Langenscheidt Pocket Chinese Dictionary


Book Description

Pinyin romanization of all Chinese characters. Chinese-English section arranged alphabetically according to pronunciation.




Langenscheidt Pocket Mandarin Chinese Dictionary


Book Description

Value priced, durable, and easily portable, this dictionary is ideal for students and travelers. * 40,000 references * All main headwords in blue for quick reference * Comprehensive vocabulary with many idiomatic expressions * Useful appendices with grammar information * The ideal compact reference work for everyday use




Tuttle Pocket Chinese Dictionary


Book Description

This is a pocket sized Mandarin Chinese Dictionary Intended for use by tourists, students, and business people travelling to China Pocket Chinese Dictionary is an essential tool for communicating in Mandarin. It features all the essential Mandarin Chinese vocabulary appropriate for beginning to intermediate students. It's handy pocket format and user-friendly, two color layout will make any future trip to China much easier. All entries are written in the Romanized form (hanyu pinyin) as well as Chinese characters (hanzi) so that in the case of difficulties the book can simply be shown to the person the user is trying to communicate with. This dictionary includes the following key features: Over 15,000 words and expressions in the Mandarin Chinese language Fully updated with recent vocabulary and commonly used Chinese slang Clear, user friendly layout with headwords in blue English, Romanized script (hanyu pinyin), and Chinese characters (hanzi) for every entry Other books from this bestselling series you might enjoy include: Pocket Japanese Dictionary, Pocket Korean Dictionary, and Pocket Vietnamese Dictionary




Mandarin Chinese


Book Description

To meet the expanding demand for Asian language guides the acclaimed Rough Guide series now adds Mandarin Chinese to its line of phrasebooks. The Rough Guide phrasebooks provide quick key word referencing, cultural information, and dos and don'ts, along with the mechanics of making phone calls, using cash machines, and much more.




ABC English-Chinese Chinese-English Dictionary


Book Description

The "ABC English-Chinese, Chinese-English Dictionary (ECCE)" is a student-oriented bilingual dictionary that organizes Chinese words by their pronunciation as written in pinyin. This innovative, straightforward alphabetical organization allows the user to find most words more quickly and easily.




Concise English-Korean Dictionary


Book Description

This is a pocket sized Korean Dictionary Intended for use by tourists, students, and business people traveling to Korea Concise English Korean Dictionary is an essential tool for communicating in the Korean language and is a great way to learn Korean. It features all the essential Korean vocabulary appropriate for beginning to intermediate students. It's handy pocket format and user-friendly, layout will make any future trip to Korea much easier. All entries are written in a Romanized form as well as Korean script (hangul) so that in the case of difficulties the book can simply be shown to the person the user is trying to communicate with. This dictionary includes the following key features: Over 8,000 entries for the most useful English words and phrases. Korean words given in both Roman and Korean letters. Explanation of the Korean letters and their sounds.







China


Book Description

This is the definitive guide to Asia's most compelling destination. It provides coverage of every corner of the country, from Buddhist mountain temples to the vibrant cities of Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong.




Langenscheidt Pocket Dictionary Polish


Book Description

The Langenscheidt Universal Dictionaries are very compact yet comprehensive enough for conversational and classroom needs. Universal Polish includes over 35,000 references and abbreviations, weights & measures & pronunciation help Previous ed.: 1999.




The Rough Guide to China


Book Description

The Rough Guide to China is the definitive guidebook to one of the world's most fascinating and rapidly changing travel destinations. The photographic introduction gives an inspiring insight into many of China's highlights, from the awesome scenery down the Yangzi River to the incredible Great Buddha at Leshan and the lavish Confucius Temple. Read expert background on everything from the treasures of the Forbidden City to the Buddhist art of the Mogao Caves as well as comprehensive information on China's history, politics, cultures and peoples. This fully- updated fifth edition includes an extended chapter on Shanghai and allows you to chose where to go and what to see, inspired by photos. Rely on our selection of the best places to stay and eat, for every budget with place names, accommodation and restaurants invaluably translated into Chinese script. Featuring over 140 detailed maps plus vital Chinese characters, this indispensable guide takes you from cutting-edge clubs in Shanghai to holy mountains in Tibet and from ancient temples to gleaming new skyscrapers. Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to China