Macmillan English Dictionary CD-ROMCD-ROM

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Using the CD-ROM

Sample Language Awareness pages

The Macmillan English Dictionary is the first learners' dictionary that is uniquely designed from scratch to allow you to find the word you want using a book OR your computer.

Listen to correct English

  • Hear the correct pronunciations in British and American English at the click of a button

  • Record, play back and practise your pronunciation against the correct British and American pronunciations

  • Practise difficult sounds with the special sound search button

Find the word quicker than in a book!

  • Get to the meaning you want – instantly – by pointing at any word you see, while you read or write a document using e-mail or the Internet

  • Check your English spelling by clicking on the word you have written

Create your own instant lessons

  • Make and print quick wordlists for reading, writing, speaking and listening tests, which you and your students can use for comprehension activities

  • Practise with comprehension exercises and games accessed through the website

Make sure you get the best out of your dictionary CD-ROM with the easy-to-use guide!