The Oxford Spanish Dictionary And Grammar

This new edition of the Oxford Spanish Dictionary and Grammar offers: A major new edition of the dictionary with a new layout and design Over 100,000 words, phrases, and translations in the dictionary provide extensive coverage with up-to-the-minute vocabulary Frequently-used words, the building blocks to learning the language, are given a special layout with usage notes throughout the dictionary New warning symbols throughout make slang and informal words and expressions instantly identifiable Also includes tables of irregular Spanish verbs In addition, there is a comprehensive and easy-to-use guide to Spanish Grammar offering: clear explanations of modern Spanish usage and grammar, including coverage of Latin American Spanish; sections on word order, punctuation, and prepositions; extra help on translation problems and pronunciation traps; and an extensive glossary and full index This title replaces ISBN 0-19-860079-8 Contents List

This revolutionary and user-friendly new dictionary will help absolute beginners gain a clear understanding of Spanish grammar and usage.

The Oxford Spanish Desk Dictionary is drawn from the highly acclaimed Oxford Spanish Dictionary and is more comprehensive, authoritative, and up-to-date than any other dictionary of comparable size. With over 90,000 words and phrases and 130,000 translations, this revised second edition retains all of the superb features of its esteemed parent volume in an affordable, compact, and easy-to-use format. Packed with extra features, The Oxford Spanish Desk Dictionary offers a brand new grammar supplement that provides information on all of the important and essential rules of Spanish grammar. In addition to a guide to grammatical terms, this intermediate level dictionary includes extra letters, emails, postcards, and CV's, as well as a useful A-Z guide to Spanish life and culture. For travelers, professionals, business people, and students of either language, The Spanish Desk Dictionary is the ideal resource and belongs in all suitcases, briefcases, and backpacks.

4,000 words and phrases are organized thematically within 163 topics. Includes English to Spanish translations of vocabulary throughout, and an extensive index in Spanish at the back of the book. A fully integrated vocabulary development program in American English, progressing from essential words to the more complex, delivered in short thematic units. Realistic scenarios and modern artwork are easy to relate to and these, together with story pages and practice exercises, have been applauded for their success in promoting critical thinking skills. Content is fully supported by a range of components (in English only) - including Workbooks, Classroom Activities, Audio and website.

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 Oxford Mini School French Dictionary is the perfect bilingual dictionary for pupils learning French. The two sides of the dictionary are clearly divided into French-English and English-French, with an essential verb table list in the centre. The headwords are carefully selected to suitbeginners, and particular attention is given to computing, word-processing, and ICT terms. In line with syllabus requirements, there is a special section dedicated to vocabulary and phrases on French life and culture. The simple layout, the alphabet down the side of each page, and the large clearprint will help pupils navigate around the dictionary and take them straight to the translation they are looking for. This dictionary comes in a handy mini-size format with a durable vinyl cover.

Offers definitions of more than 90,000 English and Spanish words and phrases, along with information on grammar, Spanish- and English-speaking countries, and sample letters and other communications.

With over 45,000 words and phrases, and 70,000 translations, this is the most comprehensive and authoritative Spanish minidictionary available today. Ideal for students, this up-to-date bilingual dictionary is especially designed to meet the needs of both English and Spanish speakers in the 1990s. In addition to wide-ranging and current coverage of the vocabulary of everyday life, the dictionary is packed with example sentences and idiomatic phrases showing words in use, and includes the core vocabulary of Latin American Spanish, common abbreviations, and irregular plurals and past tenses. Pronunciation is made simple with the standard international phonetic alphabet, which guides the user through even the most idiosyncratic words. Small enough for pocket, purse, or backpack, the Oxford Spanish Minidictionary is a must for anyone learning this important language at home or aboad.