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The home of trusted German dictionaries for everyday language learning. An up-to-date easy-reference German to English and English to German Collins dictionary and a user-friendly grammar guide in one handy volume. A clear layout, cultural notes and an easy-to-use, revised grammar section make this the ideal German reference for intermediate learners. Designed for all intermediate learners of German, whether at school, at home, or for business. 90,000 references and 112,000 translations will help those learning German take their language skills to the next level. This edition offers extensive and relevant coverage of today's English and German, with thousands of phrases and examples guiding the user to the most appropriate translation. A comprehensive grammar guide presents detailed examples and translations to help users to understand German grammar – the perfect complement to the dictionary. The clear Collins typography gives the text a contemporary feel, and along with the new alphabet tabs, ensures that users find the information they need quickly and easily.

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The home of trusted English dictionaries and thesauruses for everyday language use. This new edition is part of the Collins Gem range – the world’s best-selling mini dictionaries and thesauruses. This new edition is fully up-to-date, with the newest words to enter the English language, with thousands of synonyms and antonyms. With thousands of alternative words, subject lists and a useful supplement, this edition of the Collins Gem English Thesaurus is ideal for everyday use in home, school and office. The handy little thesaurus gives you practical, applied knowledge in your pocket. It contains a wide selection of alternative words and opposites, with the most useful words highlighted for ease of reference. The clear layout also makes the content easily accessible. Includes a brand new supplement which tackles questions of style and etiquette thrown up by both traditional and modern forms of communication. From letters to social media updates, it offers guidance and examples. 128,000 synonyms and antonyms

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The home of trusted French dictionaries for everyday language learning. Perfect for revising French Grammar offering a clear and easy-to-understand guide to the verbs and grammar of French with hundreds of practical exercises. Designed for all those learning French at school, at work or at home. It provides easily accessible information in an attractively presented layout. Key grammatical points and hundreds of exercises are highlighted throughout the text as a means of reinforcement. In addition, a full glossary gives clear explanations of grammatical terminology. Provides beginners with all the regular verb forms and conjugations, and the most common tenses of irregular verbs are shown in full. Explains the essential points of French grammar using simple language throughout. Hundreds of exercises help you to practise each grammar point. Thousands of examples of real French illustrate clearly the grammatical points being made. Clear layout ensures that you find the information you need quickly and easily.

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A photographic guide to 3000 key words and phrases in Ukrainian with English translations. Фотографічний довідник близько 3000 опорних слів і фраз. This attractive pocket-sized book is a perfect English language companion and guide to life and culture in the British Isles for Ukrainian speakers. українською мовою з перекладом на аглійську мову. Ця приваблива кишенькова книжка є чудовим англомовним супутником і провідником в життя і культуру Британських островів для українськомовних людей. Everyday words are arranged in themes with carefully selected up-to-date images to illustrate key words. A helpful index allows you to find words quickly. Повсякденні слова упорядковані за темами з ретельно підібраними сучаними картинками для ілюстрації ключових слів. Корисний алфавітний покажчик дозволяє знайти слова швидко. 3,000 essential words and phrases for modern life in the UK are at your fingertips with topics covering food and drink, home life, work and school, shopping, sport and leisure, transport, health, and the environment. У Ваших руках 3000 важливих слів і фраз для сучасного життя у Великій Британії за темами, які охоплюють їжу та напої, домашнє життя, роботу та школу, відвідування магазину, спорт і вільний час, здоров'я та нвколишнє середовище. Great care has been given to represent modern British culture and enhance your experience of the UK and its people, including customs, celebrations, and festivals. Велика увага була приділена відображенню сучасної британської культури, щоб збільшити Ваш досвід стосовно Великобританії та її людей, включаючи традиції, святкування і фестивалі. Plus, you can download free English audio files to hear native speakers pronounce the word for each image and perfect your pronunciation, available from collinsdictionary.com/resources#visual До того ж, Ви можете безоплатно завантажити аудіофайли, щоб почути вимову слів англійською від носія мови до кожної картинки, щоб покращити свою вимову, доступно на сайті collinsdictionary.com/resources#visual

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“The Collins English Dictionary is a book to be treasured, no home should be without one”, The Times. The largest single-volume English dictionary in print celebrates the extraordinary breadth and changing nature of world English, with more than 732,000 words, meanings and phrases. Updated with the very latest new words and senses, this is an unparalleled resource for word lovers, word gamers and word geeks everywhere. It draws on Collins’ extensive language databases and covers many literary and rare words useful for crossword solvers and setters as well as Scrabble players. Ideal for use at work, at home and for study – new words, new meanings and new uses are tracked by Collins’ lexicographers who monitor language change around the world. This, along with suggestions from the public on the award-winning collinsdictionary.com, ensures Collins English Dictionary truly is the home of living language. More place names and biographical entries – with over 9,500 place names and 7,300 biographies you will find thousands of fascinating facts and figures at your fingertips. The latest edition is beautifully designed and printed, and now with a protective slipcase, and is surprisingly light and easy to hold. Designed for day-to-day use, with a clear layout and virtual thumb tabs, it is also available in flexible formats to suit every user – in print, as a Kindle dictionary and an iOS app.

