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Marking the 30th anniversary of the first edition''s publication, this new edition is updated with the latest terms to enter the English language. Comprehensive and authoritative, this reference also offers outstanding coverage of world, regional, and dialect English, generating a rich source of words for all language lovers. Featuring a wide range of biographical entries, this study also lists usage notes—giving advice on using the right word in the right place—and thousands of etymologies tracing the roots of modern English. A clear, two-color page design helps to make this dictionary accessible and easy to use, and the new virtual thumb tab makes it even simpler to find the entry you are looking for. The dictionary includes a supplement on words on the cusp of entering the language, an extended essay on how English has changed in the last 30 years, and predictions for the next 30 years. All definitions, examples, idioms, and usage notes are based on the Collins Corpus—the unrivaled and constantly updated 2.5 billion-word database of today''s English—making it the definitive reference source.

The 3rd edition of the Collins COBUILD American Learner''s Dictionary is packed with features for intermediate-level students who want to build their vocabulary and increase their fluency in English. It is particularly suitable for students who are studying at English-medium schools. The dictionary is ideal for intermediate-level learners of American English. With full-sentence definitions written in simple, natural English, this dictionary is easy to use and understand. The examples, taken from the 4.5-billion-word Collins Corpus, show learners how the words are really used in authentic contexts. This dictionary covers all the essential words, phrases, and idioms that students at this level need to master in order to speak and write effective American English. It also includes a wide range of curriculum terms for students whose first language is not English, but who are studying other subjects at school through the medium of English. A wide range of vocabulary-building features, many of them with full-colour illustrations, encourage students to learn new words and improve their fluency. The dictionary also includes a Visual Thesaurus, which provides alternatives to the 50 most over-used words in English; an Activity Guide, which helps students learn dictionary skills; a Grammar reference which explains key points in English grammar; a Writer''s Handbook, which provides guidance on spelling, punctuation, letter-writing and CVs; and a Speaker''s Handbook, which includes advice on the best set phrases to use in key situations. The Collins COBUILD American Learner''s Dictionary contains invaluable guidance on the English language and is the complete reference tool for learners of English.

Hundreds of words to learn and remember Collins Work on your Vocabulary - Pre-Intermediate (A2) is a new practice book that covers the key vocabulary needed by learners of English at Pre-Intermediate level (CEF level A2). This book is an essential resource for learners who want to improve their English vocabulary. Each of the 30 units presents vocabulary relating to a particular topic using clear language and examples. This is followed by practice exercises to ensure the learner will remember and be able to use what they have learnt with confidence in their written and spoken English. The vocabulary covered in Collins Work on your Vocabulary - .Pre-Intermediate (A2) has been carefully selected based on Collins Corpus research and the experience of our language experts. As a result, this book provides plenty of useful practice with authentic, up-to-date examples of language usage in context. A carefully structured layout and simple illustrations make sure the language is always clear and the book is easy to navigate. Collins Work on your Vocabulary - Pre-Intermediate (A2) is ideal for self-study or for use in the classroom, and is an essential resource for students and teachers. * Focuses on the vocabulary required at Pre-Intermediate level (CEF level A2) * Thirty units with clear presentation material followed by practice exercises * Authentic examples of real English, taken from the Collins Corpus * Includes line drawings which illustrate key concepts * Clear structure and presentation of language * Plenty of room to write in * Full answer key included * Ideal for self-study or for use in the classroom.

The 2nd edition of the Collins COBUILD American Basic Dictionary is the ideal dictionary for elementary-level learners of American English. Up-to-date, easy-to-use and fully illustrated, the dictionary is particularly suitable for students who are studying at English-medium schools. The Collins COBUILD American Basic Dictionary covers all the essential words and phrases that students at this level need to master. The full-sentence definitions are written using simple language and the examples, taken from the 4.5-billion-word Collins Corpus, show learners how English is really used. It also includes a wide range of curriculum terms for students whose first language is not English, but who are studying other subjects at school through the medium of English. Packed full of engaging vocabulary-building features, the dictionary encourages students to learn new words and improve their fluency. The features help learners to explore the language for themselves, giving them the tools they need to decode new words and texts and to become confident learners and speakers of English. ''Spelling Partners'' show students words that are spelt the same but have different meanings; ''Sound Partners'' show students words that sound alike but have different meanings. ''Word World'' and ''Picture Dictionary'' features illustrate topic-specific vocabulary and ''Word Partners'' highlight common collocations (words that frequently appear together). Finally, ''Word Builders'' and ''Usage'' notes teach students how words are formed, what they mean and how to use words in the correct contexts. With hundreds of images illustrating key terms, the Collins COBUILD American Basic Dictionary is the ideal reference tool for elementary learners of American English.

