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Oxford Beginner's Chinese Dictionary | 
 enlarge | Creators: Boping Yuan, Sally Kathryn Church
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Category: Book
List Price: $15.95
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Avg. Customer Rating:  10 reviews
Sales Rank: 60148
Media: Paperback
Edition: Bilingual
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 512
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.2
Dimensions (in): 7.6 x 5.1 x 1.3
ISBN: 019929853X
Dewey Decimal Number: 495.1321
EAN: 9780199298532
ASIN: 019929853X
Publication Date: October 16, 2006
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Condition: Good Condition, delivery time 10 to 12 Working days, via Priority airmail from UK
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Product Description
Each Oxford Beginner's Bilingual Dictionary is designed to offer English speaking adult learners a comprehensive, straightforward introduction to foreign languages, covering all the vocabulary needed for the first years of study, along with notes on grammar and usage and guidance on the culture where the language is spoken.
These easy-to-use references break from standard dictionary design. Clear entries with examples showing how the language works in context make it quick and simple to find the translation you're looking for, and the bold, color layout makes the dictionary easy to navigate, allowing you to get to grips with the language fast. All main translations are preceded by an equals sign so that they are instantly identifiable, and all parts of the entry are spelled out in full, avoiding confusing jargon and abbreviations. Grammar and usage notes throughout the text warn of possible translation pitfalls, and thousands of example phrases show how the language is used in real life.
At the center of each dictionary is a section devoted to useful information on the country, countries, or regions where the language is spoken. This includes background on lifestyles and culture, tips on etiquette and interaction, and a phrasefinder that provides handy phrases for use when traveling abroad. The dictionary also includes a section on core vocabulary--all the words you absolutely must know at a beginner's level, whether you are a student, traveler, or business person.
The Oxford Beginner's Bilingual Dictionary is the perfect tool for adult language learners who need basic vocabulary at their fingertips fast.
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 use two dictionaries May 7, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Use the Tuttle Learner's Chinese-English Dictionary along with the Oxford Beginner's Chinese Dictionary. The Tuttle is better for Chinese-English in that it contains more entries and examples. The Oxford is better for English-Chinese. One very nice feature is that the measure words are included with the nouns. Use both dictionaries together for the most helpful learning experience, but keep in mind the dictionaries are geared towards students and will not be overly comprehensive.
Learning Chinese April 29, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is by far the best Chinese/English book on the market, according to my Chinese daughter-in-law. I agree. It has one section on Chinese to English, one section on English to Chinese (words, not symbols), one on "survival" sentences. Also an explanation of pronouns, nouns, adjectives, etc.
Dictionary for Beginners March 1, 2008
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
This is simply a very good book to begin with when you start learning Chinese-Mandarin.
finally a good dictionary for chinese November 21, 2007
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
This is the dictionary students were waiting for ! Not only clear characters, but also the pinyin pronunciation and outstanding example sentences. I use this book in my beginners classes with great succes. Students love it.
I saw many dictionary's the lasr 25 years but this - rather cheap one = is the very best.
Prof. Dr Joeri van den Bergh, Netherlands
Perfect November 4, 2007
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
I am dismayed that some people gave this book a poor score for not being something that it doesn't claim to be. It is not a comprehensive Chinese/English Dictionary. As the title and cover state, it is a beginner's dictionary for first-time learners. It is primarily designed for the student to look up an English word and find the pinyin and characters and how to use them. I have completed my first year of college Chinese classes and could not have survived without this dictionary. The font is a bit bigger than other dictionaries which makes it easier to see all the parts of the characters. The dictionary includes example phrases and sentences which are invaluable for getting the grammar right. My Chinese teacher commented on my correct use of grammar and vocabulary in my writing and asked how I was doing it. I gave all the credit to this dictionary and when she looked at it, she recommended it to her other classes. For a new student learning Chinese the way it's being taught at universities, this is the best there is. (I've purchased 6 Chinese/English dictionaries. Some of the others cover a lot more vocabulary but this is by far the best for a new learner)
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