewelz.com/

Still can't understand? For specific individual slang words, try this site. The quiz format will help you understand and speak like a native: http://www.manythings.org/slang/slang2.html

Translation
If you need a translation try these free on-line translation services:

WorldLingo http://www.worldlingo.com/en/products_services/worldlingo_translator.html

Babel Fish http://babelfish.yahoo.com/

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