Every word counts! An essential resource for all Scrabble players. This major new edition of Collins Scrabble Dictionary is fully updated to include all the words of up to nine letters in the latest official Scrabble word list & allows players to settle disputes over the eligibility of words. This book

Includes:: all playable words of two to nine letters in length in one easy-to-follow straight alphabetical list. The short definitions given for every word listed have been updated for this new edition & allow players to check meanings of words without having to consult a secondary dictionary. Collins Scrabble dictionaries are endorsed by Mattel & are an essential reference for all Scrabble players from keen regular players to families playing with children. SCRABBLE (t) is a registered trademark of J. W. Spear & Sons Ltd. a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. (c) 2007 Mattel Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Collins Skills for the TOEIC Test: Listening & Reading is a unique skills-based exam preparation course. TOEIC (Test of English for International Communication) is a test of English proficiency for people in the workplace seeking to work in an international environment or looking for promotion within their organisation. The TOEIC test questions simulate real-life situations relevant to the global workplace. Score reports for candidates provide accurate meaningful feedback about a test takers strengths & weaknesses. Collins Skills for TOEIC is a two book series (1 Listening/ Reading; 2 Speaking/ Writing) & focuses on helping learners handle the integrated skill aspect of the TOEIC test where they are required to produce responses based on mixed input. Each book in the series therefore will contain all four skills but in different weightings. Summary * Quick Guide: question overviews give learners an easy reference to the characteristics of each question type * Challenges & Solutions: these sections offer strategy & skills reviews to help learners learn how to overcome the most common challenges. * Get it right: gives a quick overview of the most important steps for doing well on each question type &

Includes:: useful vocabulary & expressions * Answer Analysis: teaches learners how to rule out distracter answer options * Progressive Practice: encourages independent learning by offering a graded progression of content & task sets * Review sections: offer timed TOEIC test-taking guides & help learners practice what theyve learned in a simulated environment * Audio CD: enables effective TOEIC practice * Highly experienced author team who have written TOEIC materials before & have also worked as teachers themselves preparing learners for the test.

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Celebrating the 40th anniversary of the market-leading Collins Spanish Dictionary this ninth edition remains the perfect resource for all advanced learners of Spanish. First published in 1971 the Collins Spanish Dictionary pioneered a new approach to bilingual dictionary publishing which continues to inspire millions of language users today. With wide-ranging coverage of contemporary Spanish & English a wealth of examples & idioms & a clear colour layout this remains the ideal dictionary for advanced learners & professionals using Spanish. * Up-to-date with thousands of the latest words from a wide range of areas * Thousands of examples & idioms all based on evidence from a multimillion-word corpus of real Spanish & English * Extensive notes on language grammar & culture to help the user with typical translation issues * Coverage of European & Latin American Spanish * Clear & user-friendly colour layout
- designed so that users find the correct translation quickly *

Includes:: the acclaimed Language in Use supplement to help you communicate in natural idomatic Spanish * Colour thumb tabs on each page * With over 315 000 references this is the largest Spanish dictionary on the market Other titles in the Collins Spanish Dictionary range include Collins Spanish Dictionary & Grammar & Collins Concise Spanish Dictionary.


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The Collins Spanish Dictionary & Grammar is an up-to-date dictionary & a user-friendly grammar guide in one handy volume. Colour headwords cultural notes & an easy-to-use grammar section make this book ideal for intermediate learners. Collins Spanish Dictionary & Grammar is designed for intermediate learners of Spanish whether at school at home or for business. 80 000 references & 110 000 translations will help those learning Spanish take their language skills to the next level. * This edition of Collins Spanish Dictionary & Grammar has been revised & updated to offer extensive & relevant coverage of today's English & Spanish with thousands of phrases & examples guiding the user to the most appropriate translation. * A comprehensive grammar guide which presents detailed examples & translations to help users understand Spanish grammar
- the perfect complement to the dictionary. * The clear Collins typography gives the text a contemporary feel & along with the new alphabet tabs ensures that users find the information they need quickly & easily. Log on to www.collinslanguage.com & access our free online Spanish dictionary. Some of the other titles available in the Collins Spanish dictionary range are Collins Spanish Gem Collins Spanish Pocket & Collins Spanish Concise Dictionary
- giving users all the help they need.

