LINGUIST List 17.2855

Sun Oct 01 2006

Books: Lexicography: Parkinson

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Directory         1.    Joyce Reid, Using Arabic Synonyms: Parkinson
Message 1: Using Arabic Synonyms: Parkinson
Date: 27-Sep-2006
From: Joyce Reid <jreidcup.org>
Subject: Using Arabic Synonyms: Parkinson


Title: Using Arabic Synonyms Published: 2005 Publisher: Cambridge University Press
                http://us.cambridge.org

Author: Dilworth Parkinson Paperback: ISBN: 0521001765 Pages: 704 Price: U.K. £ 27.99 Comment: ISBN-13: 9780521001762
Abstract:

Designed for those who have already developed a basic competence in Arabic,this comprehensive synonyms guide aims to broaden and improve the learner'svocabulary by helping them find the right word for the right context.Presenting words of related meaning together, it provides a range ofoptions which will help avoid repetition and improve style, enablingstudents to develop a deeper awareness of the subtle differences in meaningand usage of different words. Each entry is illustrated with authenticexamples of the synonyms in use, showing their unique meanings andgrammatical properties, and enabling students to quickly recognize them inreal-life contexts. The book is complete with two clear indexes, in Englishand Arabic, enabling the reader to instantly and easily locate any word. Anessential reference for college and undergraduate students, their teachers,and other language professionals seeking a clear, user-friendly guide toArabic vocabulary and its usage.

1. Introduction;2. Arabic synonyms;3. Index of English words;4. Index of Arabic words.


Linguistic Field(s): Lexicography
Subject Language(s): Arabic, Standard (arb)
Written In: English (eng )

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