Is "This is a new word for me. Let me consult the dictionary." OK? When I talk with someone and can't understand the meaning of the word they use, I say "This is a new word for me. Let me consult the

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Is "This is a new word for me. Let me consult the dictionary." OK? When I talk with someone and can't understand the meaning of the word they use, I say "This is a new word for me. Let me consult the dictionary.". Is that correct? Or what is the native expression?

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Yes. It sounds very proper though. To be more casual you could say "let me check the dictionary"

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