dictionary vs translator.pptx

Diccionario
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©H. Lamovsky, 2015 Foreign Language Tool Box
Directions: As you begin to learn a second language, you will need to utilize
Many tools in order to express yourself the way that you want. Your teacher, classroom activities, notes, and textbooks are all valuable resources that will help you to learn the language. Sometimes you will find yourself needing help
To complete an assignment or understand new material when your teacher is not
There to answer your questions. Fortunately, there are many online tools that
can help you if you know how to use them appropriately.
1.  Spanish-English Dictionary www.spanishdict.com
To use this tool, simply go to the website and input a word in either Spanish or English. The dictionary will then refer you to a page with possible ways to say that word in the other language.
Review the notes on the page carefully before selecting a word. Deciding whether the word is a noun, adjective, or verb will also be important to choosing the correct word and using it appropriately once you find it.
2.  Translator https://translate.google.com/
You should ask your teacher whether or not you are permitted to use an online translator. While many teachers will not allow them due to frequent misuse by students, there are some ways in which they can be used appropriately. Translating is a very complicated skill that computer programs have not yet mastered, therefore they make frequent mistakes. Sometimes translators can be used as a starting point if students understand that they will need to closely review the translated work and correct the errors.
3.  Verb Conjugator http://www.verbix.com/
Memorizing verb endings, tenses, and all of the exceptions to the rule can be overwhelming for some students. Although you should always try to use what you know first, it does not hurt to make sure that you are right. Using an online verb conjugator will require you to think about what you are saying and choose the appropriate tense.
4.  Grammar Notes & Explanations
http://www.studyspanish.com/
If you need to brush up on grammar or vocabulary, this website provides thorough
explanations of all the major grammar and vocabulary topics in Spanish. There are also amovsky, 2015 on how well you learned something and
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advice on how to correct any mistakes you might be making.
Dictionary vs Translator
Directions: Use a dictionary or online dictionary (www.spanishdict.com) to
find the correct Spanish translation for the underlined word in each sentence.
then, type each individual word into Google Translate and indicate whether the translator agrees (þ or disagrees (ý) with your word choice in the box provided.
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I turned on the light. The box was very light.
My dog loves to run in the park. I run a successful business. They go for a run each morning. The cat sat on my lap. The coach made me run five laps. Be careful not to break that glass.
We worked for hours without a break. The principal made an announcement to the staff.
The wizard broke his staff. Please don’t talk out of turn.
Turn right at the light. I need two yards of fabric. The children played in the yard. I set my alarm for six in the morning. The artists created a beautiful set for the play.
Have you ever played jacks? I had a flat tire and needed a jack.
Strawberries go bad very quickly. I go crazy when someone picks on my friends.
I go to the gym everyday. Squirrels bury nuts for the winter.
That girl is nuts. He plays soccer every Saturday. I went to the school play last night.
You will need something sharp to cut that. He had a cut on his finger. Nice job! Everyone, please give him a hand. That farm has over twenty hired hands.
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Reflection Questions
Directions: Respond to the following questions based on what you observed
during this activity.
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What percentage of the time did the translator choose the same word
as you chose when using a dictionary?
2.  Were there certain types of words (nouns, verbs, etc.) that were more
difficult for the translator to translate accurately? If so, which kind?
3.  Which method (online translator or online dictionary) will more likely lead
to correct word choice?
4.  Why do you think that translators often make errors?
5.  When you need to know a word, which tool (dictionary or translator) will
you use? Why?
©H. Lamovsky, 2015