Irish Pocket Dictionary: the Perfect Portable Dictionary (Collins Pocket)


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Designed to give learners of Irish all the information they need in a portable, hard-wearing format, this dictionary includes all the latest words reflecting changes in modern lifestyle, as well as all the features you would expect from a Collins dictionary: an easy-to-read layout, special treatment of key words such as can, that, faoi, mar, and useful examples. In-depth and up-to-date supplements help you to develop your knowledge of Irish and your confidence in the language, with information on pronunciation and grammar, as well as the words and phrases you will need in different situations, like writing letters and sending emails. Verb tables show all verb forms for the most common regular and irregular Irish verbs.




The Pocket Oxford Irish Dictionary


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This dictionary provides a useful reference tool for anyone writing, studying, or speaking Irish as it is used today. It contains thousands of phrases and translations, as well as pronunciation of the three main regional systems.




Very First French Words


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Pictures of everyday events are accompanied by individual illustrations with French vocabulary and English translations. Suggested level: primary, intermediate.




Collins Pocket Irish Dictionary


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Offers excellent coverage of today's language and usage. Clear presentation and color layout allow maximum accessibility in a portable, hard-wearing format. It includes all the latest words reflecting changes in modern lifestyle, as well as all the features you would expect from a Collins dictionary: an easy-to-read color layout, special treatment of key words such as can, that, faoi, mar, and useful examples. In-depth and up-to-date supplements help you to develop your knowledge of Irish and your confidence in the language, with information on pronunciation and grammar, as well as the words and phrases you will need in different situations, like writing letters and sending emails. Verb tables show all verb forms for the most common regular and irregular Irish verbs. Features include: * All the latest words in both languages, such as rewritable, wind farm in English, and frithvíreas, hipearnasc in Irish * A guide to pronunciation in Irish, including information on stress and initial mutation * An in-depth Irish grammar supplement * A useful Language in Action section covering correspondence, emails, numbers, date and time * Special treatment of key vocabulary items * Clear, color layout and useful examples Also available in the Collins Irish dictionary range are Collins Irish Gem Dictionary, Collins Irish School Dictionary and Collins Easy Learning Irish Dictionary.




A History of Ireland in 100 Words


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A history of Ireland in 100 words has been shortlisted for 'best Irish-published book of the year' at the An Post Irish Book Awards 2019. November 2019. Did you know that Cú Chulainn was conceived with a thirst-quenching drink? That 'cluas', the modern Irish word for 'ear', also means the handle of a cup? That the Old Irish word for 'ring' may have inspired Tolkien's 'nazg'? How and why does the word for noble (saor) come to mean cheap? Why does a word that once meant law (cáin) now mean tax? And why are turkeys in Irish French birds? From murder to beekeeping and everything between, discover how the Irish ate, drank, dressed, loved and lied. This book tells a history of Ireland by looking at the development of 100 medieval Irish words drawn from the Royal Irish Academy's Dictionary of the Irish Language. Words tell stories and encapsulate histories and this book captures aspects of Ireland's changing history by examining the changing meaning of 100 key words. The book is aimed at a general readership and no prior knowledge of the Irish language is required to delve into the fascinating insights it provides. The book is divided into themes, including writing and literature; food and feasting; technology and science; mind and body. Readers can explore words relating to particular concepts, dipping in and out where they please.




Irish-English Dictionary


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Irish in Your Pocket


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A handy little language aid designed to be carried by Irish learners at all times. This concertina booklet, contained in protective plastic pouch, offers basic Irish grammar rules, as well as everyday phrases and a collection of the most commonly used Irish words.




Collins Pocket Irish Dictionary


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This dictionary contains over 40,000 references and 60,000 translations. It features coverage of contemporary Irish and English, special treatment of basic vocabulary items, quick reference grammar tables and a guide to Irish pronunciation. Supplements on time, date and names are also provided.




Scottish Gaelic-English, English-Scottish Gaelic


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Provides 8,500 entries, a list of abbreviations and irregular verbs, and a grammar guide.




Collins Pocket Irish Dictionary


Book Description

Collins Pocket Irish Dictionary offers excellent coverage of today's language and usage. Clear presentation and colour layout allow maximum accessibility in a portable, hard-wearing format. Features include: * All the latest words in both languages, such as rewritable, wind farm in English, and frithvíreas, hipearnasc in Irish * A guide to pronunciation in Irish, including information on stress and initial mutation * An in-depth Irish grammar supplement * A useful Language Plus section covering correspondence, emails, numbers, date and time * Special treatment of key vocabulary items * Clear, colour layout and useful examples Collins Pocket Irish Dictionary has been designed to give learners of Irish all the information they need in a portable, hard-wearing format. It includes all the latest words reflecting changes in modern lifestyle, as well as all the features you would expect from a Collins dictionary: an easy-to-read colour layout, special treatment of key words such as can, that, faoi, mar, and useful examples. In-depth and up-to-date supplements help you to develop your knowledge of Irish and your confidence in the language, with information on pronunciation and grammar, as well as the words and phrases you will need in different situations, like writing letters and sending emails. Verb tables show all verb forms for the most common regular and irregular Irish verbs. Also available in the Collins Irish dictionary range are Collins Irish Gem Dictionary, Collins Irish School Dictionary and Collins Easy Learning Irish Dictionary.