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Routledge Dictionary of Cultural References in Modern French
Routledge Dictionary of Cultural References in Modern French
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The Routledge Dictionary of Cultural References in Modern French provides clear and concise explanations of the cultural dimension behind the most frequently used words and phrases in the contemporary French press, allowing readers to go beyond a superficial understanding and see the hidden cultural significance that is transparent to native speakers.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 650 pages
Publication date: 17 November 2020
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
The second edition of The Routledge Dictionary of Cultural References in Modern French delves into the hidden cultural dimension of contemporary French, as used in the press, surpassing the limited and purely lexical approach of traditional bilingual dictionaries. Despite the proficiency of foreign learners of French, they often struggle to fully comprehend French articles due to inadequate knowledge of cultural references. This cultural dictionary aims to provide clear and concise explanations of the crucial cultural dimension behind the most frequently used words and phrases found in the contemporary French press. By offering this vital background information, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the French press and the French language, uncovering the implicit cultural significance that is transparent to native speakers.
The fully revised second edition of this dictionary encompasses a wide range of cultural references, spanning from historical and literary to popular and classical domains. It includes an enhanced analysis of puns and wordplay commonly employed in the press. With over 3,000 cultural references explained with updated examples, this dictionary offers a comprehensive resource for students of French seeking to enhance their understanding. It features a three-level frequency indicator to assist in identifying the most commonly used terms. Additionally, new and expanded chapters cover the French of Quebec, institutional and academic references, and English borrowings in the fields of IT and medical science.
To further test knowledge before and after reading, the dictionary includes over 600 online questions. Whether you are an undergraduate or postgraduate student of French, The Routledge Dictionary of Cultural References in Modern French is an invaluable reference for expanding your cultural knowledge and proficiency in the language.
Weight: 980g
Dimension: 156 x 236 x 44 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367376758
Edition number: 2 New edition
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