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Larousse Pocket Dictionary Spanish/English-English/Spanish - OP SEE9782035420848 (Larousse Pocket Dictionary)

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Clear, concise yet rather comprehensive--a lot of dictionary for very little money !!!
college professor approves
Great for students
One of the better Spanish-English dictionaries
easy to use

Larousse Pocket Dictionary Spanish/English-English/Spanish - OP SEE9782035420848 (Larousse Pocket Dictionary)

Manufacturer: Larousse
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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Larousse Concise Spanish-English English-Spanish Dictionary (Larousse Concise)
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Larousse Unabridged Dictionary: Spanish-English / English-Spanish (Larousse Unabridged)

ASIN: 2035420512

Book Description

The Larousse Pocket Dictionary: Spanish-English / English-Spanish is the perfect companion for those who wish to understand and speak everyday Spanish. Its handy paperback format, great price, and clear, easy-to-use layout make it great for travelers and students. This essential reference includes - 55,000 words and phrases with 80,000 translations - updated vocabulary in all subject areas - generous coverage of Latin American Spanish - hundreds of usage examples - abbreviations, acronyms, and proper nouns

Customer Reviews:

Clear, concise yet rather comprehensive--a lot of dictionary for very little money !!!.......2007-04-13

Larousse offers a great pocket bilingual dictionary for persons who are studying Spanish--or even Spanish speakers studying English, for that matter. As pocket dictionaries go, this IS one of the better ones. It is also very lightweight so you can carry it with you if you go to school or the library to study; this is a big help to many students.

One reviewer notes that when Larousse updates their dictionaries they do more than window dressing--and this reviewer is right. You get great entries that reflect the changing times: the definitions of "software," "hostile takeover" and baby sitter" are all included in this latest edition of the dictionary. Moreover, you DO get different words that reflect the different nuances of a word whenever necessary. For example, the English word hysterical is translated not just once but twice for your benefit. The first translation of "hysterical" is for frantic (histérico) and the other for very funny (tronchante). Very good!

The dictionary also includes entries for "foul" language; this also helps the user.

The pages are made of thin paper but it's more than sufficient for the student; but please remember that this is an inexpensive pocket dictionary. The typeface is easy to read and I like how you can use this dictionary to translate back and forth by looking up entries in either Spanish or English.

I recommend this pocket dictionary for all students of Spanish. It will be particularly useful for persons who need to carry a dictionary when they are on the go; and students at the more elementary levels of instruction will be more than pleased with this dictionary. If you are an advanced student or if you want a more comprehensive dictionary, however, you will need to keep looking.

college professor approves.......2007-02-03

I bought the dictionary on the basis of another review but my professor saw me using it and said I chose a great one. So far it is working out quite well.

Great for students.......2007-01-11

As a high school AP Spanish student, I highly recommend this dictionary for Spanish-learners around my level. It is very compact and useful. Only once was I dismayed to not find the word I was looking for... unfortunately I forgot what that word was, but I do remember it was a pretty technical and trivial one.

You will not be disappointed.

One of the better Spanish-English dictionaries.......2006-09-10

My Master's thesis was a review and rating of Spanish-English dictionaries. I find this dictionary, like all the other Larousse dictionaries, to be a good choice.

Here are a few of the factors which distinguish a good bilingual dictionary from a bad one.

To begin with, ignore certain publishers' marketing ploys such as entry and translation counts. They say nothing about the value of the words chosen.

The first valid factor to consider is lexicographic technique. A bad dictionary simply lists translations. Take, for example, the entry in the Cassell's Spanish Dictionary under the English headword loop: "lazo, gaza, nudo; ojal, presilla, alamar; anillo; recodo, comba, curva, vuelta," etc. For the English reader writing in Spanish, this is hopelessly inadequate, as the dictionary provides no clue as to which translation to use in which situation.

