Translation French English

livvie · Post by **livvie** » 07 Jan 2008 12:29

Hello all and Happy New Year,

I was wondering if anybody knows of a site or book that could help me a little with some translations, French - English, that I have to do. I am trying to find something that would explain certain expressions/idioms. 'A deux pas' 'taper dans l'oeil' for example.

I have found the equivalent for these phrases, or so I think!!, 'a stones throw away' and 'couldn't fail to miss', but am asking really for future use.

Thanks in advance

ANTHOS · Post by **ANTHOS** » 09 Jan 2008 14:43

A key part of learning a language is learning the expressions and idioms. Most "mid-range" dictionaries will have this information, and will probaby cost around 25-30 Euros, I reckon. They are well worth this price if you are serious about learning the language.

The most trusted publishers for English dictionaries are Oxford and Collins. It's hard to find English-English dictionaries in French bookshops, maybe you'll have to order online.

Chrysopale · Post by **Chrysopale** » 25 Jan 2008 00:44

I agree it's not easy to find English-English dictionnaries, but it's possible. I bought mine in a small bookshop nearby... And I don't even live in a big city. So with some effort, you'll find it.

(ANTHOS, I'm not sure about my sentence... if there are any errors, you're welcome to correct them...)