Cambodian Dictionaries

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Getting your hands on a good English-Cambodian dictionary is essential if you're going to progress in learning this South East Asian language. We recommend the following dictionaries:

The Oxford Picture Dictionary: Designed for Khmer speakers wanting to learn English, this book is also extremely useful for English speakers wanting to learn Cambodian. An invaluable self teaching tool, which can also be used in the classroom if you teach English in Cambodia.

Tuttle Practical Dictionary:: If you need a dictionary to travel with this is the one. Pocket sized with 5000 entries it's ideal for the basic vocab you'll need for your trip. However, for a more comprehensive choice go for the Hippecrene dictionary.

Hippocrene Dictionary: is one of the most useful English-Cambodian, Cambodian-English dictionaries available. The dictionary contains a thorough glossary with lots of entries, and provides sub-entries for many words. Many people have used this dictionary as a valuable tool to learn or teach the language.

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