Compare the treatment of the same word in the far superior American Heritage Spanish Dictionary. "(length of line) lazo; (coil) vuelta; (bend) curva; (circular path) vuelta, circuito; (fastener) presilla" etc. Here, the user is given glosses in the native language to assist in identifying the right word for the context. Example sentences are also a tremendous help. Larousse is excellent in this respect, presenting good information to guide users through the semantic and syntactic complexities.

Second, a good dictionary should maintain an up-to-date lexicon, including such cultural and technological additions to the language as "baby sitter," "hostile takeover," "software," "flash drive." Larousse does very well in this respect; its frequent revisions are more than mere window dressing and do a creditable job of covering the most recent additions to the language.

Third, idioms, slang, and cusswords can present real problems to the language learner, and a dictionary needs to handle them in a clear and frank fashion. This dictionary gets it right, giving stylistic equivalents for translations as well as clear advice to the user.

Be careful when you choose a bilingual dictionary, as some of the choices--Cassell's and Vox, for example--are downright terrible. The field of large dictionaries stays relatively static over time, and the best choices in it by far are Oxford, Collins, and Larousse. The field of small dictionaries, on the other hand, has many more players. While not the only good choice, Larousse is a dictionary you would certainly be pleased with.

easy to use.......2006-03-16

The dictionary fit easily in the outside pocket of the small backpack that I carried on a recent vacation in Mexico, so it was on the spot with the info that I needed when I needed it.

Delmar's English and Spanish Pocket Dictionary for Health Professionals

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New Words
Not for professionals
great resource
Good, but with problems
Good Start

Delmar's English and Spanish Pocket Dictionary for Health Professionals
Rochelle K. Kelz
Manufacturer: Thomson Delmar Learning
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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Donde no hay doctor
Pocket Medical Spanish (Pocket Medical)

ASIN: 0827361718

Book Description

This unique bilingual dictionary contains Spanish terminology specific to Mexico, Puerto Rico, Cuba, and other countries. This book, with extensive drug terminology, will meet the needs of physicians, dentists, social workers, nurses, hospitals, clinics, opticians, ambulance attendants, teachers as well as medical technicians. In addition the format is such that it can easily be used in Spanish speaking countries to teach English to those working in the same healthcare fields. (English-Spanish, Dictionary, medical terminology, bilingual dictionary)

Customer Reviews:

New Words.......2006-07-24

I used this book while doing a medical mission in Peru. It was very handy and easy to use. Of course it did not have every word I needed but was more than adequate. The PA in Peru liked it so much that I left it with her.

Not for professionals.......2006-04-22

I bought this dictionary to accompany me on a medical elective to colombia. I already spoke spanish reasonably fluently and wanted something to carry arround the wards with me.
The book has a lot to offer but it compromises professional language for lay language and many words useful for case explanation between doctors/students aren't available. For instance "32 y old man that presents with hemianopia and loss of proprioception"(a contrived sentence)" or "she has bi-basal crackles and a displaced apex beat.
Present, proprioception, hemianopia aren't to be found. Nor are "apex beat" or "crackles". Similarly absent are "clubbing" "crepitations", "pulsatile", "cappillary return", "orthopnaea", "neck stiffness", "photophobia" etc etc.
Thus many useful words for examination and history were absent, which didn't help me amongst staff.
There are however about 170 words for marijuana, from basically every latin community in the world. Thus possible expressions you may use to talk to the other doctors about for a laugh over coffee are plentiful!
Many of the various "regionalisms" are solely Mexican or Puerto Rican
It did have plenty of non-medical words though which helped from time to time as a general conversation aid.
All in all it was a bit of a let down and not worth the price.
The diagrams are helpful though also as is the anatomy list.

If you're a doctor or a student I'd try something else.

great resource.......2004-01-03

Spanish is my first language. I took classes in medical terminology in Spanish, however, there are times when I just forget a certain word and I resort to this book for help.
This book has helped me translate many teaching materials we use and give to patients in the hospital. I have used this book for many years and will continue to use it.
Highly recomend it.

