Collins Italian Dictionary

An up-to-date dictionary and a user-friendly grammar guide in one handy volume. A clear layout, cultural notes and an easy-to-use grammar section make this the ideal book for intermediate learners.

The most up-to-date, easy-to-use pocket dictionary available Clear color layout for maximum ease of use Keyword feature—extra help with translating the most essential vocabulary 40,000 references and more than 61,000 translations Practical language tips and helpful notes on common translation difficulties will enable you to become a more confident Italian speaker

A modern Italian Dictionary offering excellent coverage of today's Italian 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: * All the latest words in both languages, such as downloadable, Wi-Fi in English, and faccina, riscrivibile in Italian * Full GCSE coverage * An in-depth and up-to-date supplement with information about Italy, its people and its language to help you take your learning to the next level * Help with Italian verbs * Clear layout, useful examples, language and cultural notes Designed to give travellers, business people and the general user alike all the information they need in a portable, hard-wearing format. It includes all the latest words reflecting changes in modern lifestyle, as well as all the features you would expect from a Collins dictionary: special treatment of key words such as can, that, di, fare, notes about life in Italian-speaking countries and warnings on commonly confused words. An in-depth and up-to-date supplement helps you to develop your knowledge of Italian and your confidence in the language, with a section on common translation difficulties to guide you. There is information on pronunciation and improving your fluency, as well as the words and phrases you will need in different situations, like sending an email or making a phone call. The supplement also gives you an insight into Italy, its people and other Italian-speaking countries. Verb tables show all verb forms for the most common Italian verbs and give examples of how these are used.

Immerse yourself in this photographic guide to the key words and phrases in Italian. This attractive pocket-sized book is a perfect travel companion and provides a practical guide to Italian 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 Italian index help you to find words quickly as you learn. 3,000 essential words and phrases for modern life in Italy 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 Italian culture and enhance your experience of Italy 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.

The ideal dictionary for all students of Italian with up-to-date vocabulary and cultural notes on Italian life. For additional support the Language in Use and Banking & Finance sections provide extensive language coverage making this the ideal dictionary for everyone using Italian for business and study.