Szótártípus

Szótártípus refers to a classification system for dictionaries based on their content, purpose, or structure. Dictionaries can be categorized in various ways, each offering a different perspective on the vast field of lexicography. One common distinction is between monolingual and bilingual dictionaries. Monolingual dictionaries, such as a Hungarian-Hungarian dictionary, define words using the same language they are written in. Bilingual dictionaries, on the other hand, facilitate translation between two languages, for example, a Hungarian-English dictionary.

Another significant classification is based on the scope of the vocabulary covered. General dictionaries aim to be comprehensive, including a wide range of common words from everyday language. Specialized dictionaries, conversely, focus on a specific domain, like medical dictionaries, legal dictionaries, or technical dictionaries, catering to the needs of particular professions or fields of study.

Furthermore, dictionaries can be differentiated by their target audience and learning objectives. Learners' dictionaries are designed to be accessible to those acquiring a new language, often providing simpler definitions, example sentences, and etymological information. Academic or scholarly dictionaries, such as historical dictionaries or etymological dictionaries, delve deeper into the history and evolution of words, serving researchers and linguists. The term "szótártípus" encompasses all these variations, acknowledging the diverse forms and functions dictionaries can take in storing and conveying linguistic knowledge.