Review: Word Reference

Word Reference is probably one of the most used free online dictionaries. Maybe because it is close to being complete in many ways. It not only brings you the definition of the words in English, but its main triumph lies in the variety of languages available for translation.

Besides the word by word translation, you can also find examples and collocations, and a direct link to threads in their own forum.

Their is also a direct link to other words that appear in the definition. You just have to click on it. (Parts available will turn yellow when you pass the cursor over).

Both students and teachers can profit a lot from this website, especially their forum. It is very well-organized, divided by languages and categories. I strongly recommend you read the rules before posting a question, so that you don't have any problems with the administrators. It usually doesn't take long for someone to reply and there are lots of users that will give you not only their opinions but also reference in literature. Another interesting aspect is that there are users from all over the world, which enriches even more this experience of sharing knowledge.

Give Word Reference a try: wordreference.com

by Melody Pablos