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The Collins Spanish Concise Dictionary has been revised & updated to cover all the latest vocabulary making it ideal for intermediate to advanced learners of Spanish. This eighth edition of Collins Spanish Concise Dictionary is designed for students & professionals using Spanish in the course of their work or study. It draws on Collins unique databases of Spanish & English to ensure that the user has the most complete & accurate picture of real language available today. * This new edition contains all the latest vocabulary from a wide range of fields with special feature entries about life & culture in Spanish-speaking countries. * The in-depth treatment of complex words practical tips on spoken & written Spanish & weblinks which guide the user to additional information make this dictionary the ideal tool for intermediate to advanced students. * Accessible colour layout guides users quickly to what they want. Some of the other titles available in Collins Spanish range are Collins Spanish Dictionary Collins Spanish Dictionary & Grammar & Collins Pocket Spanish Dictionary
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