Best Selling Books by Collins Dictionaries

"Comprehensive and compact with Pinyin given for all Madarin Chinese words ; Simplified and traditional Chinese characters provided. User-friendly radical index and phrasefinder supplement ..."--Back cover.

A portable, up-to-the-minute Italian dictionary. This latest edition comes with all the new words in Italian and English plus handy links to Italian verb tables, making it the perfect choice for travelers, students and business people. Features include: All the latest words in Italian and English Links to verb tables Ideal companion to GCSE Italian User-friendly Phrasefinder supplement for travellers, including a handy menu-reader section Clear, colour layout, useful examples, language and cultural notes All the latest words reflecting changes in modern lifestyle, plus an easy-to-read colour layout, special treatment of key words, notes about life in Italy and warnings on commonly confused words. The Phrasefinder section has been developed to give travellers on business, school and leisure trips all the essential phrases they need. The menu-reader section is a quick guide to the most common words and phrases you will find in Italian bars and restaurants, ensuring you always get what you expect from a meal out. 40,000 words and phrases, 60,000 translations Also available in the Collins Italian dictionary range are Collins Easy Learning Italian Dictionary and Collins Italian Dictionary & Grammar."

A handy 3-in-1 French study book: grammar, verbs and vocabulary in one volume, ideal for beginners who need a clear and easy-to-understand French reference and revision guide.

An easy-reference German to English and English to German dictionary with key GCSE curriculum words highlighted and a practical, fun supplement covering key vocabulary areas. It is the ideal dictionary for learners of German, and especially for those aiming for exam success. Fully endorsed by the exam board Pearson Edexcel. Designed for learners of German, whether you are studying for exams at school, in an evening class, for business or to go on holiday to Germany. Covering everyday German and English (including all essential set expressions) and key curriculum words are highlighted to help with exam preparation. Clear and concise language notes provide information on common errors and confusable words, while handy culture notes explain cultural differences. German verbs are cross-referred to comprehensive verb tables, helping you find all the German verb forms you need. Combined with a text which is colour-coded and very easy to navigate. Visit collins.co.uk/languagesupport to access downloadable resources to help you practise and consolidate your language skills.

A popular and informative guide to the Scots language in the best-selling Gem format. Contains words and phrases from both literary and everyday language, this is the perfect wee dictionary of Scots for native and non-native speakers alike. First published in 1995, the Collins Gem Scots Dictionary is by far the most popular guide to the language of today''s Scotland, with nearly 1800 everyday words and phrases from all over Scotland clearly explained and with lots of helpful examples of usage. Colour text makes this best-selling dictionary even more user-friendly. With its durable and eye-catching cover, this is a must for every bookshelf!

Collins Jamaican Student''s Dictionary has been specially developed in association with teachers in Jamaica to ensure it meets the needs of students in Jamaican schools. This dictionary - which is fully up to date - provides coverage of vocabulary from all curriculum subjects to ensure students have the language they need at their fingertips. It includes a Unique Survival Guide that provides essential guidance on key aspects in the CXC syllabus including errors commonly made in exams. It features tips on essay-writing, exams, grammar, letter & CV-writing and guidance on punctuation and common spelling mistakes, helping students write effectively with confidence. Additional features include entry words in colour for ease of use, detailed word histories and ''Word Tip'' usage notes. The social studies section provides essential information on the Caribbean and Jamaica with key facts and maps.

This new edition of Collins Gem English Thesaurus 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 color 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 color 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.

The home of trusted Irish dictionaries for everyday language use. Ideal for students looking for an up-to-date, clear Irish dictionary for everyday home and class use and for exams revision. This edition is specially designed for school students, and is ideal in the classroom and at home. * Fully updated to include all the words and phrases students will need, with the most frequent words highlighted, all essential phrases covered, and thousands of examples to show how Irish is really used. * The clear layout and alphabet tabs down the side of each page help students find 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. * Throughout the dictionary, clear and concise language tips provide help with difficult words and common grammatical errors. * Irish verbs, nouns and adjectives made easy! Each verb on the Irish side of the dictionary is cross-referred to a comprehensive verb guide, with full conjugations. Further information on the formation of verbal nouns and verbal adjectives is given after the verb number, where necessary. Each noun on the Irish side of the dictionary and each noun translation on the English side is cross-referred to a noun guide, with clear explanations of noun declension. There is also a section on Irish adjectives, with information on declension and comparison. * The clear, easy-to-use section on initial mutations explains how Irish words can change their spelling, usually based on the word that precedes them. * Also available in French, Spanish and German.

A modern 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. 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.

This book offers Irish learners a clear and easy-to-understand guide to Irish verbs to help in their exam revision.

Aimed at intermediate-level learners of English and above, this dictionary contains up-to-date information on all the words and phrases used in international business, in both American, Australian and British English.

Offering learners at home, school or in the office extensive and up-to-date coverage of Arabic and English in a compact, portable format.

