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Forget the old rote method, learn Chinese characters the fun and accessible way! Chinese characters are the oldest continuously used writing system in the world, and also one of the most complicated. Chinese Characters Made Easy presents the 1,000 most common characters and applies mnemonics to associate each character with a visual and verbal clue-making memorization easy. By associating a character's meaning to a simple sketch that quickly identifies the character, learners develop an addit...

Learn more than 10,000 of the most useful words and phrases in English with this beautifully illustrated dictionary for English-language students.     Building on the success of the English for Everyone program and DK’s Bilingual Visual Dictionary series, English for Everyone: Illustrated English Dictionary uses crystal-clear illustrations to show the meaning of over 10,000 words of English vocabulary. The words are shown in a visual context in themed sections covering practical or everyday...

Learn Thai language basics quickly with this essential book! Reading & Writing Thai is the perfect way to kick off your language learning journey. It teaches you to pronounce, read, and write all the complicated Thai sounds, including consonants, vowels, diphthongs, and tones. The book is specifically designed for beginners with no previous experience in studying or speaking the language. This easy-to-use workbook explains how to write and pronounce each consonant and vowel correctly. It show...

Knowing about 9000 words will give you the ability to read with minimal use of dictionaries. You will be able not only to express your thoughts while conversing, but also to choose exactly the right expressions. With a little practice, and by viewing Czech films, you will be proud of yourself because your level of Czech will improve to the point where you can say, "Czech? Of course, I know it." Helps you learn and memorize Czech words. Perfect for self-study and reviewing. Divided into 256 topic...

This is a learner's Polish vocabulary, which can help you gain a good basic knowledge of the Polish language. Its 3000 words will help you understand and compose simple phrases and will be useful during a trip abroad. Simple transcriptions will help you memorize reading rules. Having learned 70% of the words contained in the vocabulary, you will be able to say, "I speak a little Polish!". Helps you learn and memorize Polish words. Contains over 3000 commonly used words. The vocabulary has 101 to...

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, t...

Whether full-time students, business people, or casual readers, all have felt the need for a compact, up-to-date, practical kanji dictionary. Something that would fit into a shoulder bag or briefcase, could be taken to class, or would sit unobtrusively on a desktop. Kodansha's Essential Kanji Dictionary is precisely that dictionary, designed specifically to meet the needs of the modern man and woman. It includes all of the 1,945 Joyo Kanji, the core kanji recommended by the Japanese Minist...

In addition to an entirely new layout and typography for both the dictionary text and the guide to French grammar, the text has been fully updated to include all the latest vocabulary. A new feature of this revised edition are the highlighted entries offering cultural and encyclopedic information on key aspects of life in France. Now updated for the millennium, this new edition of the French School Dictionary and Grammar is an invaluable companion to anyone involved in French language studies.

This Finnish vocabulary of 5000 words will help you understand simple texts. It will make you more confident in conversation. Combined with a grammar course, it will help you compose many phrases correctly. When watching Finnish films, you will hear more and more familiar words. You will attain the "I can speak Finnish" level. Helps you learn and memorize Finnish words. Perfect for self-study and reviewing. Contains over 5000 commonly used words. Divided into 155 topics. Simple transcriptions of...

The Berlitz Dutch Phrase Book & CD is ideal for people visiting Dutch-speaking countries. In addition to all the phrases users really need to express themselves in Dutch, the Phrase Book offers a wealth of useful cultural tips. With its pocket-sized format and user-friendly design, the Dutch Phrase Book & CD enables users to find what they want, when they want it. The book also provides simplified phonetics to ensure that users can pronounce the Dutch words and phrases correctly, and the CD is i...

With unique features for maximum clarity and convenience, this newly expanded edition of a respected classic offers students, teachers, and scholars alike an updated reference to the Latin language—both written and oral—that is unsurpassed in affordability, dependability, and ease of use.

Make learning Italian fun and easy with this bilingual visual dictionary. Whether you are learning the language for pleasure or for work this comprehensive dictionary is the ideal partner for you. Italian-English Bilingual Visual Dictionary comes with more than 10,000 illustrated terms that are arranged by themes and situations, making learning easy. Whether you are out grocery shopping or find yourself in the middle of an official meeting, this handy guide will always be at your side.The book i...

Learning Mandarin Chinese has never been this easy. This trusty travel companion features comprehensive definitions and colorful images of daily life, helping you appreciate the nuances of the language and master pronunciation. Keep the Mandarin Chinese-English Bilingual Dictionary by your side as you shop, eat, socialize, travel, and work. With more than 10,000 fully illustrated terms arranged by theme and an easy-to-use audio app guiding you, learning and retaining key terms is simple. Insi...

With The Kodansha Kanji Learner’s Dictionary: Revised and Expanded, learners finally have at their fingertips accurate and in-depth information on all the kanji prescribed by the Japanese government. In all, 3,002 characters — 772 more than in the first edition — fill its pages, making it the most comprehensive and up-to-date dictionary of its kind. The main goal of the dictionary is to give the learner instant access to a wealth of useful information on kanji, including their meanin...

The Larousse Dictionary of Modern Spanish includes:Over 50,000 entries and 100,000 definitionsSuccinct yet complete definitions written in contemporary languageClear examples of the relationship between different parts of speech Words in general usage as well as scientific and other specialized terminologyParticular emphasis on expressions characteristic of the peoples of Latin America