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The home of trusted full-colour visual dictionaries for everyday use. A photographic guide to 3000 key words and phrases in British English. This attractive pocket-sized book is a perfect English language travel companion and guide to life and culture in the UK. Everyday words are arranged in themes with carefully selected up-to-date images to illustrate key words and phrases. A helpful index allows you to find words quickly as you learn. 3,000 essential words and phrases for modern life in the UK are at your fingertips with topics covering food and drink, home life, work and school, shopping, sport and leisure, transport, technology, and the environment. Great care has been given to represent modern British culture and enhance your experience of Britain and its people, including customs, celebrations, and festivals. Plus, you can download your free audio to hear native speakers pronounce the word for each image and get your pronunciation pitch perfect, available from collinsdictionary.com/resources#visual

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The home of trusted English dictionaries and thesauruses for everyday language use. All the words you need, every day: the perfect word reference for daily use with 300,000 synonyms and antonyms in a durable format. With practical usage notes, and a fantastic supplement, this is the ideal thesaurus to take your language use and knowledge further. Specially tailored to meet the needs of the user at home, school, or in the office, this thesaurus has all the words and alternatives the user might need, as well as a huge choice of opposites. The clear, accessible layout makes it easy to use and ensures users can find the language they need when they need it. This edition also includes a 16-page crossword-solving supplement.

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The home of trusted English dictionaries and thesauruses for everyday language use. The perfect dictionary reference for daily use, with 200,000 words and phrases in a durable format. Language notes help you choose the right word and the easy-to-use layout allows you to find what you’re looking for quickly. . Specially tailored to meet your needs at home, school, and in the office, offering comprehensive definitions and word tips to provide help with English usage. Find all the words and definitions you need, with coverage of the language we use every day. The clear layout ensures you can find the words you need quickly. Comes with an invaluable supplement on the most common mistakes and controversial issues in English.

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Bag the perfect GCSE dictionary this Back to School. The perfect dictionary reference with 200,000 words and phrases for daily use. Language usage notes help you choose the right word and the easy-to-use layout allows you to find what you’re looking for quickly and easily. Specially tailored to meet your needs at home, school, and in the office, offering comprehensive definitions and word tips to provide help with English usage. You will find all the words and definitions you need, with comprehensive coverage of the language we use every day. It also contains the latest words to enter the language. The clear layout ensures you can find the words you need quickly. This edition contains an invaluable supplement on the most common mistakes and controversial issues in English.

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The home of trusted English dictionaries and thesauruses for everyday language use. The perfect word reference for daily use with 300,000 synonyms and antonyms. Contains practical usage notes, and a fantastic crossword-solving supplement, this is the ideal thesaurus to take your language use and knowledge further. Specially tailored to meet the needs of the user at home, school, or in the office, with all the words and alternatives you might need, as well as a huge choice of opposites. The clear, accessible layout makes the thesaurus easy to use and ensures users can find the language they need when they need it.

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The home of trusted English dictionaries and thesauruses for everyday language use. The perfect word reference to broaden your knowledge of English, ideal for everyday use, at home, in the office or at school. Matching dictionary and thesaurus entries are shown together for easy reference, with synonyms clearly shown in shaded boxes. Presented in a durable hardback binding. Collins English Dictionary and Thesaurus combines a comprehensive dictionary with all the alternatives and opposites you need on the same page. The book is designed for easy use, with alphabet thumb tabs on every page and all entry words highlighted in bold type. This layout means that you can be sure to find all the information you need in the quickest time possible.

