The new fifth edition of the Collins Express French Dictionary provides excellent coverage of today's language and usage. Colour layout and clear presentation of information offers the user maximum accessibility in a compact, handy format. Retaining all the highly-acclaimed attributes of the Collins range -- unparalleled accuracy, immediate accessibility and unrivalled user-friendliness -- the Collins Express French Dictionary offers extensive up-to-date coverage of contemporary French and English with thousands of current constructions and phrases. Tested for syllabus coverage with the main examining boards, it also features clear signposting of meanings and context to guide the user to the appropriate translation; special treatment of key vocabulary items such as 'about', 'can', 'depuis', 'peu'; entries giving detailed information on aspects of French life and culture The innovative use of colour and layout makes for maximum ease of reference.