Collins COBUILD International Business English Dictionary is the ideal reference for anybody who uses English for business. It contains all the words and phrases you need to succeed in today s business word and to communicate with confidence in every situation. Collins COBUILD International Business English Dictionary contains up-to-date information on all the words and phrases used in international business, in both American and British English. As well as key business terms, the dictionary also contains a number of general English terms, which will help you to communicate in all situations, whether in a business meeting or socializing with colleagues. More than just a dictionary, this helpful language tool also includes tips on some of the cultural pitfalls to watch out for when doing business overseas. Language boxes throughout the dictionary provide extra help with building natural-sounding sentences in English. In addition, there is a supplement on useful phrases for business, plus an explanation of the most common business euphemisms and what they really mean. The title also includes a guide to writing for business, to help you to communicate successfully in a range of business situations. The dictionary is practical and easy to understand, with simple definitions and corpus examples of real English taken from the Collins Business Corpus. Its size makes it portable, and the clear, accessible colour layout makes it easy to find the information you are looking for quickly."

In order to help us to understand the world, we measure and record an enormous amount of information. This book covers units used both in everyday life and in scientific subjects, complete with explanations, conversion equations and conversion tables.

This new edition of the Collins COBUILD American Advanced Dictionary offers up-to-date coverage of today''s English in a clear, attractive format.

This new edition of the Collins COBUILD Phrasal Verbs Dictionary offers comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of the most important phrasal verbs in English.

An authoritative overview of global facts, statistics, and issues is accompanied by a full-color atlas that includes major geographic and man-made features, geographical glossaries, key political and social issues for each area, cross-references and Internet links, and a detailed index of place names.

This general reference atlas features highly detailed maps giving balanced worldwide coverage, beautifully illustrated thematic pages and thousands of facts and statistics including world and continental ranking tables.

Hundreds of exercises to get you to the next level.

Collins COBUILD Key Words for Mechanical Engineering is a brand-new vocabulary book aimed at anyone who wants to study or work in the field of mechanical engineering. The title contains the 500 most important words and phrases you will need to succeed and includes practice material to make sure you really learn them.

COLLINS COBUILD KEY WORDS FOR FINANCE is a brand-new vocabulary book aimed at anyone who wants to study or work in the finance industry. The title contains the 500 most important words and phrases you will need to succeed and includes practice material to make sure you really learn them. This title has been specially created for foreign learners of English who want to improve their career prospects in finance by learning English. The title covers the most common words found in this area, and will give learners a solid grounding in the key words and phrases that they will need as they start their studies or career in the finance industry. Collins COBUILD Key Words for Finance is unique in that the vocabulary items are organized alphabetically, in a dictionary style, and words are clearly labelled according to topic. Vocabulary-building features, synonyms, and collocations help learners to enrich their vocabulary and increase their accuracy and fluency. Vocabulary items are explained using simple language and are presented in a clear and easy-to-use format. Example sentences for every entry show how the word is really used in English and have been taken from subject-specific corpora from the 4.5-billion-word Collins Corpus. To help users consolidate what they have learnt, the title also contains a thematic word list section, organized according to topic. There is a self-study section which includes practice material, which will ensure that users really learn these fundamental words and phrases. The title also includes an audio CD, which contains audio of all 500 headwords and example sentences. Communication for work and study is crucial, so this additional help with pronunciation will help to build the learner''s confidence when speaking English.

Stretch your powers of logical deduction with these 200 new Su Doku puzzles, in easy, medium and difficult categories.

This range of Maths and English activity books really helps to boost your child s progress at every stage of their learning. The series aims to build up important skills through activity-packed fun. Each activity is designed to give your child a real sense of achievement. Help boost confidence and develop good learning habits for life. Motivate children to learn at home using colourful activities that make learning fun. Include helpful tips and answers so that you easily support your child s learning at home."

