Learning Real English with Collins COBUILD English Language Dictionary
Collins CoBUILD (Publisher)
Published in December 1987
Book
Paperback/Softback
40 pages
978-0-00-370332-0 (ISBN)
Description
Designed to be used in conjunction with the "Collins COBUILD English Language Dictionary", this workbook has more than 60 exercises covering finding words in the dictionary, using the explanations and grammatical information and working with phonetics. It may be used in class or for self-study. The "Collins COBUILD English Language Dictionary" is a dictionary of English as it is actually used and is also written and presented in real English. By presenting the patterns of real English in a new format, it enables easier and earlier use of a monolingual dictionary. This dictionary is suitable for all learners of English from intermediate to advanced level. There are over 70,000 references and over 90,000 examples, taken from books, magazines and newspapers. The wordlist is up-to-date and gives detailed treatment to the most frequently used words in English. All senses are explained in clear, natural English, using carefully chosen vocabulary to ensure that each meaning can be easily understood. Each spelling of a word is given in full to ensure clarity and essential grammar is contained in the wording of each definition.
Synonyms and antonyms are given, as well as guidance on pronunciation using the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Designed to be used in conjunction with the "Collins COBUILD English Language Dictionary", this workbook has more than 60 exercises covering finding words in the dictionary, using the explanations and grammatical information and working with phonetics. It may be used in class or for self-study. The "Collins COBUILD English Language Dictionary" is a dictionary of English as it is actually used and is also written and presented in real English. By presenting the patterns of real English in a new format, it enables easier and earlier use of a monolingual dictionary. This dictionary is suitable for all learners of English from intermediate to advanced level. There are over 70,000 references and over 90,000 examples, taken from books, magazines and newspapers. The wordlist is up-to-date and gives detailed treatment to the most frequently used words in English. All senses are explained in clear, natural English, using carefully chosen vocabulary to ensure that each meaning can be easily understood. Each spelling of a word is given in full to ensure clarity and essential grammar is contained in the wording of each definition.
Synonyms and antonyms are given, as well as guidance on pronunciation using the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Synonyms and antonyms are given, as well as guidance on pronunciation using the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Designed to be used in conjunction with the "Collins COBUILD English Language Dictionary", this workbook has more than 60 exercises covering finding words in the dictionary, using the explanations and grammatical information and working with phonetics. It may be used in class or for self-study. The "Collins COBUILD English Language Dictionary" is a dictionary of English as it is actually used and is also written and presented in real English. By presenting the patterns of real English in a new format, it enables easier and earlier use of a monolingual dictionary. This dictionary is suitable for all learners of English from intermediate to advanced level. There are over 70,000 references and over 90,000 examples, taken from books, magazines and newspapers. The wordlist is up-to-date and gives detailed treatment to the most frequently used words in English. All senses are explained in clear, natural English, using carefully chosen vocabulary to ensure that each meaning can be easily understood. Each spelling of a word is given in full to ensure clarity and essential grammar is contained in the wording of each definition.
Synonyms and antonyms are given, as well as guidance on pronunciation using the International Phonetic Alphabet.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
HarperCollins Publishers
Target group
ELT/ESL
Illustrations
answer key
Dimensions
Height: 250 mm
Weight
95 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-00-370332-0 (9780003703320)
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