A Comprehensive Pronouncing and Explanatory Dictionary of the English Language: With Vocabularies of Classical, Scripture, and Modern Geographical Names (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Joseph E. Worcester

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0484887238 ISBN 13: 9780484887236

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Master the sounds of languages and place names with this comprehensive pronunciation dictionary.

This edition expands and refines its guidance on European languages and on modern geographical names, helping readers pronounce unfamiliar terms with confidence. It offers practical rules and examples that illuminate how vowels, diphthongs, and consonants behave across languages, plus an extensive collection of modern geographical names set in clear, usable form.

Built for students, travelers, and readers who need reliable guidance on pronunciation, the book combines theoretical notes with concrete practice. It frames pronunciation within a broad reference work that also includes vocabularies of classical, scripture, and contemporary geographical names, making it easier to sound natural when encountering foreign terms.

• Rules for vowels, diphthongs, and consonants across major continental languages
• Guidance on rendering modern geographical names with accuracy
• Extensive exemplars and notes to aid quick, confident pronunciation
• Practical reminders about regional variations and user-friendly usage

Ideal for readers who value precise pronunciation in study, travel, or reference work.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0484887238
• ISBN 13: 9780484887236
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 536