Dirty Sign Language: Everyday Slang (Kindle Edition)
Everyday: Dirty Sign Language is an English-ASL phrasebook focused on slang, humorous insults, explicit terms, and swear words. This Kindle edition is positioned as a portable reference for informal signing, rather than a comprehensive ASL course.
At a glance
- Covers informal ASL phrases, including slang, insults, and explicit expressions.
- The listing describes it as a pocket-sized guide for learning on the go.
- Kindle edition includes screen reader support and enhanced typesetting.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Concentrates on informal expressions and profanity, a narrower angle than a general sign-language reference.
- At 164 pages, it is a compact phrasebook rather than a long-form textbook.
- Screen reader support is listed for the Kindle edition.
Cons
- Its deliberately explicit, often vulgar subject matter will not suit readers seeking neutral or classroom-oriented ASL material.
- It is presented as a phrasebook, not a comprehensive ASL learning resource.
Technical specifications
11 specifications| Publisher | Ulysses Press |
|---|---|
| Publication date | June 7, 2011 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 164 pages |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1569758366 |
| File size | 5.7 MB |
|---|---|
| Screen Reader | Supported |
| Enhanced typesetting | Enabled |
| X-Ray | Not Enabled |
| Word Wise | Enabled |
| Page Flip | Enabled |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
Customer feedback is divided on beginner suitability and the quality or usefulness of the signing content. Treat this slang-focused guide as supplemental material rather than a substitute for broader ASL instruction.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers looking for humorous or explicit ASL slang and insults.
- ASL learners who want an informal supplemental phrasebook.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a comprehensive ASL course or neutral everyday vocabulary.
- People who prefer learning material without profanity.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback describes the book as amusing, helpful, and easy to read, with appreciation for its everyday phrases. Reports are mixed on language quality and sign quality, whether it works for beginners, and whether it is worth the price. Given the book's explicitly slang-oriented scope, it may work better as an informal supplement than as a foundation for learning ASL.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the book as amusing and appreciate its everyday phrases.
- Some feedback finds it helpful and easy to read.
Mixed feedback
- Feedback is divided on the language and sign quality, beginner suitability, and value for money.
- Some customers object to how much of the language is very nasty.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of phrases does this book cover?
The listing describes slang, funny insults, explicit terms, and swear words in an English-ASL phrasebook.
Is this a comprehensive ASL course?
No. It is presented as a slang-focused phrasebook, so buyers wanting broader instruction should look for a more comprehensive ASL resource.
Is the Kindle edition screen-reader compatible?
The listing states that screen reader support is available. Enhanced typesetting and Page Flip are also listed as enabled.
Is the content appropriate for classroom or family use?
The book explicitly covers insults, explicit terms, and swear words, so its subject matter may not suit those settings.
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