The most sought-after translation dictionaries in present times would be- English-French, English-Japanese, English-German, English-Russian, English-Spanish etc. However, the advancement in technology has made it quite feasible for everyone to afford an online version.
What’s the first thought that crosses your mind when you get stuck on a certain word? I should try to figure out its meaning. How do you do that? ‘Look up this word in the dictionary!’ Being the most basic usage item in the daily life of a student, in particular, no one could’ve ever thought that dictionary has the potential to emerge as a medium of conversation in days to come. With the world witnessing an ever-increasing assortment of different cultures throughout the globe, it has become imperative for us to be able to adapt to more and more cultures apart from the one we belong to. This has given a whole new meaning to the concept of dictionary, transforming it into a device that not only helps us to find meanings of certain words but also to translate one language into another.
There are various online dictionaries available now-a-days such as reverso.net, wordreference.com, translate.reference.com and many more, where words and phrases have been interpreted according to their usage in a particular language. Some phrases and sentences that are required on a regular basis during verbal or written interaction in a particular language are mostly given special emphasis. This provides the user the benefit of learning the translated versions of important phrases without having to go in depth into the language. For example, in an English-French dictionary, the greetings are mentioned first since they constitute the first step towards striking a conversation. Good Morning! in English can be called bonjour! in French. Similarly, translation of a phrase like Pleased to meet you!in Spanish would be mucho gusto! which can be looked for in an English-Spanish dictionary. However, the advancement in technology has made it quite feasible for everyone to afford an online version of these interpreters for easy word-to-word translation of almost any language under the sun. And, for people who still believe in the good old methods of learning, there are umpteen options available at your nearest book-shop. The most sought-after translation dictionaries in present times would be- English-French, English-Japanese, English-German, English-Russian, English-Spanish etc. The process of learning through a dictionary may be gruelling at times since it’s difficult to remember the words of a foreign language without a proper periodic reiteration. Yet, if it is used for general or business purposes, learning tid-bits of a foreign language through a dictionary can be quite exciting, challenges in absorbing intricate grammar notwithstanding!
The present scenario has set the translation services on fire. They are booming like never before and are finding a number of takers even in the common people. As the economy stabilizes across the world, people become more active in globe-trotting and that’s where the need for learning a foreign language arises. Dictionary is a tried and tested tool which is sure to provide you a proper guidance through a language which seems alien as of now.
Article written by Mr. Ram Kesarwani, Director of Translation India - offers simultaneous interpretation equipment for conferences, meetings and seminars from India.
