La nueva lexicografía electrónica: análisis comparativo con las tendencias en Asia oriental

Abstract

Western and far-Eastern lexicography differ in their origin and conception. With the globalization, many lexicographical trends tend to expand across the world. However, there are some attitudes and technological differences between West and East, mainly those concerning the use of pocket electronic dictionaries The research published on this paper analyzes those divergences and tries to explain them according to the different historical tradition of dictionaries, as well as the sociological and educational backgrounds. Particular attention is granted to Japan, the leader in quality handheld electronic dictionaries, and China. Surveys were conducted among Japanese and Chinese students, and four pocket electronic dictionaries were examined in detail. 1.