Modern Japanese-Chinese Dictionary

Author: Song Wenjun, Editor-in-Chief
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Publishing Date: 2005-08-01
Features: This dictionary is a large-scale reference book primarily based on modern Japanese language, with its content mainly aimed at Chinese readers. It is intended for a wide range of Japanese learners in China, as well as those engaged in Japanese translation, teaching, and scientific research. The dictionary contains over 110,000 entries, making it the largest of its kind currently available in China. Summarizing its features, the following points can be highlighted:
(1) The dictionary includes a broad range of vocabulary, covering words commonly used in modern Japanese. Special attention is given to newly coined terms in Japan in recent years, as well as established loanwords that have been tested over time. Some archaic or obsolete expressions frequently found in modern books and newspapers are also selectively included. To meet the needs of China's modernization, many technical terms commonly seen in Japanese publications are also included.
(2) The definitions are striving for accuracy and completeness, with clear and precise concepts. Each entry is accompanied by corresponding Chinese translations to avoid overly verbose explanations without translation. For common or difficult-to-understand, use, or translate words, in addition to supplementary explanations, example sentences are provided. Some entries also include information on the origin of the word and restricted usage, as well as synonyms and antonyms, to help readers grasp the meaning more accurately.
(3) After each entry, relevant proverbs, idioms, or set phrases from modern Japanese are included in bold and accompanied by necessary example sentences.
(4) The dictionary follows a clear and user-friendly format, making it easy to search. Common or important derived or compound words are listed separately as independent entries, with examples provided when necessary.
(5) For words that are easily confused with others in meaning or usage, additional notes are often included after the definitions to provide differentiation explanations.
(6) Following the practice of modern Japanese dictionaries, Chinese components of compound words are also included as entries, with numerous example words listed. This greatly facilitates readers in looking up words derived from Chinese components and their pronunciation.
(7) The dictionary includes appendices, which are also an important part of the book. However, due to space constraints, the dictionary does not include a "Kanji Index." Readers who need to consult the dictionary using a kanji index may refer to the Japanese Kanji Pronunciation Dictionary published by the Commercial Press.