A Comprehensive Pronouncing and Explanatory Dictionary of the English Language With Vocabularies of Classical, Scripture, and Modern Geographical Names Classic Reprint
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
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- Title
- A Comprehensive Pronouncing and Explanatory Dictionary of the English Language With Vocabularies of Classical, Scripture, and Modern Geographical Names Classic Reprint
- Author
- Joseph E. Worcester
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2018
- Condition
- New
- Binding
- HRD
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0484887238
- ISBN 13
- 9780484887236
- Item weight
- 969 grams
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.
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