Differentiated Treatment of Cultural Items in Lexicographical Products: A Necessary Adaptation to the Digital Environment

The paper focuses on the lexicographical treatment of cultural objects. It argues that second-language learning requires second-culture and digital technologies call for new solutions to both old challenges. As an example, it takes traditional Chinese musical instruments starts with a critical analysis their in five Chinese–English dictionaries foreign learners native speakers. continues some reflections media convergence its consequences lexicography reaches conclusion one-size-fits-all dictionary must be replaced variety products different platforms. Lexicographers' focus therefore move from database supports these products. This leads discussion equivalent explanation types need prepare four fields equivalents two explanations. To exemplify this, presents equivalents, explanations, other culturally relevant items. then uses few examples show how items stored can selectively employed platforms adapted specific user needs. links directly sound files video clips discussed instruments. Finally, provides conclusions perspectives further improving dimension learners' lexicography.