The perfect reference dictionary for everyday use with over 290,000 words, phrases, and definitions and now updated with thousands of fascinating encyclopedic entries with key facts and dates, people and places. Ideal for use in the office, at home and for study, thousands of facts and figures lie at your fingertips. Practical writing support with hundreds of language tips for everyday use plus guidance on how to improve your writing. An ultra-clear layout and durable hardback format make this a user-friendly and robust dictionary for everyday use.

A photographic guide to 3000 key words and phrases in Ukrainian with English translations. Фотографічний довідник близько 3000 опорних слів і фраз.

A modern English dictionary with all the words, phrases and meanings you need for everyday use with a special reference section covering the key aspects of English grammar.

This modern, user-friendly dictionary gives priority to everyday vocabulary and the language of current affairs, business, computing and tourism, and, as in all Collins dictionaries, the emphasis is firmly placed on contemporary language and expressions -- Introduction.

An ideal introduction to A to Z dictionaries for children aged 4 and above. The definitions use simple, full sentences that reflect the child''s experience of the world, and the colourful illustrations help to make learning easy, memorable and fun. Collins First Dictionary offers help to children in learning the alphabet, English spelling, and the basic meanings of everyday words. With the alphabet at the edge of every page, and each letter a different colour, it is easy for children to learn how to recognise different letters, look up words and find out how to spell them. The illustrations make the dictionary look fun and appealing, making it easier for children to understand what words mean, while example sentences show how the words can be used. The simple grammatical labels provided introduce children to different types of English words. Simple, fun and easy-to-use, this is the perfect for any child''s first school dictionary.

Collins Mini Dictionary and Thesaurus offers three books in one - a combined dictionary and thesaurus, plus a useful spelling and punctuation supplement. Its handy size and up-to-date content make it an essential one-stop English reference source.

"Collins very first French dictionary is the perfect first French dictionary for young children. Its packed full of fun and useful everyday words with lots of colourful illustrations."--Back cover.

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The perfect language companion for all students aged 11+. With a clear and highly legible design throughout, it is easy to use and full of useful features to help build language confidence at school and help with homework and revision.

Collins Pocket Thai Dictionary offers learners extensive and up-to-date coverage of Thai and English in a portable format, with a handy supplement of essential grammar points for each language. This Thai dictionary is designed for all levels of language learner, whether at home, at school, or at work. It is the ideal text for anyone who needs a wealth of reliable information in a portable format. Collins Pocket Thai Dictionary contains all the everyday words and phrases used in today''s Thai and English that you will need to know. An easy-to-use and reliable dictionary. A two-way dictionary: Thai-English and English-Thai. A grammar supplement covers the essential grammar points for both languages. The clear user-friendly layout ensures that you can quickly find the information you need. All Thai words, phrases and translations are shown with their romanized transcription - ideal for beginners.

"An updated eighth edition of the Collins Spanish Concise Dictionary with comprehensive coverage of today’s language with more than 190,000 entries and translations. This new edition offers: Comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of all the words and phrases you need ; A clear easy-to-read layout and in-depth treatment of difficult words ; A Spanish grammar guide, ideal for intermediate learners"--

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.

The perfect reference for all students aged 10-14. 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.

El Collins Easy Learning Verbos Ingleses es una guía completa sobre los verbos ingleses, diseñada para los hablantes de castellano que estudian inglés, con claras explicaciones e infinidad de ejemplos ilustrativos.

This edition of Collins Mini English Dictionary, is fully up-to-date, including the most popular new words to enter the English language.

An ideal introduction to the world of words and dictionaries for children starting school aged 5 and above. The simple, full sentence definitions reflect the child''s experience of the world, and the colourful illustrations help make learning easy, memorable, and fun. This book offers children in learning the alphabet, English spelling, and the basic meanings of everyday words. With the alphabet at the edge of every page, and each letter a different colour, it is easy for children to learn how to recognise different letters, look up words and find out how to spell them. The illustrations make the dictionary fun and appealing, allowing children to understand what words mean, while example sentences show how the words can be used. The simple grammatical labels provided introduce children to different word groups. Simple, fun and easy-to-use, this is the perfect for any child s first school dictionary."

The home of trusted English dictionaries and thesauruses for school use. A fantastic mini school thesaurus for age 11 and above to help you find the right word every time. Now available as a handy and affordable Kindle thesaurus, to look up on your own Kindle device or Kindle app.

The home of trusted English dictionaries and thesauruses for everyday language use. The perfect word reference for daily use. Specially tailored to meet the needs of the user at home, school, or in the office, Collins English Dictionary and Thesaurus Essential offers all the words and alternatives you might need. Matching dictionary and thesaurus entries are shown together for easy reference, with synonyms clearly marked and matched with the pertinent sense of the word. Helpful example sentences provide context to understand words in actual use. With the built-in Search Index, you can use your e-reading app''s search to jump to the desired entry, and the clear layout ensures you can quickly grasp the information you need.