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Asian and European languages: Find dictionaries

This guide will help you find resources in specific languages

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To find dictionaries in a language of your choice go to Advanced search in OneSearch. Begin by selecting the Title  or the Subject field and use dictionaries as your search word. Alternatively, if you are looking for a specific title, search with that title. Then use the Language drop-down option to select the language you need:

 

 

Many multilingual dictionaries are freely available online. You might like to try:

 

    Bab.la

 
 

Linguee is a free online dictionary where you can look up words and phrases for a number of languages. Download the free app (iOS only) for convenience.

 
 

Lexilogos

Offers a comprehensive set of resources for the study of the languages of the world.

 

Apps

  • Linguee (iOS)
  • DeepL (iOS and Android)
  • Google Translate (iOS and Android)

... and many more in your App Store. 

Credo Reference is an online reference library providing access to a large number of encyclopedias, dictionaries, thesauri and other reference books. Subjects covered include art, biography, history, literature, music, religion, and science and technology.‎

 

 

 

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