Translators are great for providing the words and phrases needed to communicate in foreign countries, but pronunciation and voice inflection are also important. Enter Lingo's state-of-the-art talking translator. It translates more than 60,000 words and 1,200 phrases, both verbally and in writing, in 10 languages (English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese, Japanese and Korean). Includes a currency and metric converter, talking calculator, databank and even an alarm clock that gives the time in 200 cities. Has backlighting and contrast control for easier viewing, and excellent instructions. Earphone, carrying pouch and batteries (3 AAA, 1 lithium) included. (5 3/4 x 3 1/2 x 1/2"; 5 1/2 oz)