The University of Chicago Spanish-English Dictionary, Sixth Edition: Diccionario Universidad de Chicago Inglés-Español, Sexta Edición

by David A. Pharies (Editor)

Overview

For more than sixty years, The University of Chicago Spanish-English Dictionary has set the standard for concise bilingual dictionaries. Now thoroughly revised to reflect the most current vocabulary and usage in both languages, this dictionary enables users to find the precise equivalents of the words and phrases they seek.

Completely bilingual, the dictionary focuses on two contemporary international languages, American English and a worldwide Spanish rooted in both Latin American and Iberian sources.
 
The sixth edition has been updated with six thousand new words and meanings selected for their frequency of use, rising popularity, and situational necessity. In order to best represent the dynamic and increasingly connected cultures of three continents, this edition features enhanced coverage of the vocabulary associated with four areas of increasing global importance: medicine, business, digital technology, and sports.
 
Clear, precise, and easy to use, The University of Chicago Spanish-English Dictionary continues to serve as the essential reference for students, travelers, businesspeople, and everyone interested in building their linguistic proficiency in both Spanish and English.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780226666969
Publisher:	University of Chicago Press
Publication date:	08/01/2012
Edition description:	Sixth Edition
Pages:	626
Sales rank:	562,958
Product dimensions:	5.30(w) x 8.40(h) x 1.70(d)

About the Author

David A. Phariesis associate dean for humanities in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and professor of Spanish at the University of Florida. He is the author of A Brief History of the Spanish Language and Breve historia de la lengua española, both published by the University of Chicago Press.

Table of Contents

Preface to the Sixth Edition
 
Preámbulo a la sexta edición
 
How to Use The University of Chicago Spanish-English Dictionary
 
Cómo usar el Diccionario Universidad de Chicago Inglés-Español
 
 
Spanish-English * Español-Inglés
 
            List of Abbreviations
 
            Spanish Pronunciation
 
            Notes on Spanish Grammar
 
            Common Spanish Suffixes
 
            Spanish Regular Verbs
 
            Spanish Irregular and Orthographic Changing Verbs
 
 
            Spanish-English Dictionary, A-Z
 
 
Inglés-Español * English-Spanish
 
            Lista de abreviaturas
 
            Pronunciación del inglés americano
 
            Notas sobre gramática inglesa
 
            Sufijos comunes del inglés
 
            Verbos irregulares de la lengua inglesa
 
 
            Diccionario inglés-español, A-Z

Editorial Reviews

"This application is an important new contribution to update the traditional dictionary to the new digital era. With its new terminology and careful selection, it constitutes an excellent daily dictionary and reference book/application. This dictionary allows the user to quickly select from a wide array of functions that go beyond the traditional dictionary. Therefore it is a useful tool for students and travelers alike."--Alfonso Abad Mancheño "Hispania"

"A very good, solid dictionary."-- "Choice"

"This new edition stresses the malleability of both the American version of English and the Latin American version of Spanish. . . . While the task of cataloguing regionalisms across Latin America is daunting, this dictionary does capture much of its slang, and even sometimes off-color usage, making the book as warm as its easygoing typeface."-- "Publishers Weekly"

"Why invest in the latest edition of the University of Chicago's Spanish-English Dictionary? In a word, mas! Reflecting increasing popularity of use and need in growing global industries, 6,000 words and their definitions have been added to the already impressive glossary. . . . Comprehensive in scope, but simple enough to use for even the most tongue-tied linguist. This completely bilingual text is a smart update."-- "Library Journal"

From the Publisher

"This application is an important new contribution to update the traditional dictionary to the new digital era. With its new terminology and careful selection, it constitutes an excellent daily dictionary and reference book/application. This dictionary allows the user to quickly select from a wide array of functions that go beyond the traditional dictionary. Therefore it is a useful tool for students and travelers alike."

Hispania - Alfonso Abad Mancheño

A very good, solid dictionary.

Choice

"This application is an important new contribution to update the traditional dictionary to the new digital era. With its new terminology and careful selection, it constitutes an excellent daily dictionary and reference book/application. This dictionary allows the user to quickly select from a wide array of functions that go beyond the traditional dictionary. Therefore it is a useful tool for students and travelers alike."

Alfonso Abad Mancheno

Why invest in the latest edition of the University of Chicago's Spanish-English Dictionary? In a word, mas! Reflecting increasing popularity of use and need in growing global industries, 6,000 words and their definitions have been added to the already impressive glossary, including 600 medical, 750 business, 500 digital technology, and 400 sport terms. Entries include pronunciation, grammatical category, regional usage, illustrative phrases, and more. A guide to each language's grammatical irregularities and pronunciation serves as a handy introduction to the lexicon. Comprehensive in scope, but simple enough to use for even the most tongue-tied linguist. VERDICT This completely bilingual text is a smart update for any public or academic library.

Library Journal

The first complete English translation of the early 17th century Portuguese best seller that purports to recount the author's 21 years in east Asia (1537-1558). Translator and editor Rebecca D. Caty (Renaissance and medieval studies, UCLA) however, sees the work as an elaborate satire on Portuguese colonialism, though accepting the accuracy of the descriptions. In a lengthy introduction, she outlines the political and religious context in which Pinto wrote and distinguishes between the author and his fictional narrator. Includes maps, over 30 b&w plates, three glossaries (without pronunciation) and a gazetteer. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Booknews

"This application is an important new contribution to update the traditional dictionary to the new digital era. With its new terminology and careful selection, it constitutes an excellent daily dictionary and reference book/application. This dictionary allows the user to quickly select from a wide array of functions that go beyond the traditional dictionary. Therefore it is a useful tool for students and travelers alike."

Alfonso Abad Mancheño