Good, but with problems.......2003-07-21

I work as a medical interpreter and use this as my main reference tool. I particularly love the anatomical diagrams, and that the dictionary gives regional usage of words. One very serious problem though - when there is more than one option for a translation, the choices are listed in alphabetical order with no consideration for which choice is the most frequently used. So, I might have to try out a number of words before I hit on the one that the patient understands (I'm also studying for a certification exam and have no way of knowing which of several choices is likely to be on the test). It's common practice in dictionaries to list the most commonly used choice first - this would have been much more helpful. I'm currently shopping for another dictionary that doesn't have this problem.

Good Start.......2002-12-22

The first half of this book is in English, translated to Spanish, under the Alphabet headings. Very good, very concise. The next section is again in English, with medical terminology and the spanish counterpart, diagrams of body systems with Eng-Span conversions, and skeleton. Second half of book is the same as first, only, its Spanish to English. Very helpful book. Good start for someone like me who is just learning the Spanish language.

Medical Spanish Dictionary Pocket: English-spanish, Spanish English (single Copy)

Average customer rating:

Buen diccionario mismo
Truly useful.

Medical Spanish Dictionary Pocket: English-spanish, Spanish English (single Copy)
Borm Bruckmeier Publishing
Manufacturer: Borm Bruckmeier Publishing LLC
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1591032318

Customer Reviews:

Buen diccionario mismo.......2007-01-04

Great medical bilingual dictionary. It includes the necessary medical terminology as well as many common words and verbs which might be helpful in explaining treatment, or foods to avoid for example.

Truly useful........2006-11-06

I purchased several of the handbooks for our medical office. We care for high risk OB patients, many of whom are Spanish speaking only. Even our Spanish speaking medical assistants have found the book helpful in finding words they don't use frequently, but need in our setting.

Harrap's Spanish and English Pocket Dictionary

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Convenient
Spanish Dictionary
Among the very best mid-sized Spanish-English dictionaries
Simply the best soft cover Spanish dictionary that I could find
Spanish-English Dictionary

Harrap's Spanish and English Pocket Dictionary
Harrap's Harrap's
Manufacturer: McGraw-Hill
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0071456694

Book Description

The ideal portable reference for beginners or intermediate learners of Spanish

Harrap’s Spanish and English Pocket Dictionary is the most comprehensive portable dictionary available today. Fully revised and up-to-date, this authoritative reference features more than 57,000 references, 90,000 translations, and thorough coverage of Latin American Spanish.

Concise and exceptionally easy to use, it’s the perfect dictionary for use at home or in school. In addition, this highly accessible guide:

Covers hundreds of new words and expressions, including slang, colloquial usage, technical language, and Internet terms
Provides numerous usage notes to help users avoid translation pitfalls
Includes a handy guide to Spanish verbs
Uses Harrap’s extensive language databases and large-scale reading programs to guarantee thorough coverage of all areas of vocabulary and monitor new words

Customer Reviews:

Convenient.......2007-06-27

This book is very convenient to take to Spanish lessons. I think it will be very helpful.

Spanish Dictionary.......2007-02-06

An excellent, comprehensive dictionary. Useful for the high school student who wants to keep a good dictionary in his/her locker for use in class or for school assignments.

Among the very best mid-sized Spanish-English dictionaries.......2006-07-20

This book is almost identical to the "Webster's New World Concise Spanish Dictionary" produced by the same publisher, but under a different brand name. But the "Harrap's" version of the dictionary has the advantage of being about an inch smaller in width and length and a little cheaper, while appearing to be just as complete. This dictionary is clear, well laid out, quite comprehensive, and includes a helpful number of idioms and examples. It's overview of the Spanish language and grammar is perhaps the best I've seen in a dictionary.

An unabridged dictionary like the Oxford or Harper-Collins will be more comprehensive of course, but at a great increase in size, bulk, and cost. This volume strikes a superb balance of usefulness at a moderate size.

