Description
102 ILLUSTRATED SAYINGS FOR EVERYONE
Book summary
An illustrated tour of over a hundred proverbs and expressions typical of the Catalan language. This book reveals the origin and meaning of set phrases such as "afluixar la mosca" (to loosen the fly/pay up) or "cremar-se les celles" (to burn one's eyebrows/study hard), offering the reader a clear and curious explanation for each one. Each saying is accompanied by a fun illustration that facilitates comprehension and memorization. A visual and accessible work for all audiences looking to get to know and naturally use the phraseological richness of Catalan.
What is it about?
The work explores the literal meaning and historical origin of 102 popular Catalan sayings. For each expression, the authors offer a detailed explanation that unveils how it arose and why it is used in the current context. For example, it explains that "afluixar la mosca" comes from some Barcelona coins with ornaments that resembled a swarm of flies, and that "cremar-se les celles" refers to the habit of reading at night by the light of candles or oil lamps. Each saying is accompanied by an illustration that playfully anticipates the expression or a part of its meaning, making the content more accessible and memorable.
Main themes
- Origin and evolution of Catalan proverbs and set phrases.
- Literal and figurative meaning of popular expressions.
- History and popular culture of the Catalan language.
- Illustration as a tool for linguistic comprehension.
Who is it recommended for?
- More than one hundred detailed explanations of the origin and meaning of Catalan sayings.
- Fun illustrations that facilitate the comprehension and retention of each expression.
- A visual and accessible format that makes the content enjoyable for all audiences.
- Practical knowledge to use sayings naturally and confidently in daily conversations.
- A playful approach to the phraseological richness of the Catalan language.
- Author: MATAS I ROS, ANNA M.; ANTOJA I MAS, JOAN; PAMIES
- Publisher: COSSETANIA
- Language: cat
- Topic: DICTIONARIES OF QUOTATIONS
- Collection: OTHERS
- Edition date: February 2025
- Number of pages: 232
- Weight: 300 g
Recommended for anyone interested in the Catalan language, from native speakers who want to deepen their knowledge to students or learners looking to better understand everyday expressions. It is also ideal for teachers, writers, and lovers of popular culture who want to discover the curiosities hidden behind the most deep-rooted sayings.
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Editorial assessment
An informative work that combines linguistic rigor with a visual and entertaining approach. The success of the illustrations and the clarity of the explanations make this book a useful tool both for those who want to learn and for those who wish to enjoy the richness of Catalan phraseology. Especially recommended for readers seeking accessible and well-illustrated cultural content.