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Yes, English is the dominant language on Earth, but the potential for linguistic misunderstanding, confusion, embarrassment, and inadvertent offense is high for speakers of American English travelling abroad. This guide can show how to minimize all that (and possibly keep you from being one more "Ugly American"). Click the title link for more information/book review.
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Do's and Taboos of Using English Around the World
by Roger E. Axtell
"Aimed at speakers of American English, Axtell's book can assist business travelers, tourists, and students who want English from over here to communicate correctly with English as spoken over there--whether that's as a first, second, or third language.
He presents glossaries for translating English English, Australian English, and New Zealand English into American English. Tips for using American English beyond our shores include avoiding slang, jargon, and acronyms; enunciating clearly without any "gonnas" or "shuddas" ; and being especially careful when numbers are involved. He suggests that numbers be repeated or written out to avoid any misunderstandings that might arise from differing interpretations.
His goal of creating "global communicators" stems from 30 years of living and traveling abroad for the Parker Pen Company. Having seen the disastrous results of misspoken English firsthand, Axtell offers anecdotes to stress the need for speakers to know the meaning of what they're saying where they're saying it.
Written in a chatty style, this is an ideal book to read while flying over international borders". ~Jennifer Henderson