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The home of trusted Italian dictionaries for everyday language learning. A large-format English to Italian and Italian to English bilingual dictionary for serious students of Italian with up-to-date vocabulary and breadth of coverage. This is the perfect dictionary for everyone using Italian for their language studies. With more than 255,000 words, meanings and phrases and 230,000 translations. Includes the latest vocabulary from a wide range of fields, with special features about life and culture in Italy A clear, easy-to-read layout with special treatment of complex words ensures the user finds the right translation quickly and easily The extensive Language in Use supplement gives real-life examples of how Italian is used daily in a variety of contexts, including letters, emails and text messages Business and Finance supplement covers essential vocabulary for everyday business use

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The home of trusted full-colour visual dictionaries for everyday use. A photographic guide to the key words and phrases in Arabic. This attractive pocket-sized book is a perfect travel companion and provides a practical guide to the Arabic language, world and culture. Everyday words are arranged in themes with carefully selected up-to-date images to illustrate key words and phrases, and an English and Arabic index help you to find words quickly as you learn. 3,000 essential words and phrases for modern life in Arabic-speaking countries are at your fingertips with topics covering food and drink, home life, work and school, shopping, sport and leisure, transport, technology, and the environment. Great care has been given to represent modern Arabic culture and enhance your experience of the Arab world, including customs, celebrations, and festivals. Plus, download your free audio to hear native speakers pronounce the word for each image and get your pronunciation pitch perfect, available from collinsdictionary.com/resources#visual

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The home of trusted French dictionaries for everyday language learning. A handy and affordable French to English and English to French reference dictionary for every day, including short grammars of French and English. The clear layout allows for fast and easy access when you most need it. Ideal for use on the go, at home, in the office, classroom or on holiday. Over 40,000 words and phrases and 60,000 translations. Designed for all those studying French who need maximum information in a handy travel format. Offers comprehensive and up-to-the-minute coverage of French and English, with additional notes warning the user of those words which are easily confused. Delivers the accuracy and reliability you expect from the Collins name. With natural, idiomatic example phrases, in-depth treatment of the most important core vocabulary and help to find the exact translation you want.

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The must-have Back to School French dictionary for Year 7. This pocket-sized Collins French School Dictionary is the perfect French dictionary for secondary school students looking for a dictionary that is modern, up-to-date, clear and easy to use. Developed specifically for students, the Collins pocket French dictionary is ideal for use in the classroom, at home and for exams. With key curriculum words highlighted, all essential phrases covered, plus thousands of examples, this French student dictionary contains all the words and phrases students will need for the Key Stage 3 curriculum or GCSE exams. Main translations are underlined to help students find the answer they’re looking for while the clear layout and alphabet tabs down the side of each page lead to the information they need without fuss. Je suis, tu es…French verbs made easy! Each verb on the French side of the dictionary is included in a comprehensive 94-page verb guide, with full conjugations and example phrases showing how French is really used. Language tips and culture notes are included throughout this Collins English-French dictionary. The Collins Dictionaries for School are also available in Spanish (9780008257972) and German (9780008257989).

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The home of trusted Portuguese dictionaries for everyday language learning. A handy and affordable English to Portuguese and Portuguese to English dictionary with short grammars of Portuguese and English. The clear layout allows for fast and easy access when you need it. Ideal for use on the go, at home, in the office, classroom or on holiday. More than 40,000 words and phrases and 60,000 translations. Designed for all those studying Brazilian and European Portuguese who need maximum information in a handy travel format. Offers comprehensive and up-to-the-minute coverage of Portuguese and English, with additional notes warning the user of those words which are easily confused. Delivers the accuracy and reliability you expect from the Collins name. With natural, idiomatic example phrases, in-depth treatment of the most important core vocabulary and help to find the exact translation you want.

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The home of trusted Welsh dictionaries for everyday language use. A modern Welsh to English and English to Welsh Dictionary offering excellent coverage of today's Welsh language and usage. The clear layout makes it easy to use and its handy format and durability make it your ideal companion at home, school or on your travels. Suitable for use in schools. Features include: hundreds of new words added to ensure up-to-date coverage in both languages clear layout, ensuring that you can quickly find the information you need section on Welsh pronunciation to help learners to use Welsh correctly supplement with names, places, dates, time and numbers hard-wearing, portable format Designed to give students, business people and the general user alike all the words and information they need in a handy, take-anywhere format.

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The home of trusted Spanish dictionaries for everyday language learning. A modern Spanish Dictionary offering excellent coverage of today's Spanish language, culture and usage. The clear presentation makes it easy to use and its handy format and durability make it your ideal companion at home, school or on your travels. Features include: The most up-to-date words in both languages from a wide range of areas. Full GCSE coverage, to give students exam confidence An in-depth “Spanish in Focus” supplement containing information about Spanish language and culture to enhance your learning A "Spanish verb tables" supplement which features the most common irregular verbs and examples of verbs in use Whether you're on business, holiday or just learning Spanish at your own pace, this dictionary is designed to give you all the information you need in a handy yet robust format. It includes all the latest words as well as features you would expect from a Collins dictionary: an easy-to-read layout, special treatment of “key words”, notes about life in Spanish-speaking countries, and warnings on common errors and false friends. The “Spanish in Focus” supplement helps you to develop your knowledge and confidence in the language, with a section on common translation difficulties to be aware of. There is information on pronunciation and improving your fluency, as well as on how to use Spanish in different situations, like sending an email or making a phone call. The supplement also gives you an insight into Spanish life. 40,000 words and phrases, 60,000 translations

