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Using a monolingual dictionary for the first time can be daunting. This dictionary is the perfect introduction for beginner to pre-intermediate learners.

Cambridge Essential English Dictionary is ideal for PET, KET and Starters, Movers and Flyers Test preparation.

What's in the Cambridge Essential English Dictionary?

The Cambridge Essential English Dictionary covers the essential English needed by learners at beginner to pre-intermediate level. Click on the links to view sample pages in PDF format:

• Clear, easy definitions for 12,000 words and phrases
• Thousands of short, natural example sentences
• Unique 'Essential Phrasal Verbs' section
• Hundreds of illustrations
• Sixteen pages of colour pictures