(NOTE: this review does not refer to the "Pocket" dictionary published by Harrap, but to the somewhat larger concise edition.)

Simply the best soft cover Spanish dictionary that I could find.......2005-11-01

I shopped extensively for a good dictionary at Barnes & Nobles, Borders and libraries and this one is the only one that met all of my requirements:

* lots of idiomatic phrases under relevant root words
* slang and "dirty" words with idiomatic usage
* recent edition with modern technology terms
* thick--no skimping on words
* flexible binding so it would stay open on a desk

Additionally, it has an excellent, 100 page summary of the Spanish language with lots of examples.

Spanish-English Dictionary.......2005-09-09

Although a little bulky at 2" thick, this book is one of the best dual language dictionaries I've delt with. Great shelf resource, but you don't want to have to carry it around!

Velazquez Spanish And English Dictionary Pocket Edition

Average customer rating:

A convenient Spanish dictionary at a reasonable price
Great Dictionary!
Velazquez Spanish and English Dictionary Pocket Edition
Nothing Better

Velazquez Spanish And English Dictionary Pocket Edition

Manufacturer: Velazquez Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1594950032

Book Description

Velázquez Spanish and English Dictionary Pocket Edition is the best option when it comes to concise yet complete reference materials. To maintain the Velázquez tradition of excellence, Velázquez Press places importance on clarity, convenience, and efficiency.

o Over 75,000 entries and 110,000 translations
o Includes BOTH Spanish and English pronunciation keys and pronunciation guide
o Spanish and English grammar synopses to better understand words in context
o Supported by AskVelazquez.com
o Great for students, office, or day-to-day use

Customer Reviews:

A convenient Spanish dictionary at a reasonable price.......2006-09-24

I like this dictionary for its word collections. It is not as complete as the 250,000 Velázquez Spanish and English Dictionary. I don't expect that. But the 75,000 entries are enough to cover regular daily uses.
I also like the font size. Often pocket dictionaries have the tiny font that you need a magnify glass to read it. The font size on this dictionary is proper.
The pronunciation keys on both Spanish and English are always a plus. The conjugation of irregular Spanish verbs is very helpful.

Great Dictionary!.......2006-06-29

I'm an English major as well as a Spanish major in college and of all the other pocket bilingual dictionaries I've flipped through I found that this one was the best by far. This edition of the Velazquez Spanish and English dictionary is really convenient. Not only is it small in size and easier to carry around (which is totally great for students), it has pronunciation keys in both languages and explains the sounds of each of the words. It spells out the words phonetically so that people who are learning either of the two languages for the first time won't have such a problem reading the words. Plus, it's been updated with new words from the 21st century that would always get me stumped when trying to figure out how to translate them!

Velazquez Spanish and English Dictionary Pocket Edition.......2006-06-09

The Velazquez Spanish and English Dictionary Pocket Edition has been a really useful tool lately when it comes to my schoolwork. I am double majoring in Spanish and English in university and I could not have asked for a more comprehensive package. Aside from its very affordable price, this dictionary is packed with functional tidbits such as an English grammar summary, a complete list of English and Spanish verb conjugations, as well as having the most up to date entries of any dictionary I have used thus far. I recommend this dictionary for anyone who has any interest in either language, even for those who are just learning Spanish because it allows one to find words quickly. Once the words are found, they are relevant as well as informative. I wish this dictionary had been available much sooner, it would have made my academic career much easier.

Nothing Better.......2006-06-07

I just received my copy of the dictionary and I am simply amazed. It is what many people have been waiting for, not just because it is a Velazquez Dictionary, it is so poratble and handy. Many people have asked me if I had ever seen a copy they can carry, I always refer them to the Velazquez World Wide - 1594950016, which very durable and user friendly but a tad more expensive.