Hundreds of exercises to get you to the next level Collins Work on your Grammar - Advanced (C1) is a new practice book that covers the key grammar points needed by learners of English at Advanced level (CEF level C1). This book is an essential resource for learners who want to improve their English grammar. Each of the 30 units presents a different area of grammar using clear language and examples. This is followed by practice exercises to ensure the learner will remember and be able to use what they have learnt with confidence in their written and spoken English. The grammar covered in Collins Work on your Grammar - Advanced (C1) has been carefully selected based on Collins Corpus research and the experience of our language experts. As a result, this book provides plenty of useful practice with authentic, up-to-date examples of language usage in context. A carefully structured layout makes sure the language is always clear and the book is easy to navigate. Collins Work on your Grammar - Advanced (C1) is ideal for self-study or for use in the classroom, and is an essential resource for students and teachers. * Focuses on the grammar required at Advanced level (CEF level C1) * Thirty units with clear presentation material followed by practice exercises * Authentic examples of real English, taken from the Collins Corpus * Clear structure and presentation of language * Plenty of room to write in * Full answer key included * Ideal for self-study or for use in the classroom avigate. Collins Work on your Grammar - Advanced (C1) is ideal for self-study or for use in the classroom, and is an essential resource for students and teachers. * Focuses on the grammar required at Advanced level (CEF level C1) * Thirty units with clear presentation material followed by practice exercises * Authentic examples of real English, taken from the Collins Corpus * Clear structure and presentation of language * Plenty of room to write in * Full answer key included * Ideal for self-study or for use in the classroom

Collins Cambridge IGCSE Malay as a First Language is the only published resource to offer full and comprehensive coverage of the new Cambridge IGCSE Malay as a First Language syllabus (0696). With a Student''s Book and Teacher''s Guide available, the resources support both students and teachers in a clear and engaging way. Aimed at first language Malay learners, the Student''s Book is designed to help students develop and apply their language skills. * Written by experienced Malay first language teachers specifically for international students with careful consideration of learners'' needs* Developed and reviewed by Malay first language specialists and experienced teachers* Clear mapping to the syllabus and full syllabus coverage* Integrated exam practice throughout with sample questions, mock exams, learning objectives and learning summaries to reinforce students'' understanding Collins is working with Cambridge Assessment International Education towards endorsement of this title to support the full syllabus for first teaching from 2019 and first examination from 2021.* Easy-to-use structure with accessible and consistent signposting within each unit.* Glossary of key terminology included in the back of the book

Collins Skills for TOEFL is a two book series (1 Listening/Speaking, 2 Reading/Writing) to help students prepare for the &′Test of English as a Foreign Language&′, used by over 7,500 institutions in 130 countries as a measure of language ability. To date 25 million students have taken the test around the world.

This title covers the key vocabulary needed by learners of English at Advanced level. Each of the 30 units presents vocabulary relating to a particular topic using clear language and examples. This is followed by practice exercises to ensure the learner will remember and be able to use what they have learnt with confidence in their written and spoken English.

Collins Easy Learning English Verbs is an accessible guide to English verbs. With simple explanations of English verbs and the way they work, this book will prove indispensable for anyone who wants to improve their knowledge of English verbs. Using clear explanations and examples, all the essential grammar of verbs, such as tense and aspect, is covered. This book also provides a detailed look at verbs which are especially important or difficult to learn, such as phrasal verbs, irregular verbs, and primary and modal auxiliary verbs. Each point is described in a user-friendly format, with corpus examples that show how English is really used today.

A vocabulary book aimed at anyone who wants to study or work in the field of chemical engineering. It contains the 500 most important words and phrases you will need to succeed and includes practice material to make sure you really learn them.

Collins Cambridge IGCSE Malay as a First Language is the only published resource to offer full and comprehensive coverage of the new Cambridge IGCSE Malay as a First Language syllabus (0696). With a Student''s Book and Teacher''s Guide available, the resources support both students and teachers in a clear and engaging way. The Teacher''s Guide is written to accompany the Student''s Book, providing comprehensive support to teachers as they plan and deliver lessons in Malay as a First Language. Following the structure of the Student''s Book, it includes guidance on how to teach Malay as a First Language, help with lesson plans, suggestions for support and extension activities, as well as answer keys and example answers. Collins is working with Cambridge Assessment International Education towards endorsement of this title to support the full syllabus for first teaching from 2019 and first examination from 2021.

Sound and speak like a native. Be confident in your pronunciation and in understanding others when abroad. Collins Turkish Phrasebook and Dictionary is ''four books in one'' - a photoguide, a phrasebook, a food guide containing a menu reader and a 5,000-word dictionary. The phrases are short and easy to use. The language reflects everyday speech - there are no lengthy sentences to struggle and sweat over. The phrases have a simple guide to help with pronunciation. There are also practical tips to help you make the most of your visit abroad. The 4-colour layout allows easy access to key information. Collins Turkish Phrasebook and Dictionary isn''t just for emergencies. The specially commissioned food guides describe the different regional dishes and wines. They also contain a comprehensive menu reader to guide you through the maze of menus.

