An English-Japanese Dictionary of the Spoken Language(Paperback, Ernest Mason Satow, Ishibashi Masakata)
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These are reprint editions reprinted with the help of original book just to give the original look and feel we do not change its format and text due to which in some cases the text is not like new. About The Book: *An English-Japanese Dictionary of the Spoken Language*, co-authored by Ernest Mason Satow and Ishibashi Masakata, is a foundational reference for learners and translators of colloquial Japanese. First published in the late 19th century, it focuses on practical, everyday English vocabulary with accurate Japanese equivalents, emphasizing spoken usage rather than literary forms. The dictionary reflects the linguistic and cultural context of Meiji-era Japan and served both Westerners learning Japanese and Japanese studying English. Its systematic approach, including idioms and example phrases, made it a pioneering tool for cross-cultural communication during Japan’s rapid modernization and Western engagement. About The Author: Sir Ernest Mason Satow (1843–1929) was a renowned British diplomat, scholar, and Japanologist. He authored key works on diplomacy and Japan, including *A Diplomat in Japan* and *Guide to Diplomatic Practice*, significantly influencing East-West relations and diplomatic studies.Masakata Ishibashi (1840–1916) was a Japanese samurai, Dutch translator, and government official in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Known in youth as Sukejuro, he contributed to Japan’s modernization and was the father of literary figure Shian Ishibashi. The Title 'An English-Japanese Dictionary of the Spoken Language written/authored/edited by Ernest Mason Satow and Ishibashi Masakata', published in the year 1876. The ISBN 9789373165165 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 1032 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English, Japanese. The subject of this book is Dictionary. Size of the book is 21.59 x 27.94 cms.