A Primary Pronouncing Dictionary of the English Language: With Vocabularies of Classical, Scripture, and Modern Geographical Names (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Master the sounds of English and the world’s proper names with an authoritative pronunciation guide.
This edition of A Primary Pronouncing Dictionary of the English Language offers practical rules, clear examples, and extensive vocabularies for classical, scripture, and modern geographical names.
Built for quick reference, it combines pronunciation rules with a vast collection of names from Greek and Latin origins to place names and beyond. You’ll find guidance on how to read tricky syllables, stress patterns, and alphabetic quirks, plus a sprawling roster of proper names to aid accurate spelling and pronunciation in research, teaching, or proofreading.
- Step-by-step pronunciation rules for common and unusual endings
- Extensive lists of Greek and Latin proper names and their anglicized forms
- Vocabularies covering classical, scripture, and modern geographical names
- Clear examples and consistent, shopper-friendly reference language
Ideal for students, editors, teachers, and word enthusiasts who value precise pronunciation and correct naming across historical and geographical contexts.
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