Eng-Hind Vocabulary of 3000 Words for Higher Standard and Proficiency Candidates

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This document is an English-Hindustani vocabulary guide, authored by Lieut.-Colonel D.C. Phillott in 1911 and printed at the Baptist Mission Press in Calcutta. The work provides a curated list of nearly 3000 common Hindustani colloquial terms corresponding to 5184 English words, designed specifically for students and candidates preparing for higher proficiency examinations. Each entry focuses on practical application and nuance, assisting learners in selecting the appropriate terminology for everyday speech. The vocabulary is presented in the Roman character to facilitate ease of use for students, serving as a pedagogical resource to complement the author's other linguistic manuals. The text includes a formal preface detailing the selection methodology, which involved rigorous testing of synonyms to ensure clarity in shades of meaning.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages208

Reading Time8 h 44 min

AccessFree to download

Preface

Methodology of Selection

Acknowledgements

FAQs

Who is the author of this vocabulary?

The vocabulary was authored by Lieut.-Colonel D.C. Phillott, a Secretary and Member of the Board of Examiners and Fellow of the Calcutta University.

What is the primary purpose of this vocabulary?

It is designed to help students and proficiency candidates use the right word in the right place by providing accurate meanings and shades of synonyms for everyday Hindustani speech.

How many English words are represented in this book?

The book represents 5184 English words using less than 3000 common Hindustani colloquial terms.

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