useful-links

Translators, dictionaries :

Resources for English learners :

Need a pocket dictionary?
Choose from a selection of electronic dictionaries in 30 languages

A selection of dictionaries,
idioms, phrasal verbs and word activities

For help with
commonly confused words:
english usage
Origin and history of the English language:
the English language

A combination of dictionary, thesaurus and web search :

Exam preparation :
toefl exercises
toeic exercises
gmat exercises
More Toefl test practice :
Test Magic

Dictionaries & encyclopedias :
Library Spot
wikipedia dictionary
wikipedia encyclopedia
Internet public library

English Phrasal Verbs - UsingEnglish.com
A large reference of common English phrasal verbs
with definitions and examples.

Slang dictionaries :
UK slang and colloquialisms
online slang dictionary

English spelling :
say-it-in-english
bbc schools english spelling
your dictionary

Try this site for a quick translation :

Questions concerning etymology :
word-detective
Synonyms/antonyms :
synonym.com
The origin of words and names :
wordname

Translates into 38 languages :

Advice on CVs, Resumes & Interviews:
JobWeb
Resume-writing
More tips + online resume generator

Study abroad :
go abroad
transitions abroad - work/internships/worldwide
transitions abroad - study/language
college parents of america
center for study abroad

Lots of useful information about culture and life in Britain
for those who wish to study, work or simply visit the UK :
UK student life Britain

An equally interesting site about life in the USA
together with in-depth information for future students.
USA study guide

Other ESL sites :
B ritish Council
English Club

Find a penpal and communicate with other students :
my language exchange/penpals