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User’s Guide SYSTRAN 5.0 148
The use of the uppercase in most languages is a clue for proper nouns and
acronyms. Therefore, we recommend you limit their use.
Figure 80: Example of Using Uppercase
Simple and Compound Entries
You can enter simple and compound words into a UD. Compound words are best for
instances in which a word needs to be treated as a single unit. This is akin to a
traditional paper dictionary, where the translation of compound words that include the
main entry itself is given alongside the main entry.
Figure 81: Example of Using Simple and Compound Entries
Intuitive Clues
SDM uses clues — determiners and particles —- to determine the grammatical
category of an entry. Through the use of these clues, SDM avoids ambiguities that
exist between certain categories.
Figure 82: Example of Using Intuitive Clues
In gender-biased languages, the meaning of a noun can be different, depending on
whether the feminine or the masculine form is used. You can use determiners to
specify gender-bias for an ambiguous UD entry.
Figure 83: Example of Using Determiners