Diccionario (en. Dictionary)

/dikθjoˈnaɾjo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Reference work that contains a list of words and their meanings.

The dictionary is essential for understanding the language correctly.

El diccionario es esencial para comprender el idioma correctamente.

Useful tool for language students.

I always consult the dictionary when I encounter a word I do not know.

Siempre consulto el diccionario cuando encuentro una palabra que no conozco.

Collection of words systematically organized.

There is a specialized dictionary for scientific terms.

Hay un diccionario especializado en términos científicos.

From the Latin 'dictionarium', which means 'book of words'.

to look up in the dictionary

Consult the dictionary to clarify a question about the meaning of a word.

buscar en el diccionario

thesaurus

Dictionary that lists synonyms and antonyms of words.

diccionario de sinónimos

glossary

List of terms with their definitions, usually used in books.

glosario

vocabulary

Set of words that a person knows or uses.

vocabulario

Quick reference of words.

When I don't understand something, I always check the dictionary.

Cuando no entiendo algo, siempre chequeo el diccionario.

My study partner.

The dictionary is my best friend in Spanish classes.

El diccionario es mi mejor amigo en las clases de español.