This version is similar in portability on a lot more friendly for the budget conscient. These guys really know their Spanish and English, which is why after so many years they are still in print. Plus they are the only one who has pronunciation in both the Epanish and English sections. My nice is taking spanish and this will be a great gift for back school.

A real good buy!!!

Webster's New World Pocket Spanish Dictionary

Average customer rating:

Incredibly helpful; perfect size; easy to find words quickly
Language Lover
Avoid This Dictionary
Not quite as "pocket" as I had hoped
Travel Dictionary

Webster's New World Pocket Spanish Dictionary
Harrap Publishers
Manufacturer: Webster's New World
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Turtleback

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Merriam-Webster's Spanish-English Dictionary
Webster's New World Concise Spanish Dictionary

ASIN: 0764556193

Book Description

English-Spanish
Spanish-English

28,000 words and phrases-the everyday vocabulary you really need
Concise translations and helpful indicators
Broad coverage of idioms and expressions
Models for irregular verbs

Customer Reviews:

Incredibly helpful; perfect size; easy to find words quickly.......2007-06-13

This little dictionary is invaluable. I use it as a resource in both directions: spanish to english and english to spanish. Its small size makes it perfect for travel, the plasticized cover makes flipping through the pages easy and fast. Words are defined and then used in various phrases with different translations, so you can learn the different usages, nuances and idioms. Also, it has a nifty feature so you can easily look up all the verb forms of any word. I speak beginner spanish, but using this little book, I'm able to send emails that sound closer to intermediate (a real achievement for me!). Finally, I appreciate that many of the english to spanish translations are appropriate for use in Spain, where I do most of my traveling. For instance, computer = ordenador; husband = marido. Highly recommended!

Language Lover.......2007-03-13

I'm currently taking a Spanish class and have found this to be a very useful tool. All the text is black and white but it is very clearly printed and the words you're looking up are in bold print. Love the size, fits well in my purse. Also has a useful grammar section in the middle including a mini conjugation guide. Also love the material that the cover is made of and actually purchased this particluar dictionary because it had a "turtleback" cover instead of paperback. It's kind of like a plastic that you could easily wipe off if it gets dirty. My only complaint is that when my instructor asked me to look up a word that should have given me "shower head" it said watering can, but everyother time I've looked up a word it has been accurate and 90% of the time it does have the word I'm looking for (my level is intermediate-three years in highschool and this is the second semester long college course I have taken, the first was 10 years ago.)

Avoid This Dictionary.......2006-12-20

I picked up this dictionary to travel around Latin America. If you only need the most basic vocabulary, it might do the job. But anything beyond that is asking too much. You'll soon get frustrated looking for words and expressions that simply aren't to be found, but which any basic Spanish-English dictionary should contain.

The format of the book is great - slender, and with a durable cover. But the disadvantages are just too great. I'd recommend going for a slightly bulkier, but more comprehensive dictionary. You'll get much more out of it.

Not quite as "pocket" as I had hoped.......2006-07-05

Ok, this is not Amazon's fault as they posted the dimensions of this dictionary and I should have taken out my trusty ruler.

I was hoping for a tiny dictionary. I already have several other dictionaries that are this size - the only thing smaller about this one is the THICKNESS of it. I was hoping for something with a smaller length/width.

Next time I'll buy in a store or measure the dictionaries I already have for comparison.

The cover is nice and should hold up well, but it really isn't what I was hoping for.

Travel Dictionary.......2006-01-15

This was a abridged dictionary and not very useful for travel. Few food, lodging, or travel words were in it and no regional (South American variations) of words were included.

This would be helpful in reading Spanish literature and magazines but was not particular valuable in daily travel.

