How Long to Read The Routledge Dictionary of Cultural References in Modern French

How Long Does it Take to Read The Routledge Dictionary of Cultural References in Modern French?

It takes the average reader 10 hours and 26 minutes to read The Routledge Dictionary of Cultural References in Modern French by Michael Mould

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

Now in its second edition, The Routledge Dictionary of Cultural References in Modern French reveals the hidden cultural dimension of contemporary French, as used in the press, going beyond the limited and purely lexical approach of traditional bilingual dictionaries. Even foreign learners of French who possess a good level of French often have difficulty in fully understanding French articles, not because of any linguistic shortcomings on their part but because of their inadequate knowledge of the cultural references. This cultural dictionary of French provides the reader with clear and concise explanations of the crucial cultural dimension behind the most frequently used words and phrases found in the contemporary French press. This vital background information, gathered here in this innovative and entertaining dictionary, will allow readers to go beyond a superficial understanding of the French press and the French language in general to see the hidden yet implied cultural significance that is so transparent to the native speaker. This fully revised second edition includes: a broad range of cultural references from the historical and literary to the popular and classical; an enhanced analysis of punning mechanisms used in the press; over 3,000 cultural references explained with updated examples; a three-level indicator of frequency; new and expanded chapters on the French of Quebec, institutional and academic references, and English borrowings in the areas of IT and medical science; over 600 online questions to test knowledge before and after reading. The Routledge Dictionary of Cultural References in Modern French is the ideal reference for all undergraduate and postgraduate students of French seeking to enhance their understanding of the French language. It will also be of interest to teachers, translators and Francophiles alike. French students in khâgne, Sciences-Po and schools of journalism will also find this book valuable and relevant for their studies. Test questions and solutions are available at www.routledge.com/9780367376758, in addition to three online chapters. These bonus chapters explore figurative expressions involving the names of animals, the language of the law and slang terms.

How long is The Routledge Dictionary of Cultural References in Modern French?

The Routledge Dictionary of Cultural References in Modern French by Michael Mould is 622 pages long, and a total of 156,744 words.

This makes it 210% the length of the average book. It also has 192% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Routledge Dictionary of Cultural References in Modern French Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 14 hours and 16 minutes to read The Routledge Dictionary of Cultural References in Modern French aloud.

What Reading Level is The Routledge Dictionary of Cultural References in Modern French?

The Routledge Dictionary of Cultural References in Modern French is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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