Numbers are basically international, but languages use them in surprisingly different ways. English and Swedish each have their own culture of numbers, with sometimes obvious, sometimes subtle differences. These can produce misunderstanding, confusion, irritation, or even laughter if expressions are transferred verbatim between the two languages. This book unearths scores of distinctions between Swedish and English – and between American and British usage – in the realm of numbers. There is an ample, illustrated section on basic terminology for describing graphs in English and several pages of highlighted authentic examples of numbers in use, taken from American, British, and Canadian publications. Intended primarily as a reference guide, Using Numbers in English offers practical advice to learners and speakers of English at virtually all levels, from beginner to native. It is thoroughly...
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