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The home of trusted Spanish dictionaries for everyday language learning. An up-to-date Spanish to English and English to Spanish dictionary with a practical, user-friendly grammar guide in one handy volume. With cultural notes on life in Spanish-speaking countries and an easy-to-use grammar section this is the ideal study guide for intermediate learners. Easy-to-carry, this fully updated guide to the Spanish language is ideal for use in school, on holiday or for business. This edition has been revised and updated to offer extensive and relevant coverage of today's English and Spanish, with thousands of phrases and examples guiding you to the most appropriate translation. A comprehensive grammar guide presents detailed examples and translations to help you to understand Spanish – the perfect complement to the dictionary. Full coverage of GCSE words and phrases to give you all the help you need when revising for your exams. The new, clear layout gives the text a modern feel, and along with the new alphabet tabs, ensures that you find the information you need quickly and easily.

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The home of trusted Irish dictionaries for everyday language use. An up-to-date, easy-reference Irish to English and English to Irish dictionary with a practical, fun supplement, ideal for learners of Irish. Designed for learners of Irish, whether you are learning at school or in an evening class. The entries cover everyday Irish (including all essential set expressions) so that you can be sure of having all the vocabulary you need. There is additional help in the form of a full guide to using the dictionary, essential grammar pages, a section on expressing yourself in Irish, and free extra study material online. With extensive language notes, this dictionary gives a solid foundation for Irish language learning. Easy to use: thousands of examples of real Irish show you exactly how translations are used. With no jargon or unclear symbols, this is the easiest Irish dictionary to use. Easy to read: clear layout takes you quickly to the words you want, with all Irish words, phrases and translations in blue, and all English text in black. Easy to remember: a fun guide to communicating and a handy grammar section help you use written and spoken Irish correctly.

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You will never be lost for words in your travels around Turkey again! Your ideal pocket-sized travel companion and the accompanying free ebook will ensure that you can say what you need in Turkish with ease and confidence. Reliable, portable and easy-to-use, this phrasebook is an indispensable travel companion as you deal with the situations that crop up every day on holiday; from finding a chic hotel, or hiring a car to explore the countryside, to choosing a local delicacy from the menu, and, of course, setting up your wifi. With helpful travel information and cultural tips, plus a 3000-word dictionary, make sure you don’t go anywhere without this little book – an essential guide to speaking and understanding Turkish when travelling in Turkey. Access your free ebook at collins.co.uk/ebooks. You will need to register to access your content, instructions can be found on this page.

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You will never be lost for words in your travels around Japan again! Your ideal pocket-sized travel companion and the accompanying free ebook will ensure that you can say what you need in Japanese with ease and confidence. Reliable, portable and easy-to-use, this phrasebook is an indispensable travel companion as you deal with the situations that crop up every day on holiday; from finding a chic hotel, or hiring a car to explore the countryside, to choosing a local delicacy from the menu, and, of course, setting up your wifi. With helpful travel information and cultural tips, plus a 3000-word dictionary, make sure you don’t go anywhere without this little book – an essential guide to speaking and understanding Japanese when travelling in Japan. Access your free ebook at collins.co.uk/ebooks. You will need to register to access your content, instructions can be found on this page.

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The home of trusted French dictionaries for everyday language learning. The Collins French Gem Verbs offers the learner of French extensive coverage of French verbs in a compact, portable format with a clear layout. Written for everyone who is learning French and is the ideal text for anyone who needs a wealth of reliable verb information in a portable format. Have confidence: offers full conjugations of 112 French verbs, both regular and irregular. Get it right: it also contains an alphabetical index of over 2,000 French verbs each cross-referred to its model verb. Get there fast: clear layout ensures that you can quickly find the information you need.

