Collins Robert French Unabridged Dictionary, 8th Edition (Harpercollins Unabridged Dictionaries) (Hardcover)

by Harpercollins Publishers (Author)

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The Collins Robert French Unabridged Dictionary is simply the best French dictionary you can own. Here's why:

More than 820,000 entries and translations. The Collins Robert French Unabridged Dictionary gives you comprehensive coverage of both French and English and the most up-to-date business, political, and technical terms. Native French and English speakers worked side by side to create a balanced treatment of both languages and to make authentic and appropriate translations.

Most consistently updated. This edition has been extensively revised and updated to cover all the vocabulary of today's French, including new phrases and indicators. In addition, this Unabridged edition includes exhaustive coverage of key works, and full treatment of irregular forms of verbs, nouns, and adjectives to create the most complete and accurate picture of real language available today.

More colloquial usage than any other French dictionary. With its emphasis on current French and English, both written and spoken, including all areas of modern life and featuring regional usage, the dictionary gives you the edge in finding the correct translation.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 2142 pages
• Publisher: Collins; 8 Blg edition (January 23, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0061338176
• ISBN-13: 978-0061338175
• Product Dimensions: 10.4 x 7.8 x 3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #17,340 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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28 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Content superior to the cover, however., February 20, 2007

By	P. J. O'Toole (St Paul) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I finally bought a real French-English dictionary, the Collins Robert is a treat after having struggled with a half-dozen paperback dictionaries over the years. After some significant online research, the purchase of the Collins Robert has proved to be an excellent choice. The sheer volume of translations is more than I'm used to -- and the format is pleasing, and it's, of course, very resourceful. As I look up words I can choose to dig in as much as I want, to sharpen my understanding, or not -- I read French every day, and the Collins Robert is the perfect companion. Only one minor problem, the publisher economized on the binding, which is more suited for a book half the size. Fortunately, in this case, you cannot judge this book by its cover - I recommend this dictionary for its content, not its cover.

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best French-English dictionary, September 1, 2007

By	J.K. (Bethesda, MD USA) - See all my reviews

When I found that my "student" dictionary lacked even the most basic cooking terms, I decided that I needed a really good French-English dictionary. So, I visited bookstores (in London, where the selection is better) and previewed every French-English dictionary I could find. The Collins Robert Unabridged 8th edition was the absolute best. Then, all I had to do was wait for the 8th edition to be published in the U.S. and eventually it was.

It is almost misleading to call this just a dictionary, given that the entries are so complete and the usage notes so numerous. Example: The entry for the verb "faire" runs about 39 column inches! The formatting (e.g., the judicious use of color and bold font) also makes this dictionary a joy to use. The only bad thing I have to say about this dictionary is that the version published for the U.S. market has a rather cheap, nonsubstantial binding. But since it's too big to carry around anyway, that's a minor flaw. If you need a good French-English dictionary, look no further -- this is the one.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars mon bébé the robert collins unabridged dictionary , October 17, 2007

By	Dr. Andrew J. Nicholls "roudoudou" (australia) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

i love this dictionary! only had it a month but yet to find a definition not in it(excepting the occasional very exotique gros mot) . the phrases and idioms i find especially useful for giving the right context to the word. it is complete and i can't see myself EVER having to upgrade. if you want a totally thorough and definitive reference that is also very current and that will last you many years this is the one to get!