For teachers, this dictionary serves as a valuable tool to aid in the instruction of the English language. It contains a vast range of words and their meanings, accompanied by examples of their usage. The book also features a pronunciation guide to assist in the correct pronunciation of words, as well as helpful grammatical explanations. This makes it an ideal resource for those who are teaching English as a second language or those who are teaching English in a non-native English speaking country.
For students, this dictionary is an essential learning aid. It provides detailed definitions of words, explanations of their usage and tips on how to correctly pronounce them. The book is also arranged in a user-friendly manner, with words arranged alphabetically on the English side, for easy access. Additionally, it includes a comprehensive guide to word roots, prefixes and suffixes, which can be particularly helpful for students who are looking to expand their vocabulary.
One of the unique features of this dictionary is its inclusion of both English and AmericanEnglish. While many dictionaries focus solely on the English from England, or solely on American-English. This book has been designed to cater to the needs of both English and American-English speakers and learners. This makes it an invaluable resource for those who are looking to understand the differences between these two variations of the English language and why there are differences in the first place.
The purpose of this book, The Complete English and American-English Dictionary for Teachers and Students, is to provide a comprehensive resource for individuals who are learning or teaching the English language with an International view of English, this is why the English Council created the I T E S O L (International Teaching of English as a Second or Other Language) course.
It has been specifically designed to cater to the needs of both English and American-English speakers and learners