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The world's leading French to English and English to French bilingual dictionary.A joint collaboration between Collins and Le Robert, revised and updated to cover all the latest vocabulary in both languages perfect for professionals and advanced learners of French.With more than 310,000 words, meanings and phrases and 500,000 translations.This edition has been revised to include all the latest vocabulary in English and French from a wide range of fields, including new additions from the fields of the Internet, the environment and economics (e.g. instagrammable, rewilding, fintech, dialogueur, écovolontariat, cryptoactif)Culture boxes explain the origins of phrases from literature, film and popular culture to aid translation and improve your understanding of French language and cultureLong and complex entries benefit from a clear structure and layout, with key phrases, idioms and set grammatical structures highlightedAcclaimed Language in Use supplement contains hundreds of examples of

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The home of trusted Italian dictionaries for everyday language learning.An up-to-date, easy-to-use Italian to English and English to Italian Collins dictionary with practical, fun supplements, ideal for all learners of Italian, and especially those looking for exam success. Fully endorsed by the exam board Pearson Edexcel.Whether you are studying for exams, in an evening class, travelling for business or on holiday in Italy, this dictionary covers everyday Italian and English with key curriculum words highlighted to help with exam preparation.Clear and concise language notes provide information on common errors and confusable words, while handy notes explain cultural differences. Italian verbs are cross-referred to comprehensive tables, helping you find all the Italian verb forms you need. Combined with a text which is very easy to navigate.Visit collins.co.uk/languagesupport to access downloadable resources to help you practise and consolidate your language skills.

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The home of trusted Vietnamese dictionaries for everyday language learning. A handy and affordable Vietnamese to English and English to Vietnamese reference for every day, including short grammars of Vietnamese and English. Offers travellers and learners at home, school or in the office extensive and up-to-date coverage of Vietnamese and English in a portable format. 30,000 translations. Designed for all those studying Vietnamese and English, whether at school, for travel or for business. It is ideal for anyone who needs a wealth of reliable information in a handy, compact format. Offers comprehensive and up-to-the-minute coverage of Vietnamese and English. Delivers the accuracy and reliability you expect from the Collins name. With natural, idiomatic example phrases, in-depth treatment of the most important core vocabulary and help to find the exact translation you want.

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The must-have Back to School Spanish dictionary for Year 7. A pocket-sized Spanish to English and English to Spanish reference for secondary school students looking for a dictionary that is modern, up-to-date, clear and easy to use. Developed for home study, and to be used in the classroom. Especially designed for school students, and is ideal in the classroom, at home and during exams. It contains all the words and phrases students will need, with key curriculum words highlighted, all essential phrases covered, and thousands of examples to show how Spanish is really used. The clear layout and alphabet tabs down the side of each page lead the students to the information they need quickly and without fuss. All main translations are underlined to help users go straight to the answer they are looking for. The dictionary includes language tips and culture notes throughout the text. Soy, eres, es…Spanish verbs made easy! Each verb on the Spanish side of the dictionary is cross-referred to a comprehensive verb guide, with full conjugations and example phrases showing the verb used in context. Also available in French and German.

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The home of trusted Welsh dictionaries for everyday language use. A modern Welsh to English and English to Welsh Dictionary offering excellent coverage of today's Welsh language and usage. The clear layout makes it easy to use and its handy format and durability make it your ideal companion at home, school or on your travels. Suitable for use in schools. Designed for all those speaking and learning Welsh. It is the ideal dictionary for anyone who needs a wealth of reliable information in a handy format. Revised and updated with hundreds of new words and offers extensive coverage of today's English and Welsh. The supplement contains help with letter writing, CVs and emails, as well as useful phrases for a variety of situations. The clear typography gives the text a contemporary feel, and ensures that users find the information they need quickly and easily.

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The home of trusted Mandarin dictionaries for everyday language learning. A clear, modern Chinese to English and English to Chinese dictionary. The essential reference book for Chinese: an up-to-date dictionary and a user-friendly language supplement in one handy volume. Designed for learners of Chinese or English, from beginner up to university level, this is the ideal text for anyone who needs easy access to both a dictionary and a practical language supplement. Extensive coverage of today's English and Chinese, with thousands of phrases and examples guiding the user to the most appropriate translation. Help with the pronunciation of Chinese words, including Pinyin for all Chinese headwords, translations, phrases and examples. Pinyin is the official phonetic system for transcribing Chinese characters into the Roman alphabet, and is accepted in all Chinese-speaking countries. Includes both simplified and traditional Chinese characters. Simplified characters are generally used in mainland China and Singapore, while traditional characters are mainly used in Taiwan, Hong Kong and Macau. The Language in Action supplement offers practical help with everyday language for both Chinese and English. The radical index is a clear guide to looking up Chinese characters, helping the user to navigate the dictionary and find Chinese characters without knowing their pronunciation.

