Author: Thomas Nugent
Publisher:
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Languages : en
Pages : 476

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Publisher: Cassell's
ISBN:
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 686

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Over fifty thousand entries provide French and English equivalents, and include technical, as well as, conversational words and phrases.

Author: Randle Cotgrave
Publisher:
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 840

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Author: Merriam-Webster, Inc
Publisher: Merriam-Webster
ISBN: 9780877791669
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 934

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A French-English dictionary with French-Canadian terms and essential French vocabulary.

Author: DK
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
ISBN: 0241350514
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 128

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Featuring over 2,000 common words, this is the ideal first Spanish dictionary for kids just starting out on their language learning journey. Each Spanish word is supported by a photo, encouraging visual learning, and a pronunciation, so that children aged 6 and up can get to grips with Spanish. First Spanish Dictionary includes subjects relevant to children, such as school, pets, and sports. Learn how to say la cocina, los hobbys, and de compras and understand their meanings with a handy vocabulary section and plenty of pictures. First Spanish Dictionary is essential for parents and teachers who are keen to teach kids Spanish as a second language. Sections covered: All about Me, Clothes, Home and Garden, City Life, In the Park, Hobbies, Food, Shopping, Animals, Nature, Beach, School, Sports, Colours and Shapes, Opposites, and Weather. Previous ISBN 9781405311229

Author: James Grieve
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1134779763
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 548

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Connecting words and phrases are essential for discussion, clarity and fluency in any language. French is particularly reliant on connecting language: also and in fact have around 15 equivalent words and expressions in French. This is the first French-English dictionary to focus on this fascinating and crucial part of the language. The dictionary presents nearly 200 full entries in alphabetical order, including: de plus; et ce; or; c'est dire que; en fait; au total; voila. Entries define, discuss and exemplify the whole range of connecting language in French. 2000 examples add further clarity and are chosen from a wide range of registers and mainly contemporary prose.

Author: Michael Mould
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1000200000
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 622

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Now in its second edition, The Routledge Dictionary of Cultural References in Modern French reveals the hidden cultural dimension of contemporary French, as used in the press, going beyond the limited and purely lexical approach of traditional bilingual dictionaries. Even foreign learners of French who possess a good level of French often have difficulty in fully understanding French articles, not because of any linguistic shortcomings on their part but because of their inadequate knowledge of the cultural references. This cultural dictionary of French provides the reader with clear and concise explanations of the crucial cultural dimension behind the most frequently used words and phrases found in the contemporary French press. This vital background information, gathered here in this innovative and entertaining dictionary, will allow readers to go beyond a superficial understanding of the French press and the French language in general to see the hidden yet implied cultural significance that is so transparent to the native speaker. This fully revised second edition includes: a broad range of cultural references from the historical and literary to the popular and classical; an enhanced analysis of punning mechanisms used in the press; over 3,000 cultural references explained with updated examples; a three-level indicator of frequency; new and expanded chapters on the French of Quebec, institutional and academic references, and English borrowings in the areas of IT and medical science; over 600 online questions to test knowledge before and after reading. The Routledge Dictionary of Cultural References in Modern French is the ideal reference for all undergraduate and postgraduate students of French seeking to enhance their understanding of the French language. It will also be of interest to teachers, translators and Francophiles alike. French students in khâgne, Sciences-Po and schools of journalism will also find this book valuable and relevant for their studies. Test questions and solutions are available at www.routledge.com/9780367376758, in addition to three online chapters. These bonus chapters explore figurative expressions involving the names of animals, the language of the law and slang terms.

Author: Mostusedwords
Publisher: Mostusedwords.com
ISBN: 9789492637086
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 266

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The Core Vocabulary of French With this book, you will learn French fast and efficiently: This book contains practical vocabulary for both spoken and written French. Intended for beginners and intermediate students, this book covers vocabulary roughly from CEFR A1 (complete beginner) to B1 (somewhat proficient). Each entry in this book contains: - English translation(s) - French to English example sentences - phonetic spelling - detailed Part of Speech information. Why Study By Frequency?: Not all words are created equal. Some words are used more than other, and are thus more valuable to know. The secret to becoming fluent fast in a language, is by learning the right vocabulary. Studies have shown that the most used 2.500 words account for 92% of all spoken French, and 82% of all written French text. How Much Vocabulary Do You Need To Know? While it's important to note it's impossible to pin down these numbers and statistics with 100% accuracy, these are a global average of multiple sources. According to scientific research, this is the amount of vocabulary needed for varying levels of fluency: - 250 words: the essential core of a language. Without these words, you cannot construct sentences. - 750 words: those that are used every single day by every person who speaks the language. - 2500 words: those that should enable you to express everything you could possibly want to say, although some creativity might be required. - 5000 words: the active vocabulary of native speakers without higher education. You will understand 95% of all written texts. - 10,000 words: the active vocabulary of native speakers with higher education. - 20,000 words: the amount you need to recognize passively in order to read, understand, and enjoy a work of literature such as a novel by a notable author. Keeping above facts in mind, the value of a frequency dictionary is immense. What is Inside This Book? A frequency list of the most frequently used French words, based on analysis of 20 gigabytes of French subtitles, the equivalent of 80.000 books of 200 pages each; more than two large libraries worth of text. A large base text collection is absolutely vital in order to establish a reliable general frequency list. Subtitles have the advantage of corresponding both to written and spoken language. This makes subtitles the best method for creating a useful and practical word frequency list. This French to English frequency dictionary can roughly be divided in three parts. - 2.500 French words in ranked by general frequency - Frequency ranking by part of speech (E.G, The most used adjectives, nouns, verbs, etc) - 2.500 French words in alphabetical order French pronunciation can be tricky. To help pronounce French words correctly, we added phonetic transcriptions of French words. The phonetic spelling of words is done by the use of the International Phonetic Alphabet. Summary The French Frequency Dictionary - Essential Vocabulary gives you a practical word list to learn French vocabulary. Study the most used words to rapidly gain a base vocabulary in French. These high frequency words are a great tool for beginners and intermediate students of French. The frequency dictionary can be used as a stand-alone tool, or in combination with any other language learning program, app or book. This book roughly covers CEFR vocabulary ratings from A1 (absolute beginner) to B1 (somewhat proficient). Invest this book, and invest in yourself. You will amaze yourself, and your friends and family by how fast you're progressing in your journey of speaking French.

Author: Alexander Spiers
Publisher:
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Category : English language
Languages : en
Pages :

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Author: Alexander Spiers
Publisher:
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Category : English language
Languages : en
Pages : 858

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