A Frequency Dictionary of Portuguese (Routledge Frequency Dictionaries)
An essential tool for learners of Portuguese! This dictionary presents the 5,000 most frequently used words in Portuguese, drawn from a 20-million-word corpus that combines both European and Brazilian Portuguese, with material from written texts and spoken sources.
Key Features
- 5,000 entries with English equivalents, sample sentences, register information, and dialect notes.
- Two access methods: a frequency listing and an alphabetical index.
- 30 thematic word lists (sports, weather, clothing, relationships, and more) integrated throughout the book.
- Content based on authentic usage—covering both formal and informal registers.
- Enables learners to build vocabulary effectively and focus on the words that matter most.
For Students and Researchers
Designed for learners at all levels, this engaging resource helps maximize vocabulary learning and supports fluency development. In addition, the accompanying digital support material (formerly included on CD) can now be accessed at www.routledge.com/9780415419970, providing the complete text in a format suitable for corpus and computational linguists.
Why Use This Dictionary?
- Learn the most relevant words first—boosting reading, writing, and speaking skills faster.
- Contextualized vocabulary with authentic examples.
- Valuable for both classroom study and independent learning.
- A reliable reference for teachers, linguists, and researchers interested in Portuguese usage.
A Frequency Dictionary of Portuguese is both an academic resource and a practical guide—perfect for anyone serious about mastering Portuguese vocabulary.