Merriam-Webster's Pocket Spanish-English Dictionary, Newest Edition, (Flexible Paperback) (Pocket Reference Library) (English and Spanish Edition)

bought Merriam-Webster's Pocket Spanish-English Dictionary for my son, who's taking middle school Spanish. This compact dictionary has been a huge help! It's easy for him to carry and use, and the translations are clear and accurate. The dictionary has already become his go-to study aid, and I've seen his confidence in Spanish class grow. Highly recommend for any middle school student learning Spanish!

The media could not be loaded. The dictionary comes at a great price and is very thorough. The only downside is since it's a pocket dictionary the text can be very hard to read for some. If you don't need this in your pocket at all times I'd suggest going for a bigger size.

I bought this for my granddaughter as she and a group of her school friends are leaving on a trip to Latin America. She has taken her 2nd year Spanish but I thought that a referral book would come in handy. Upon seeing this book, she was very happy to have it as part of her 'be prepared' items.Thank you for creating a guide that is purse or pocket friendly and an easy-access to language usage, etc.Irene

The media could not be loaded. There are several features that really stand out about this pocket dictionary:1. This pocket dictionary is “bi-directional.” So the first half of this dictionary lists Spanish words with their English translations. And the second half of this dictionary lists English words with the words translated into Spanish.2. Since the dictionary is “bi-directional” it can be used by students learning English as well as students learning Spanish.3. There are over 40,000 words listed in this small pocket dictionary, according to the book’s publisher. Of course, I didn’t bother to count them :-)There is a section at the beginning of this dictionary which can be used as a guide for learning how to conjugate Spanish verbs. Although there are more comprehensive books for learning Spanish verbs, I don’t know of any that’s as convenient to carry with you everywhere like this pocket dictionary.If I had to pick one thing and only one thing that I truly like about this dictionary, I would have to say its size. It can fit right in your back pocket if you need a dictionary to take to your Spanish-language meet-up class or if you would like to bring a dictionary with you when vacationing in a Spanish speaking country.In closing, I’ll leave you with the 3 learning-Spanish resources which are currently my favorites. (My list of favorites changes from time to time so you may want to check my list periodically.):1. Learn Beginner Spanish: Lessons 1 to 5 from Both Original Version & New Version of Learning Spanish Like Crazy, Including Two Bonus Lessons from New Millennium Spanish. What stands out most about this program is the style of teaching used. The teaching style is very reciprocal or mutually dependent on the instructor and the student. This allows the student to not only listen but also to participate. But what appeals to me the most is that there are two bonus audio lessons included from their New Millennium Beginner Spanish program which teaches Spanish vocabulary for social media, the Web, modern technology, life styles for this millennium. Such as, eating organic food, living abroad and working as a digital nomad, and working out at a cross-fit or MMA gym. Learn Beginner Spanish also works wonders for developing an authentic sounding accent.2. 501 Spanish Verbs (501 Verb Series). If you think you can accomplish fluency in Spanish as an adult without mastering conjugating Spanish verbs, you are only fooling yourself. This book is an absolute essential resource for learning how to conjugate Spanish verbs. It will show you how to conjugate every Spanish verb tense imaginable. The version I have also includes a bonus CD which teaches both regular verbs and irregular verbs.3. Learn Basic Spanish With Fast Lane Spanish : Get In The Learning Spanish Fast Lane - Get In The Learning Spanish Fast Lane. This is from the same publisher that created Learn Beginner Spanish. What I love about this audio program besides the fact that they use the same teaching style found in Learn Beginner Spanish which includes native Spanish-speaking actors to help you get an authentic accent, this program does a great job of teaching Spanish pronouns and prepositions in a natural way. Most programs seem to skip over this topic and only focus on conjugating Spanish verbs. I am also impressed with Learn Basic Spanish's bonus package which allows you to attend a free, live, interactive monthly Webinar taught by a Spanish teacher from Colombia.If you have any questions about this pocket-dictionary, please post your questions below and I will do my best to answer your questions.

Well known dictionary. Item is as expected.

Muy útil a la hora de saber el significado de una palabra.

The book is very small and the font is hard to read

Nice to have something that isn't online with a bunch of ads and popups just to look up a word quickly. So far everything I've needed in daily life is in here. Very small, easy to carry around.