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Collins Spanish Essential Dictionary & Grammar is an up-to-date dictionary & a user-friendly grammar guide in one easily portable volume. Colour headwords cultural notes & an easy-to-use grammar section make this the ideal book for intermediate learners. Collins Spanish Essential Dictionary & Grammar is a new easy-to-carry up-to-date guide to the Spanish language
- ideal to be used in school on holiday or for business. * This new addition to the Collins Spanish Dictionaries range has been compiled to offer extensive & relevant coverage of today's English & Spanish with thousands of phrases & examples guiding you to the most appropriate translation. * A comprehensive grammar guide presents detailed examples & translations to help you to understand Spanish grammar
- the perfect complement to the dictionary. * Full coverage of GCSE words & phrases to give you all the help you need when revising for your exams. * The clear colour layout gives the text a contemporary feel & along with the new alphabet tabs ensures that you find the information you need quickly & easily. Log on to www.collinslanguage.com & access our free online Spanish dictionary. Some of the other titles available in the Collins Spanish dictionary range are Collins Gem Spanish Dictionary Collins Pocket Spanish Dictionary & Collins Spanish Dictionary
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With Collins Spanish Phrasebook & Dictionary you will sound & speak like a native. As the only phrasebook in the market offering an hour's worth of downloadable audio files it's ideal for practicing pronunciation listening comprehension & becoming more confident not just in speaking but in understanding others when abroad. Collins Spanish Phrasebook & Dictionary is 'four books in one'
- a photoguide a phrasebook a food guide containing a menu reader & a 5 000-word dictionary. The phrases are short & easy to use. The language reflects everyday speech
- there are no lengthy sentences to struggle & sweat over. The phrases have a simple guide to help with pronunciation. There are also practical tips to help you make the most of your visit abroad. The new 4-colour layout allows easy access to key information. Collins Spanish Phrasebook & Dictionary isn't just for emergencies. The specially commissioned food guides describe the different regional dishes & wines. They also contain a comprehensive menu reader to guide you through the maze of menus. The free audio files cover all the essential phrases needed to get by. They are presented clearly & slowly by a native speaker & all words & phrases are repeated twice. The listening material provides a chance to practise & learn key words & vocabulary before you embark on your travels. Repeated listening will ensure that you will recognize much of what is said to you abroad & will give you extra confidence in your pronunciation.

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This new fully revised edition of the Collins Spanish School Dictionary is ideal for secondary school students looking for a dictionary that is clear easy to use & in a handy format. * Collins Spanish School Dictionary is specially designed for school students & is ideal in the classroom at home & during exams. * It contains all the words & phrases students will need with key curriculum words highlighted all essential phrases covered & thousands of examples to show how Spanish is really used. * The clear colour layout & alphabet tabs down the side of each page lead the students to the information they need quickly & without fuss. All main translations are underlined to help users go straight to the answer they are looking for. * The dictionary

Includes:: language tips & culture notes throughout the text. * Soy eres es... Spanish verbs made easy! Each verb on the Spanish side of the dictionary is cross-referred to a comprehensive verb guide with full conjugations & example phrases showing the verb used in context. Also available in French & German. Other titles in the Collins Spanish Dictionary range include Collins Gem Spanish Dictionary Collins Easy Learning Spanish Dictionary & Collins Gem Spanish School Dictionary.

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Collins Spanish Visual Dictionary will help you get the picture! With 3 600 illustrations labelled in Spanish & English & arranged by topics this invaluable learning tool is ideal for those wishing to develop their Spanish vocabulary quickly & easily. From food to plumbing to birds & the weather Collins Spanish Visual Dictionary covers all aspects of contemporary Spanish in 600 topics illustrated throughout & presented in a handy format. Find the word you need quickly & easily & remember it by visualizing it. This unique way to learn is ideal for Spanish studies business holidays or anyone emigrating to Spain. ...

If your speaking is preventing you from getting the score you need in IELTS Collins Speaking for IELTS can help. Dont let one skill hold you back. Collins Speaking for IELTS has been specially created for learners of English who plan to take the IELTS exam to demonstrate that they have the required ability to communicate effectively in English either at work or at university. It is ideal for learners with band score 5
- 5.5 who are aiming for band score 6 or higher on the IELTS test (CEF level B1 & above). What is IELTS? The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is sat by over 1.4 million candidates around the world every year. It is the most common test used by universities for foreign students to prove their language level. IELTS is also increasingly used for immigration purposes with Australia New Zealand & Canada all requiring visa applicants whose first language is not English to submit an IELTS grade. The system tests candidates Reading Writing Listening & Speaking in four separate papers. Usually students must gain a good mark in all four skills in order to gain entry to the course job or country of their choice. For this reason candidates will often sit the exam numerous times to secure the score that they need. Powered by COBUILD The 4-billion-word Collins corpus is the worlds largest database of the English language. It is updated every month & has been at the heart of Collins COBUILD for over 20 years.
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Collins Phonics & Spelling is a series of seven puzzle books linked to the spelling requirements of each primary year group. The books contain a mixture of fun puzzle activities to practise & support phonics word-building spelling & vocabulary at home. * A fun way to practise spelling & phonics * Build understanding of spelling rules & patterns with clear examples * Challenging activities to support more able children * Practice activities for less confident children ...