How Long to Read Dichos! The Wit and Whimsy of Spanish Sayings

How Long Does it Take to Read Dichos! The Wit and Whimsy of Spanish Sayings?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 31 minutes to read Dichos! The Wit and Whimsy of Spanish Sayings by Joseph J. Keenan

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

A language guide “exploring nearly 300 old and new expressions, proverbs and folk wisdom” from the author of Breaking Out of Beginner’s Spanish (The Eagle). One of the most challenging—and entertaining—aspects of learning another language is the idiom. Those quirky phrases, steeped in metaphor and colorful cultural references, enliven conversation and make your cross-cultural communication familiar, fun, and meaningful. ¡Dichos! (Sayings) brings us a vibrant compendium of both age-old and brand-new expressions from across Latin America, compiled by the language enthusiast whose Breaking Out of Beginner’s Spanish transformed thousands of readers’ interactions with the Spanish language. ¡Dichos! is divided into thematic sections covering topics ranging from games and relaxation to politics, macho men, and Mondays. Spanish speakers can also use the book to identify the spot-on/best slangy English equivalent for a Spanish-language idiom. Packed with gems like La barba me huele a tigre, y yo mismo me tengo miedo (My beard smells of tiger, and I’m even afraid of myself) and Para todo mal, mezcal; para todo bien, también (For everything bad, mezcal; for everything good, likewise), this book is the ultimate tool for taking your language skills to the next level as you navigate nuance with humor and linguistic agility.

How long is Dichos! The Wit and Whimsy of Spanish Sayings?

Dichos! The Wit and Whimsy of Spanish Sayings by Joseph J. Keenan is 147 pages long, and a total of 37,779 words.

This makes it 50% the length of the average book. It also has 46% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Dichos! The Wit and Whimsy of Spanish Sayings Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 26 minutes to read Dichos! The Wit and Whimsy of Spanish Sayings aloud.

What Reading Level is Dichos! The Wit and Whimsy of Spanish Sayings?

Dichos! The Wit and Whimsy of Spanish Sayings is suitable for students ages 10 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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