Look online for a Chinese symbol dictionary. The Internet is a great resource to find a free Chinese symbol dictionary that can assist you during the learning process. Mandarin Tools provides a Chinese symbol dictionary with an extensive list of Chinese symbols. You can even find a Chinese symbol dictionary that translates into English.
Visit a bookstore and inquire about a Chinese symbol dictionary. Book retailers, such as Amazon and Barnes and Noble, have Chinese symbol dictionaries that can further your learning. Bookstores also sell workbooks on Mandarin, which can be used with the Chinese symbol dictionary.
Find a Chinese symbol dictionary at your local public library. The public library is a great resource for finding language materials for free. Almost every library has a language section and you are bound to find a Chinese symbol dictionary.