Longman Dictionaries

Our learner dictionaries feature commonly used words to make understanding easy, whatever your level. They help you learn vocabulary and understand words in context, to improve your communication skills. Our dictionaries help you develop natural English with definitions and whole, authentic English sentences.

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Longman Active Study Dictionary cover image — Longman Active Study Dictionary

100,000 words, phrases and meanings.

A practical learner’s dictionary – small enough to carry around, big enough to include all the words students need to know.

A must-have for all learners of English at intermediate level looking to increase their vocabulary (with the integrated thesaurus) and improve fluency (through knowledge of collocations). Build vocabulary further with the innovative Longman Vocabulary Trainer on the CD-ROM. Also available for iPhone and iPad.

Language: American English, British English
ISBN: 9781408218327

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Longman Dictionary of American English cover image — Longman Dictionary of American English

95,000 words, phrases and meanings.

The latest edition of this best-selling dictionary helps intermediate students improve their writing with the new Collocations feature and offers extra support for those studying other subjects in English.

The integrated Thesaurus helps students build their vocabulary. The online version offers the entire content of the dictionary plus additional innovative functionality to facilitate customisable teaching and learning, and a wealth of customisable practice so that users focus on the words that they want to learn. Students preparing for SATs and TOEFL® can also practice their exam skills using the interactive exercises.

Language: American English
ISBN: 9781447948100

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Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English cover image — Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English

230,000 words, phrases and meanings for advanced learners.

The sixth edition of this best-selling dictionary ensures students produce more accurate English both in writing and speaking. Now with expanded grammar information, students get extra help with grammar patterns and using the correct tenses. The integrated Collocations Dictionary shows learners which words to use together, while the integrated Thesaurus helps them to expand their vocabulary. Register Notes focus on the differences between spoken and written English.

Also available for iPhone, iPad and Android.

Language: American English, British English
ISBN: 9781447954200

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Longman Basic English Dictionary cover image — Longman Basic English Dictionary

12,000 words and phrases for young learners.

A simple and fun introduction to monolingual dictionaries for younger learners. With thousands of simple examples, up-to-date coverage, easy definitions, fun illustrations, 16 full-color topic pages and Workbook exercises for vocabulary practice, this is the ideal young learners’ first dictionary.

Language: British English
ISBN: 9780582438507

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Longman Photo Dictionary of American English cover image — Longman Photo Dictionary of American English

The Longman Photo Dictionary of American English is a vocabulary resource for beginning students that makes learning 3,000 targeted words easy. The clear color photographs help students learn words in context. The Workbook is an excellent supplement that recycles the words from the dictionary to help students use and remember the words they are learning.

Features: 1,000 color photos arranged thematically/contextually; 94 topics that are a part of every student’s life; conversation activities cover basic grammar points; pronunciation of all words plus listening activities on CDs; multilingual edition features full glossary in Spanish, Korean and Vietnamese; workbook with over 400 exercises and activities cover a variety of tasks such as matching, categorizing, completing analogies, and creating sentences.

Language: American English
ISBN: 9781405827966

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Longman Photo Dictionary of British English cover image — Longman Photo Dictionary of British English

3,500 pictures help students of all ages understand everyday words in English. An easy-to-use dictionary, with words grouped into topic areas such as food, computers, sports etc. Listen to words on the audio CDs and build fluency through class conversations and writing activities found on every page.

Language: British English
ISBN: 9781408261958

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Longman Picture Dictionary of American English cover image — Longman Picture Dictionary of American English

This colorful picture dictionary combines clarity with humor to make it appealing to primary and lower secondary students. Approximately 1,500 words are illustrated, with difficult key words contextualized in full sentences. Tasks and activities, designed to build vocabulary and train children in dictionary and referencing skills, make the dictionary ideal for use in the classroom and at home. At the back of the book, there is a list of all the words which appear in the dictionary, with page references.

Language: American English
ISBN: 9780582299818

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Longman Children's Picture Dictionary cover image — Longman Children's Picture Dictionary

Words are brought to life with a colorful mix of photographs and illustrations in this theme-based dictionary for young learners. The Longman Children's Picture Dictionary uses fun, child-centered scenes to illustrate 800 words, organized into 50 topics complete with songs and chants by Carolyn Graham. Engaging, age-appropriate themes – from Animal Orchestra to Pirate Ship – provide a clear context for learning new words.

Language: American English

ISBNs
Book w/ Audio CD - 9789620052330
Workbook - 19789620053177
Workbook - 29789620053184
Teacher's Resource Book - 9789620053160
ActiveTeach - 9789880092442

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Longman Young Children's Picture Dictionary cover image — Longman Young Children's Picture Dictionary

The Longman Young Children's Picture Dictionary presents over 270 words in a variety of richly illustrated and photographed topics. The word list has been carefully researched to cover key words appropriate for students beginning to learn English. The dictionary is specifically designed to appeal to young learners aged 2-5 and can be used at home or in class.

Twenty-six core topics (8-10 words per topic), 4 bonus topics, endearing toy, animal and fairy-tale characters plus an original song or chant by Carolyn Graham for every topic provide engaging and motivating English practice perfect for young learners.

Language: American English

ISBNs
Activity Resource Book - 9789620054112
Book w/ Audio CD - 9789620054105

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What makes Longman dictionaries better?

Academic word list

Topic vocabulary

Example sentences

Grammar explained

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