English-Chinese Bilingual Dictionary of English Proverbs and Their Applications

Author: Jin Chun
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Publish Date: 2002-10-01
Features: This dictionary compiles classic English and condenses Western culture. It has the following characteristics:
1. It includes over 6,000 common English proverbs, gathering classic proverbs from the United States, the United Kingdom, and other Western countries.
2. The entire book is organized by different categories of proverbs, allowing readers to look up them according to their needs.
3. Each proverb is accompanied by a Chinese translation and supported by similar or analogous Chinese proverbs or idioms as references; most proverbs also come with English definitions.
4. Explanations and annotations are provided for the difficulties in terms of text, language, culture, history, and the origins of the proverbs.
5. A reference book for high school and college students, English workers, and, as well as a helpful guide and companion.