We all remember in our child, and even the years after, having looked up definitions in a dictionary.
Despite the advent of the internet, the dictionary remains a reference work for knowing the definition of a word.
This book reveals the literal meanings of words, but also their figurative meanings.
A dictionary is also very useful for checking the exact spelling of a word so as not to make mistakes.
In addition to the dictionaries of definitions, some serve to know the synonyms, the antonyms, or the translations of the words.
In short, there are a large number of existing types of dictionaries to meet many different needs.
Here we offer a selection of several commercially available dictionaries.
Our selection
Larousse Pocket Dictionary 2023
Le Robert Illustrated Dictionary 2023
Pocket Synonyms Larousse Dictionary
Robert Le Junior Pocket Plus Dictionary 7/11 years old
Larousse Junior dictionary 7/11 years old
Dictionary Le Robert College 11/15 years old
Larousse Pocket Dictionary 2023
Fnac
€8.95
SEE
Culture
€8.95
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Amazon
€8.95
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Leclerc
€8.95
SEE
Both compact and well thought out, the Larousse de Poche 2023 will be your best ally for writing and speaking.
In addition to the 76,000 definitions of common nouns and proper nouns, it houses plenty of French expressions.
You will also find there encyclopaedic articles in history, employment difficulties so as not to make any more errors, or even French expressions.
There are also 84 conjugation tables.
76,000 definitions
Le Robert Illustrated Dictionary 2023
Amazon
€32.90
SEE
Fnac
€32.90
SEE
Culture
€32.90
SEE
Leclerc
€32.90
SEE
Like every year, Le Robert releases the new edition of its famous dictionary.
In this 2023 version, you will find 160,000 definitions.
The book also contains 35,000 proper names, 2,000 encyclopedic files and thematic plates, not to mention the 6,000 illustrations.
Searching is very easy and an online dictionary is included.
You can view lots of multimedia content.
160,000 definitions
Pocket Synonyms Larousse Dictionary
Fnac
€7.99
SEE
Culture
€7.99
SEE
Amazon
€7.99
SEE
Leclerc
€7.99
SEE
Vary your vocabulary by discovering the synonyms of many words.
The Larousse dictionary of Synonyms contains 165,000 synonyms, as well as 25,000 examples.
You will also find all the nuances of meaning there.
This will avoid repetitions in your writing.
Thanks to its pocket size, this dictionary is very easy to carry despite its 880 pages.
165,000 synonyms
Robert Le Junior Pocket Plus Dictionary 7/11 years old
Culture
€12.30
SEE
Fnac
€12.30
SEE
Amazon
€12.30
SEE
Leclerc
€12.30
SEE
Your children also have the right to their dictionary with this Robert Le Junior Poche Plus 7/11 year old version.
It contains 31,000 words with their meanings.
The examples are clear and telling.
The pocket size is very convenient to carry, and the cover is soft so it won't weigh too much.
600 proper nouns are also present.
There is also an English notebook.
Pocket size
Larousse Junior dictionary 7/11 years old
Culture
€17.95
SEE
Fnac
€17.95
SEE
Amazon
€17.95
SEE
Leclerc
€17.95
SEE
From CE1 to CM1, your child will be able to use this Larousse Junior dictionary.
It is very complete with its 32,000 words and meanings with precise definitions and concrete examples.
The book also contains 2500 illustrations to be pleasant to consult by the youngest.
There is also an English lexicon, a chronology and an atlas.
A “French language” folder is present.
2500 pictures
Dictionary Le Robert College 11/15 years old
Amazon
€22.99
SEE
Culture
€22.99
SEE
Amazon
€22.99
SEE
Leclerc
€22.99
SEE
Is your child in college?
Then buy him this dictionary Le Robert College 11/15 years.
This book is recommended by teachers and contains 100,000 words, meanings and synonyms to develop your vocabulary.
The conjugation of all verbs is also available.
The dictionary also contains a part to improve its general knowledge with 7000 proper names, and a historical and geographical atlas.
Recommended by teachers
What are the different types of dictionaries?
Now let's move on to the various types of dictionaries found on the shelves of bookstores or online merchants.
If when we hear dictionary we often think only of the work giving definitions, they can however be much more varied.
There are therefore classic dictionaries containing all the definitions of a word (with proper and figurative meanings).
The latter are generally the most widespread, those found in a large number of private libraries.
You can also buy a dictionary with synonyms and antonyms of a word.
This type of dictionary is very useful for people working in writing, or for students who have homework or other writing to do for school.
We can also cite bilingual dictionaries.
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they will make it possible to pass from French to another language by giving the translation of the words according to the needs of the user.
Do you like to play Scrabble?
Well know that there is a dictionary specially designed for this game. It allows you to check that the words written on the game board are indeed valid and can be counted.
Finally, you have dictionaries for children, available for various ages depending on the editions.
Choosing the right dictionary for a child
Do you have a child at home?
Well know that there are dictionaries specially designed for the youngest.
If you want your child to get the most out of it, you should choose the dictionary you buy for him carefully.
Let's see what are the criteria to take into account when making your purchase.
First, check the age the dictionary is for.
This information will necessarily be mentioned on the cover of the book.
Publishers may specify an age range or a grade level (e.g. middle school), or sometimes both, so you are clear who the dictionary is for.
If you do not take a dictionary adapted to his age and level, your child may find it too complicated.
He will certainly not want to use it and therefore your purchase will be of little use.
Very often, dictionaries intended for children are illustrated.
This makes reading much more enjoyable and meaningful for young readers.
They will take more pleasure in consulting the definitions if drawings or photos are present.
Finally, consider the format.
A pocket model will be more compact and therefore easier to use or carry for a child.
If you plan to use it more at home, you can choose a large format which will be more complete and more detailed.
Finally, consider the format.
A pocket model will be more compact and therefore easier to use or carry for a child.
If you plan to use it more at home, you can choose a large format which will be more complete and more detailed.
Finally, consider the format.
A pocket model will be more compact and therefore easier to use or carry for a child.
If you plan to use it more at home, you can choose a large format which will be more complete and more detailed.
How to sell your old dictionary?
Do you have one or more old dictionaries lying around your home and don't know what to do with them?
Rest assured, it is possible to resell them.
You can first of all appeal to sites specializing in the recovery of books.
One can in particular quote Momox which repurchases the second-hand books.
They will then be resold and will have a new life.
You can also resell your dictionaries on your own on second-hand sites such as Le Bon Coin, Vinted, or online marketplaces such as Amazon or Fnac.
If you can't sell them, you can also donate them to associations.