The Quick Reference French Dictionary offers coverage of the essential vocabulary beginners will need, together with a special range of carefully structured practical language-learning features. The core vocabulary of French and English provides quick access to the 40,000 words and phrases specifically needed by beginners. Advice is provided on when and how to use each word, with hundreds of examples showing the dos and don'ts of grammar and usage. Pronunciation guidance and verb tables give full support to the beginner and test-yourself exercises provide details of everyday situations and show how to cope with them through role play and model dialogues.