Dictionary for beginner

[dasch]

Hi,

I'm looking for a dictionary of japanese-english-japanese. I heard that Kodansha's dictionary was a good choice for a beginner.

But here's my question:
Is it better to buy the japanese-english-japanese dictionary? It's available on amazon

Or should I buy the two dictionaries separately ?
The english-japanese and the japanese-english are also available on amazon:
- japanese-english
- english-japanese

Thanks in advance for any advice
dasch

 

[Maciamo]

The Kodansha Furigana dictionary is very good for beginners.

 

[Emoni]

Their Kanji dictionary is amazing too. I'm still impressed on how well it is put together and hope to get the furigana one someday.

 

[dasch]

Yes I know that ! but you don't answer my question

What I want to know: Is it better to buy the "2 in 1" dictionary (the one you gave the link) or to buy the two dictionaries separately ?

See my previous post (links to the dictionaries, etc.)

Thanks in advance,
dasch

 

[Emoni]

... hmmm

Good question

I'd get the combo, as after looking at it, it seems to be simply both books together. As a beginnier you need to be able to look up things both ways.

 

[Apollo]

I would recommend seperately if you are considering taking up Japanese seriously. The Furigana is good for beginner, also the Kenkyusha's Furigana dictionaries are good.

 

[Maciamo]

Yes, definitely 2 separate dictionaries.