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The home of trusted Spanish dictionaries for everyday language learning. With 40,000 words and phrases and 60,000 translations packed into this Collins Gem Spanish to English and English to Spanish dictionary, you’ll have everything you need to know on the go. All the latest words reflecting changes in modern lifestyle are included in this small Spanish dictionary, plus notes about life in Spanish-speaking countries and top tips on commonly confused words. This is the perfect choice for travellers, students and business people. An essential, user-friendly travel Phrasefinder is included, along with a handy menu-reader ensuring you always get what you expect from a meal out. A clear layout, useful examples, and language and cultural notes makes this Collins Spanish Gem dictionary ideal for school and a great companion to GCSE Spanish. For more on Spanish language usage, the Collins Spanish Essential Dictionary (9780008270735) or the Spanish Pocket Dictionary (9780008183653) are available for purchase.

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The home of trusted English learner's dictionaries for everyday language learning. Collins Easy Learning English Spelling is suitable for anyone who wants to improve their spelling and write more accurately and impressively. By describing the important features of English spelling and rules to use, this book makes spelling easy. Using simple explanations and corpus examples, Collins Easy Learning English Spelling describes the patterns and rules you need to understand and predict how words are spelt in English. It also provides practical advice on learning words that are difficult to spell, and shows why some words can cause problems for even the most experienced users of English. With its alphabetical index of tricky words, along with useful tips for memorising these, Collins Easy Learning English Spelling is ideal for all users of English who want to become good spellers.

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A photographic guide to the key words and phrases in Vietnamese. This attractive pocket-sized book is a perfect travel companion and provides a practical guide to Vietnam and Vietnamese language and culture. Everyday words are arranged in themes with carefully selected up-to-date images to illustrate key words and phrases, and an English and Vietnamese index help you to find words quickly as you learn. 3,000 essential words and phrases for modern life in Vietnam are at your fingertips with topics covering food and drink, home life, work and school, shopping, sport and leisure, transport, technology, and the environment. Great care has been given to represent modern Vietnamese culture and enhance your experience of Vietnam, including customs, celebrations, and festivals. Plus, download your free audio to hear native speakers pronounce the word for each image and get your pronunciation pitch perfect, available from collinsdictionary.com/resources#visual

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A photographic guide to the key words and phrases in Thai. This attractive pocket-sized book is a perfect travel companion and provides a practical guide to Thailand and Thai language and culture. Everyday words are arranged in themes with carefully selected up-to-date images to illustrate key words and phrases, and an English and Thai index help you to find words quickly as you learn. 3,000 essential words and phrases for modern life in Thailand are at your fingertips with topics covering food and drink, home life, work and school, shopping, sport and leisure, transport, technology, and the environment. Great care has been given to represent modern Thai culture and enhance your experience of Thailand, including customs, celebrations, and festivals. Plus, download your free audio to hear native speakers pronounce the word for each image and get your pronunciation pitch perfect, available from collinsdictionary.com/resources#visual

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The home of trusted English dictionaries and thesauruses for school use. The perfect English reference for all students aged 11 and above. A combined dictionary and thesaurus, in the best-selling Gem format, it has been developed with teachers to be the perfect tool for both school work and homework. An invaluable two-in-one reference book in a handy, portable and durable format. Clear, straightforward definitions with matching thesaurus entries providing a generous choice of synonyms and antonyms. The “Get It Right” supplement addresses the main points in the 3 key curriculum areas of Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling.

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The home of trusted English dictionaries and thesauruses for school use. A fantastic mini school thesaurus for age 11 and above in the best-selling Gem format to help you find the right word every time. Written specially to help with school work and homework, you will find thousands of synonyms to increase vocabulary, with examples to show context for every synonym listed. This mini thesaurus has a useful supplement to provide help with finding the right word. Every entry has a definition, and each alternative word is followed by its own example, helping you decide which word is the most appropriate to use. The perfect companion to the new Collins Gem School Dictionary, and an indispensable tool for any secondary school student aged 11 and above. Using a thesaurus has never been easier!

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The home of trusted full-colour visual dictionaries for everyday use. A photographic guide to the key words and phrases in Japanese. This attractive pocket-sized book is a perfect travel companion and provides a practical guide to Japan and Japanese language and culture. Everyday words are arranged in themes with carefully selected up-to-date images to illustrate key words and phrases, and an English and Japanese index help you to find words quickly as you learn. 3,000 essential words and phrases for modern life in Japan are at your fingertips with topics covering food and drink, home life, work and school, shopping, sport and leisure, transport, technology, and the environment. Great care has been given to represent modern Japanese culture and enhance your experience of Japan and its people, including customs, celebrations, and festivals. Plus, download your free audio to hear native speakers pronounce the word for each image and get your pronunciation pitch perfect, available from collinsdictionary.com/resources#visual