Covering the whole of the new 2016 GCSE Combined course, this book is structured around a brand new innovative assessment framework that uses regular check points and tailored intervention to help all students make progress. Written by a team of expert authors for the 2016 specification, this book provides a "go-to" guide to support teachers throughout the course. Teach with confidence using an introduction to the new specification, schemes of work, plans for co-teaching the different courses, and a comprehensive set of editable lesson plans and worksheets. Track students progress in the new linear GCSE course through a brand new, innovative assessment framework. Teaching is organized into four semesters that function as review checkpoints. Tailor your teaching to suit your students needs using the flexible teaching order within each semester. Assess students across topics and also by assessment objective using the end of chapter questions and the end of semester tests. Help all students make progress with consolidation worksheets to support those at Foundation level and extension activities to challenge those at Higher level. Equip students with the skills they need for working scientifically, using math, and carrying out practicals. Prepare students for the demands of the new specification with differentiated questions and practice opportunities embedded in each lesson. Co-teach both Foundation and Higher tier with a single book (the Higher-only content is clearly flagged). Easily plan your teaching with Schemes of Work for 2, 3, or 5 years, for each tier available free from Collins website from September 2015. All resources also provided on CD-ROM."

If you feel overwhelmed by the complexity of TOEFL, Collins Skills for TOEFL iBT Test can help.This book helps you handle the integrated aspect of the tasks in the test, and give you tips and strategies for the different question types you will face.

This brand new, three-level series, provides coverage of the Cambridge Secondary 1 maths curriculum framework. Written by an experienced author team, the series comprises a comprehensive Student Book, extensive Workbook and supportive Teacher Guide. Development of the series is strongly guided by the latest expert research in mathematics education, show-casing best practice teaching methods such as: giving a clear model of learning; carefully sequenced conceptual understanding; flexibility in the use of the resources; the incorporation of reflection opportunities.The comprehensive Teacher''s Guide is a highly flexible resource which provides teachers with teaching and learning support to deliver the curriculum.Features include:- ''Starter'': ideas for introducing the topic- ''Tip'': helpful and practical hints for the teacher- ''Beware'': warning of a potential pitfall, or potential misunderstanding or confusion for learners- ''Fix'' and ''Stretch'': activities which will particularly help struggling students, or stretch the more able ones- ''Problem solving'': ideas for developing this core, underpinning aspect of the curriculum- Alternative approaches and activities (including tasks and games)- Support to help teachers pace lessons for individual abilities- Ideas to make practical use of technology for mathematics learning, such as using the computer to create spreadsheets, tables and charts to represent results- End-of-chapter tests, to check progress Provides support as part of a set of resources for the Cambridge Lower Secondary Mathematics curriculum framework from 2011. We are working with Cambridge Assessment International Education towards endorsement of this title.

Collins Cambridge IGCSETM Malay as a Foreign Language is the only published course to offer full and comprehensive coverage of the Cambridge IGCSE Malay as a Foreign Language syllabus (0546). This new edition has been comprehensively revised and updated to support the revised curriculum. Aimed at students learning Malay as a foreign language, the course consists of a Student''s Book, Workbook and Teacher''s Guide. The Student''s Book has been carefully planned around topic-based units so that language and skills are taught in context. All topics, grammar and vocabulary are mapped to the syllabus, with clear learning objectives for each unit. Cultural insight boxes also feature throughout the book, offering an insight into the culture and civilisation of Malaysia, linking language to culture to further motivate the student in the study of the language. Each unit includes practice in all four skills - reading, writing, speaking and listening - with a variety of appropriately-graded exercises offering progression within and across units. Audio files are available as a free download for listening exercises and pronunciation practice. Collins is working with Cambridge Assessment International Education towards endorsement of this title. ately-graded exercises offering progression within and across units. Audio files are available as a free download for listening exercises and pronunciation practice. Collins is working with Cambridge Assessment International Education towards endorsement of this title.

A concise guide to English history and how England has come to be what it is today. Key events, people and places included. Beautifully produced, Collins Little Book of English History is a treasure in itself and makes a perfect gift for any England enthusiast.

Just when you thought it was safe to pick up a pencil Killer Su Doku is based on the original Su Doku grid, with the same rules and numbers—1 to 9—but with an added deadly twist. This time there is an element of arithmetic involved and there are few, if any, clues. The aim is to not only complete every row, column, and cube so that it contains the digits 1 to 9, but to also fill in the outlined cubes so they add up to the same number. Hints to solve the puzzle are hidden in the joined squares where only one combination of numbers applies. In the case of joined squares, if the printed number is 3, it should be 1 and 2 that go into the squares. Likewise, in the case of three joined squares, if the printed number is 6, the only combination possible is 1, 2, and 3. To add one final fiendish level, each puzzle also has a time worked out by its Japanese creators so you can try to beat the clock.