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Books > Language & Literature > Literary & linguistic reference works > Dictionaries > Bilingual dictionaries
Cantonese is an official language of Hong Kong and Macau, and the
dominant dialect of Chinese spoken in the province of Guangdong.
Spoken by nearly 60 million people worldwide, it is understood by
much of the Chinese diaspora population across the world and rivals
Mandarin as the lingua franca of south China and ethnic Chinese
living abroad. Unique among all the Chinese dialects, Cantonese
also has a writing system that is distinct from Mandarin Chinese
and makes use of characters generally not understood by
non-Cantonese speakers. Contains 4,000 dictionary entries, and each
entry includes Cantonese characters and intuitive phonetics. Also
provides concise grammar and pronunciation sections.
2013 Reprint of 1888/1889 Edition. Exact facsimile of the original
edition, not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software.
Published by Oxford University Press, this remains a central
reference work for all scholars of ancient Greek authors and texts
discovered up to 1889, from the 11th century BC to the Byzantine
Period. The early Greek of authors such as Homer and Hesiod,
Classical Greek, and the Greek Old and New Testaments are included.
Each entry lists not only the definition of a word, but also its
irregular inflections, and quotations from a full range of authors
and sources to demonstrate usage. This reference work is
indispensable for biblical and classical studies alike and is
probably the world's most comprehensive and authoritative
dictionary of ancient Greek. This edition, first published in 1888
is based on the Seventh Edition 1883] of Liddell and Scott's
"Greek-English Lexicon."
German Visual Dictionary A visual way to learn German It's a
fact--seeing something helps us remember it. This handy guide helps
you build your German vocabulary with full-color pictures that
illustrate the words. You'll be able to communicate with native
speakers faster as you learn and remember more words and their
meanings. The book is organized by themes such as transportation,
accommodations, restaurants and eating, sports, emergencies,
shopping, and more, making it especially useful for travelers.
Boost your learning speed today! Inside Navigate a city Handle
money like a local Master short conversations Be prepared for
emergencies
The most useful terms and phrases in Japanese--right at your
fingertips (no Internet connection required) When you need a word
in Japanese, you just have to look it up on the Net or use an app,
right? Not really. While these resources are handy for quick
look-up, you're only getting a meaning and no more. Get more out of
your Japanese language resource with Everyday Japanese Dictionary!
This dictionary emphasizes the benefits that print can most
effectively provide--a resource that encourages study rather than
simply a look-up tool. Everyday Japanese Dictionary focuses on
high-frequency vocabulary and contains a special supplement of
everyday conversational phrases: greetings, small talk, general
pleasantries, introductions, agreeing, disagreeing, disputes,
launching a conversation, concluding a conversation, and farewells.
An color insert of commonplace vocabulary illustrates home, town,
and work terms.
Each Oxford Beginner's Bilingual Dictionary is designed to offer
English speaking adult learners a comprehensive, straightforward
introduction to foreign languages, covering all the vocabulary
needed for the first years of study, along with notes on grammar
and usage and guidance on the culture where the language is spoken.
These easy-to-use references break from standard dictionary design.
Clear entries with examples showing how the language works in
context make it quick and simple to find the translation you're
looking for, and the bold, color layout makes the dictionary easy
to navigate, allowing you to get to grips with the language fast.
All main translations are preceded by an equals sign so that they
are instantly identifiable, and all parts of the entry are spelled
out in full, avoiding confusing jargon and abbreviations. Grammar
and usage notes throughout the text warn of possible translation
pitfalls, and thousands of example phrases show how the language is
used in real life.
At the center of each dictionary is a section devoted to useful
information on the country, countries, or regions where the
language is spoken. This includes background on lifestyles and
culture, tips on etiquette and interaction, and a phrasefinder that
provides handy phrases for use when traveling abroad. The
dictionary also includes a section on core vocabulary--all the
words you absolutely must know at a beginner's level, whether you
are a student, traveler, or business person.
The Oxford Beginner's Bilingual Dictionary is the perfect tool for
adult language learners who need basic vocabulary at their
fingertips fast.
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