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The home of trusted full-colour visual dictionaries for everyday use. A photographic guide to the key words and phrases in Spanish. This attractive pocket-sized book is a perfect travel companion and provides a practical guide to Spain and Spanish language and culture. Everyday words are arranged in themes with carefully selected up-to-date images to illustrate key words and phrases, and an English and Spanish index help you to find words quickly as you learn. 3,000 essential words and phrases for modern life in Spain are at your fingertips with topics covering food and drink, home life, work and school, shopping, sport and leisure, transport, technology, and the environment. Great care has been given to represent modern Spanish culture and enhance your experience of Spain and its people, including customs, celebrations, and festivals. Plus, download your free audio to hear native speakers pronounce the word for each image and get your pronunciation pitch perfect, available from collinsdictionary.com/resources#visual Collins and Quizlet have teamed up to bring you expert-created digital learning resources like pre-made flashcards, quizzes and games to help you master the vocabulary shown in Collins Spanish Visual Dictionary. Quickly learn the vocabulary with one of Quizlet's seven different study modes. Visit quizlet.info/collins-spanish to see why 50 million students and teachers use Quizlet each month.

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The home of trusted Arabic dictionaries for everyday language learning. A handy and affordable Arabic to English and English to Arabic dictionary including short grammars of Arabic and English. The clear layout allows for fast and easy access when you most need it. Ideal for use on the go, at home, in the office, classroom or on holiday. 24,000 translations. Designed for all those studying Arabic who need maximum information in a handy travel format. Offers comprehensive and up-to-the-minute coverage of Arabic and English, with additional notes warning the user of those words which are easily confused. Delivers the accuracy and reliability you expect from the Collins name. With natural, idiomatic example phrases, in-depth treatment of the most important core vocabulary and help to find the exact translation you want.

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The home of trusted Thai dictionaries for everyday language learning. A handy and affordable Thai to English and English to Thai reference for every day, including short grammars of Thai and English. Offers travellers and learners at home, school or in the office extensive and up-to-date coverage of Thai and English in a portable format. 23,000 translations. Designed for all those studying Thai and English, whether at school, for travel or for business. It is ideal for anyone who needs a wealth of reliable information in a handy, compact format. Offers comprehensive and up-to-the-minute coverage of Thai and English. Delivers the accuracy and reliability you expect from the Collins name. With natural, idiomatic example phrases, in-depth treatment of the most important core vocabulary and help to find the exact translation you want. All Thai words, phrases and translations are shown with their romanized transcription – ideal for beginners.

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The home of trusted Russian dictionaries for everyday language learning. A handy and affordable Russian to English and English to Russian reference for every day, including short grammars of Russian and English. The clear layout allows for fast and easy access when you most need it. Ideal for use on the go, at home, in the office, classroom or on your travels. Over 42,000 words and phrases and 60,000 translations. Designed for all those studying Russian who need maximum information in a handy travel format. Offers comprehensive and up-to-the-minute coverage of Russian and English, with additional notes warning the user of those words which are easily confused. Delivers the accuracy and reliability you expect from the Collins name. With natural, idiomatic example phrases, in-depth treatment of the most important core vocabulary and help to find the exact translation you want.

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The home of trusted Italian dictionaries for everyday language learning. An up-to-date easy-reference Italian to English and English to Italian Collins dictionary and a user-friendly grammar guide in one handy volume. A clear layout, cultural notes and an easy-to-use, revised grammar section make this the ideal Italian reference for intermediate learners. Designed for all intermediate learners of Italian, whether at school, at home, or for business. 90,000 references and 120,000 translations will help those learning Italian take their language skills to the next level. This edition has been revised and updated to offer extensive and relevant coverage of today's English and Italian with thousands of phrases and examples guiding the user to the most appropriate translation. A comprehensive grammar guide presents detailed examples and translations to help users to understand Italian grammar – the perfect complement to the dictionary. The clear Collins typography gives the text a contemporary feel, and along with the new alphabet tabs, ensures that users find the information they need quickly and easily.

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Bag the perfect A-Level German dictionary this Back to School. Comprehensive and authoritative, the ideal German to English and English to German bilingual dictionary for advanced students of German and professionals, this dictionary has been revised and updated to cover all the latest changes in both languages. Includes the latest vocabulary from a wide range of fields, including the Internet, computing and business. The dictionary also includes special entries on life and culture in German-speaking countries. To help you find the correct translation, long and complex entries are treated in depth and key phrases and set grammatical patterns are highlighted. The clear layout ensures that you find exactly what you need quickly and easily. Contains a comprehensive ‘Language in Use section’: a full guide to written and oral communication in German.