Medical Spanish Pocket Plus: English-Spanish, Spanish-English

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Medical Spanish Pocket Plus: English-Spanish, Spanish-English

Manufacturer: Borm Bruckmeier Publishing LLC
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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Medical Spanish Pocket: Spanish for Medical Professionals
Pocket Medical Spanish (Pocket Medical)
Complete Medical Spanish : A Practical Course for Quick and Confident Communication
Spanish for Health Care Professionals

ASIN: 159103213X

Average customer rating:

Oxford Dictionary Spanish/English
Great dictionary, same as the Oxford Spanish Desk Dictionary
Extremely practical and useful
not pocket-sized
Among the better Spanish-English dictionaries

Pocket Oxford Spanish Dictionary

Manufacturer: Oxford University Press, USA
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0198610726

Book Description

Authoritative and up to date, this third edtion of the Pocket Oxford Spanish Dictionary covers over 90,000 words and phrases, and 120,000 translations of contemporary Spanish and English, with brand-new words in each language. The grammar supplement provides full information on all the key points of Spanish and English grammar, including verb tables for quick reference, and a correspondence section gives example letters, emails, CVs, and new help with text messaging. Language is now studied in the context of its culture, so the existing culture section has been revised and expanded to offer lively and useful information on life in the Spanish-speaking world - everything from political institutions to how weddings are celebrated. The Pocket Oxford Spanish Dictionary is the perfect reference for student and adult learners needing an affordable, portable dictionary.

Customer Reviews:

Oxford Dictionary Spanish/English.......2007-03-10

This is an excellent resource for both English and Spanish speaking individuals. I use it in my classroom and it is invaluable. Volunteer tutors rely on this to find just the right word while trying to explain something to students. The center section about cultural items is interesting and can be used for classroom instruction.

Great dictionary, same as the Oxford Spanish Desk Dictionary.......2007-02-28

I did a lot of comparison shopping among Spanish-English dictionaries of similar size (or slightly smaller) and like this one best.

I wanted to mention an interesting detail: For some inexplicable reason, the Oxford Spanish Desk Dictionary and the Pocket Oxford Spanish Dictionary appear to be the same book, and are the same size. The only difference is that the "desk" dictionary is the hardcover version (the listed dimensions are very slightly larger because the hard cover extends beyond the page edges just a bit). The "pocket" dictionary is just the softcover version of same.

Now, why the "desk" version and the "pocket" version are the same size, I'll never know -- and, in fact, this "pocket" dictionary is much larger than a pocket-sized paperback -- not a big deal as long as you know what you are getting.

Nonetheless, a great dictionary, and I highly recommend it. I just thought this was an interesting bit of information.

Extremely practical and useful.......2007-01-16

This dictionary's best feature is its integration of idioms and phrases with regular entries. You can look up the first word of an idiom or phrase in either language (such has "home plate," "bittersweet," "take part in," etc.) and find the equivalent in the other language. It's a great conversational tool. It also notes which words and phrases are common in which countries. The only drawback is that if you want to read literature or other more complex works, you will probably need a more extensive dictionary.

not pocket-sized.......2006-11-25

This dictionary is not at all meant to be carried around in the streets. It is big even for me, a birder who routinely travels with heavy bird identification guides.

In the middle of the dictionary there is a section on hispanic culture and another on anglo culture, which remind me of "Lonely Planet" guidebooks. These take more away from the efficiency of the book. When I am in, say, Uruguay, I will refer to my guidebook for that information.

The words I did not find while reading a short article were: mesurado, sosiego, and cabal. Also, I only found about 50% of the Mexican slang words I could think of.

The things I always wished I had in my dictionary while learning English (from French), a bilingual conversion table for those maddening units of measurements and a bilingual map of the world, were as usual absent.

Among the better Spanish-English dictionaries.......2006-09-10

My Master's thesis was a review and rating of Spanish-English dictionaries. I find this dictionary, like all the other Oxford dictionaries, to be a good choice.

Here are a few of the factors which distinguish a good bilingual dictionary from a bad one.

To begin with, ignore certain publishers' marketing ploys such as entry and translation counts. They say nothing about the value of the words chosen.

