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9780060575762: Collins French Concise Dictionary

Synopsis

This practical, versatile edition of the Collins French Dictionary offers comprehensive coverage of today’s language with more than 200,000 entries and translations. This is the most complete guide to grammar offered in a French dictionary, and includes all the information needed to write a paper, read a book, or tell a story.

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Practical, user-friendly, comprehensive

  • The HarperCollins French Concise Dictionary, 3rd Edition offers up-to-date coverage of contemporary French -- from reality TV to text message, internaute to malbouffe
  • Special entries throughout highlight aspects of French life and culture
  • Exclusive keyword feature provides additional help with translating the most essential vocabulary

Extra help with grammar:

  • Step-by-step guide to French grammar includes hundreds of examples
  • Extensive examples are given for grammatical constructions and idiomatic usage

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HarperCollins French Concise Dictionary, 3e

By G.M. HarperCollins

HarperCollins Publishers, Inc.

Copyright © 2006 G.M. HarperCollins
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ISBN: 006057576X

Introduction

You may be starting French for the first time, or you may wish to extend your knowledge of the language. Perhaps you want to read and study French books, newspapers and magazines, or perhaps simply have a conversation with French speakers. Whatever the reason, whether you're a student, a tourist or want to use French for business, this is the ideal book to help you understand and communicate. 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.



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