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Your best first reference to the French languageAs you begin studying the French language, you must have a reliable bilingual dictionary with the basic words you need, not the advanced terms you don\'t. With McGraw-Hill\'s French Student Dictionary you\'ll find what you need quickly and easily--without being overwhelmed with text.
This book features:
- 3,500 essential words, each with grammatical information, easy-to-use pronunciation guide, verb conjugation (when appropriate), and an example sentence
- Numerous subentries to explain shades of meaning and idiomatic expressions related to the principal entries
- A collection of grammar tips and hints, including common mistakes to avoid
- Helpful appendices of useful information such as common names in French, weights and measures, maps, numbers, and more
Begin your language learning with the authoritative McGraw-Hill\'s French Student Dictionary at your side. It provides a perfect complement to your French studies.'
Synopsis
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The words you need, quickly and easilyEspecially designed for beginning learners, this dictionary will help you master the essential words of French. Inside you\'ll find entries that include pronunciations and grammatical information in a clear, easy-to-understand format, as well as helpful example sentences to show each word in everyday context.'
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction2. How to Use This DictionaryThe EntriesPronunciationStressed SyllablesCapitalizationNumbersBasics of French Grammar3. FRENCH-ENGLISH DICTIONARY4. Illustrations5. ENGLISH-FRENCH DICTIONARY6. AppendicesFrench Names; Family Members; The Body; Countries; Nationalities; Food; Sports; At the Zoo; Months of the Year; Days of the Week; Numbers; Temperature; Weights and Measures; Maps7. Helpful Phrases8. Grammar Cheat Sheets9. Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid