Oxford University Press Launches New Mini-Bilingual Kannada Dictionary

In celebration of the upcoming festive season and World Dictionary Day, observed on 16 October, Oxford University Press India (OUP) launched the Mini English-Kannada Dictionary, specially designed for students, language learners, and general readers. 

The Mini English-Kannada Dictionary, featuring a cover inspired by the vibrant Channapatna toys of Karnataka, celebrates the state’s rich artistic and cultural heritage while serving as a practical learning companion. 

The dictionary features



over 20,000 words and derivatives with their detailed translations in Kannada along with grammatical information on all English words.

Sukanta Das, Managing Director, Oxford University Press India, said, “With millions of speakers worldwide, Kannada is one of the country’s most expressive and culturally rich languages. 

Oxford’s new Mini English-Kannada Dictionary is crafted to support learners with contemporary, real-world usage. It’s a celebration of both language and learning.”