Helmisdottir, Helga
Icelandic-English/English-Icelandic Practical Dictionary
- ISBN 13:
- 9780781813518
- author:
- Helmisdottir, Helga
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Hippocrene Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 358
- Dimensions:
- 17.53 x 11.43 x 2.03 centimetres
- Genre:
- Reference & Language, Languages, Polyglot Dictionaries,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Icelandic Icelandic-English - English-Icelandic by Helga Helmisdottir is a comprehensive two-way dictionary that provides up-to-date word-to-word entries for those interested in learning or using the Icelandic language. With over 18,000 entries, this dictionary covers common words as well as technical and business terms, making it an ideal resource for businesspeople, travelers, and students. The dictionary also includes guides to the Icelandic alphabet and pronunciation, as well as a practical usage guide outlining parts of speech. This level of detail is particularly useful due to Iceland's unique linguistic history, which has preserved many grammatical features from Old Norse, including four cases for nouns and three genders. Understanding the language is essential to gaining insight into Icelandic culture and literature. This dictionary is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to explore or engage with the Icelandic language.