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The home of trusted French dictionaries for everyday language learning. Whether you’re on business, holiday or just learning French at your own pace, this Collins French to English and English to French Pocket Dictionary is designed to give you all the information you need in a handy, compact format. A modern French dictionary offering excellent coverage of today's French language, culture and usage, this dictionary has the most up-to-date words in both languages from a wide range of areas. An in-depth ‘French in Focus’ supplement contains information about French language and culture to enhance your learning, plus full GCSE coverage so students can use this French dictionary for GCSE exam success. A ‘French verb tables’ supplement features the most common irregular verbs and examples of verbs in use to help improve your fluency in different situations, such as sending an email or making a phone call. This pocket French dictionary includes 40,000 words and phrases, 60,000 translations and all the features you would expect from a Collins dictionary: an easy-to-read layout, special treatments of key words, notes about life in French-speaking countries and warnings on common errors and faux amis. For more on French language usage, the French Essential Dictionary (9780008270728) is also available.

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The home of trusted German dictionaries for everyday language learning. A modern German to English and English to German Dictionary offering excellent coverage of today's German language, culture and usage. The clear presentation makes it easy to use and its handy format and durability make it your ideal companion at home, school or on your travels. Features include: The most up-to-date words in both languages from a wide range of areas. Full GCSE coverage, to give students exam confidence An in-depth “German in Focus” supplement containing information about German language and culture to enhance your learning A "German verb tables" supplement which features the most common irregular verbs and examples of verbs in use Whether you're on business, holiday or just learning German at your own pace, this dictionary is designed to give you all the information you need in a handy yet robust format. It includes all the latest words as well as features you would expect from a Collins dictionary: an easy-to-read layout, special treatment of “key words”, notes about life in German-speaking countries, and warnings on common errors and false friends. The “German in Focus” supplement helps you to develop your knowledge and confidence in the language, with a section on common translation difficulties to be aware of. There is information on pronunciation and improving your fluency, as well as on how to use German in different situations, like sending an email or making a phone call. The supplement also gives you an insight into German life. 40,000 words and phrases, 60,000 translations

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The world’s leading Spanish to English and English to Spanish bilingual dictionary. The perfect resource for all advanced students of the Spanish and English languages. With more than 310,000 words, meanings and phrases and 442,000 translations. First published in 1971, the Collins Spanish Dictionary pioneered a new approach to bilingual dictionary publishing which continues to inspire millions of language users today. With wide-ranging coverage of contemporary Spanish and English, a wealth of examples and idioms, and a clear layout, this remains the ideal dictionary for advanced learners and professionals using Spanish. Up-to-date, with thousands of the latest words from a wide range of areas Thousands of examples and idioms, all based on evidence from a multimillion-word corpus of real Spanish and English Extensive notes on language, grammar and culture, to help the user with typical translation issues Coverage of European and Latin American Spanish Includes the acclaimed Language in Use supplement to help you communicate in natural, idiomatic Spanish

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The home of trusted Spanish dictionaries for everyday language learning. This book offers beginners a clear and easy-to-understand guide to the verbs and grammar of Spanish. Perfect for Spanish exams revision. Designed for all those learning Spanish at school, at work or at home. It provides easily accessible information in an attractively presented layout. Key grammatical points are highlighted throughout as a means of reinforcement. In addition, a full glossary gives clear explanations of grammatical terminology. This book also provides beginners with all the regular verb forms and conjugations, and the most common tenses of irregular verbs are shown in full. An index contains over 2,800 verbs which are cross-referred to their conjugation model. Explains the essential points of Spanish grammar using simple language throughout. Hundreds of examples of real Spanish illustrate clearly the grammatical points being made. Clear layout ensures that you find the information you need quickly and easily.

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The home of trusted Italian dictionaries for everyday language learning. With 40,000 words and phrases and 60,000 translations packed into this Collins Gem Italian to English and English to Italian dictionary, you’ll have everything you need to know on the go. All the latest words reflecting changes in modern lifestyle are included in this small Italian dictionary, plus notes about life in Italy and top tips on commonly confused words. This is the perfect choice for travellers, students and business people. An essential, user-friendly travel Phrasefinder is included, along with a handy menu-reader ensuring you always get what you expect from a meal out. A clear layout, useful examples, and language and cultural notes makes this Collins Italian Gem dictionary ideal for school and a great companion to GCSE Italian. For more on Italian language usage, the Collins Italian Essential Dictionary (9780008270759) or the Italian Pocket Dictionary (9780008183646) are available for purchase.

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