The first valid factor to consider is lexicographic technique. A bad dictionary simply lists translations. Take, for example, the entry in the Cassell's Spanish Dictionary under the English headword loop: "lazo, gaza, nudo; ojal, presilla, alamar; anillo; recodo, comba, curva, vuelta," etc. For the English reader writing in Spanish, this is hopelessly inadequate, as the dictionary provides no clue as to which translation to use in which situation.

Compare the treatment of the same word in the far superior American Heritage Spanish Dictionary. "(length of line) lazo; (coil) vuelta; (bend) curva; (circular path) vuelta, circuito; (fastener) presilla" etc. Here, the user is given glosses in the native language to assist in identifying the right word for the context. Example sentences are also a tremendous help. Oxford is excellent in this respect, presenting good information to guide users through the semantic and syntactic complexities.

Second, a good dictionary should maintain an up-to-date lexicon, including such cultural and technological additions to the language as "baby sitter," "hostile takeover," "software," "flash drive." Oxford is a leader in this respect; its frequent revisions are more than mere window dressing and do a creditable job of covering the most recent additions to the language.

Third, idioms, slang, and cusswords can present real problems to the language learner, and a dictionary needs to handle them in a clear and frank fashion. This dictionary gets it right, giving stylistic equivalents for translations as well as clear advice to the user.

Be careful when you choose a bilingual dictionary, as some of the choices--Cassell's and Vox, for example--are downright terrible. The field of large dictionaries stays relatively static over time, and the best choices in it by far are Oxford, Collins, and Larousse. The field of small dictionaries, on the other hand, has many more players. While not the only good choice, Oxford is a dictionary you would certainly be pleased with.

Merriam-Webster's Pocket Spanish-English Dictionary (Pocket Reference Library)

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Merriam-Webster's Pocket Spanish-English Dictionary (Pocket Reference Library)
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Manufacturer: Merriam-Webster
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0877795193

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A compact guide to essential Spanish and English vocabulary. Over 40,000 entries including English pronunciations given in the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). Bi-directional: English to Spanish and Spanish to English.

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Very helpful.......2007-06-27

I found this Dictionary very helpful as a quick reference while traveling within The Dominican Republic. It was easy to move through and would recommend it as a reference guide for anyone learning Spanish.

Very good for my purposes.......2006-01-17

I am astounded at the review that is listed below me. Talk about nit-picking!
This is the only pocket dictionary that is sturdy enough to carry around in your pocket without falling apart in days. The Oxford dictionary is held together with cheap glue. This is just fine for my purposes. If I need to look up an obscure word I just wait until I get home to my bigger dictionary.

Disappointment.......2003-04-21

I am usually Merriam-Webster's biggest fan of its products. Although I have several up-to-date unabridged Spanish dictionaries, I bought this one to see if it portrays the revised Spanish alphabet correctly and if it treated special topics coherently. I was disappointed on both counts. Although the Spanish Academy along with its sister Academies in 1994 decided to ignore the letters CH and LL for alphabetization purposes (including them in the letters C and L, respectively,) the letters CH and LL still remain part of the 29-letter complement of the post-1994 Spanish alphabet. If you look under Z in in Spanish side of the dictionary, it notes that Z is the twenty-seventh letter of the alphabet. This mistake is inexcusable, especially in light of Merriam-Webster's normally stellar quality in its reference materials. My advice is to not buy this paperback Spanish dictionary, but to instead invest your money in the pocket Oxford Spanish dictionary if you want a very good, small, paperback up-to-date Spanish dictionary. I hope Merriam-Webster gets it right in their next edition.

Langenscheidt's Pocket Dictionary Spanish: Spanish-english / English-spanish (Langenscheidt Pocket Dictionary)

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Langenscheidt's Pocket Dictionary Spanish: Spanish-english / English-spanish (Langenscheidt Pocket Dictionary)

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ASIN: 1585735582

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A convenient reference for writers, students, and businesspeople; anyone who needs the right word at the right time.

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