This French dictionary of essential vocabulary contains over 100,000 words, phrases, translations, and frequently-used words, which are the building blocks to learning the language. It features: warning symbols to make slang and informal words and expressions instantly identifiable; an A-Z of cultural information to help students further their understanding of the French-speaking world; model letters and sample CVs to help with corrrespondence; and short grammar and a glossary of grammatical terms to aid effective communication. The pronunciation is shown for every French headword and there is a table of regular and irregular French verbs and games to help develop dictionary skills.