How to Improve Vocabulary Fast
Your vocabulary refers to the words in a language you are familiar with. We should learn some ways to expand it.
Read every day. 1. Choose reading material that is slightly above your level and keep a dictionary with you to look up words you do not know.
2.If you do not meet with an unfamiliar word in your daily reading, use your dictionary to search for one.
Learn the correct definition and pronunciation for each new word. Pronunciation is as important as definition because in order to add a word to your active vocabulary, you must be able to use it in speech.
Elaborate (详尽阐述) on the meaning of the word. If you have just learned the word “stubborn”, think about the neighbor who will not lend you his car. 3.
Use your new word in speech and in writing. Email your sister about how your cat is stubborn about sleeping on your pillow. 4.But the more you use it, the more fluent you will become in its use. Soon it will be a regular part of your active vocabulary.
Tell everyone you are trying to increase your vocabulary. Encourage them to ask you what your latest word is. 5. The more you explain the meaning of a word to someone, the more likely you are to remember it.
A. Find a new word every day.
B. The vocabulary can be increased.
C. Your vocabulary contains the words you understand.
D. The more often you read, the faster your vocabulary can grow.
E. Or let them ask for the definition of a new word you have used.
F. The first time you use a new word in speech it may seem strange.
G. Imagine him shaking his head, and think of him as “stubborn in his refusal”.
I’m a strong believer that learning different languages makes you look incredibly good when you’re in a foreign country and can understand and speak the language. The list below is 4 apps that will help you learn a foreign language! You can download them for free.
Babbel – Learn Languages
Babbel is an excellent language tool to help you progress step by step with learning a new language. It helps you learn grammar along the way as you work your way through the tasks and assignments. You need to pay a monthly subscription(定金), but this will still be cheaper than taking physical lessons with a tutor!
Duolingo: Learn Languages Free
The app has many languages to choose from and will work through the basics all the way to advanced words and sentences. It’s all completely free too! It’s incredibly well designed, looks great and will help you learn, remember and progress with just a little bit of time every day.
Tandem: Language Exchange
Rather than have you work through tasks and memorize different things, the app lets you match with people who share your interests but speak the language you want to learn. You can then have text, voice and video conversations with people who want to learn your native language, and in return you learn theirs, all by simply communicating with each other. It’s a great way to learn with only $1 a day.
Learn English – busuu
This app is perfect if you want to learn English. There are all sorts of audio and visual learning aids. You’ll find yourself working through interactive tests and learning tools for vocabulary and dialogue.
1.What is the purpose of the passage?
A.Sell apps to language learners. B.Introduce language learning apps.
C.Teach language learners to use apps. D.Teach languages through apps.
2.Which app suits best if you want to learn through communication?
A.Babbel – Learn Languages B.Tandem: Language Exchange
C.Duolingo: Learn Languages Free D.Learn English – busuu
3.What is Duolingo different from the other three apps?
A.It is completely free to use. B.It is specially for English learning.
C.It is unsuitable for beginners. D.It is the most effective（有效的）app.
4.What do the apps have in common?
A.They cover all languages. B.They focus on grammar.
C.They contain many tests. D.They are free to download.
These people are studying English. However, they are now facing some problems.
I am Pablo. I work 50 hours a week as a taxi driver, so I talk to people all day. They understand me, but I know I make a lot of mistakes. No one corrects me. My vocabulary is strong. Grammar is my problem. I'm trying to change little by little. For example, I don't use the past tense (时态). I always say, “I drive him to the office this morning” instead of “I drove him to the office this morning”. |
My name is Maria Luisa. I'm teaching myself English, and I'm good at grammar. However, it's really difficult to find ways to practice English. I live in an area where everyone speaks my language. My neighbors and friends speak Spanish. I can speak Spanish in the supermarket and at the post office. |
I am Li Ping. I understand the grammar and the readings in my class and I think my writing is good, but I'm very nervous when I speak English. I don't want to make any mistakes because I'm afraid people will think that I'm stupid. Also, my pronunciation isn't good. When I speak, people often say, “What? Say that again”. |
I am Yoshi. I have been in the United States for one year. I'm studying hard and I know grammar well, but the vocabulary is very difficult. When I listen, I don't understand many of the words. When I try to read, there are three or four new words in every sentence. I feel discouraged. |
1.Who may say, “I go to bed late last night”?
A. Pablo. B. Maria Luisa.
C. Li Ping. D. Yoshi.
2.What would be the best advice for Maria Luisa?
A. Try to have a wide vocabulary.
B. Develop a good knowledge of grammar.
C. Read as many English books as possible.
D. Make friends with English-speaking people.
3.Why do people find it hard to understand Li Ping's English?
A. She can't pronounce words in English correctly.
B. She speaks at a very fast speed.
C. Her grammar is terrible.
D. Her voice is very low.
4.What can we learn about Yoshi?
A. He was born in the United States.
B. He has a very small vocabulary.
C. He has learned English for years.
D. He is very good at listening.
课文语法填空
China is 1. (wide) known for its ancient civilisation, which has continued all the way until now. One of the main 2. (factor) is the Chinese writing system.
At the beginning, written Chinese 3. (base) on picture language, which dates back several thousand years. Ancient Chinese people carved symbols on animal bones and shells.
By the Shang Dynasty, these symbols 4. (become) a well-developed writing system. At that time, people lived in different places, 5. (lead) to many varieties of dialects and characters.
Emperor Qinshihuang united the seven major states into one country 6. the Chinese writing system began to develop in one direction. The writing system played 7. important part in uniting the Chinese people and culture. Now, people can still communicate in writing.
Written Chinese has also become an important means by which China’s present is connected with its past. People in modern times can read classic works which were 8. (write) by Chinese in ancient times. The Chinese writing system has developed into Chinese calligraphy, 9. is an important part of Chinese culture. Today, the Chinese writing system plays a greater role in 10. (globe) affairs.
单词拼写
1.She spoke not only her ______ (本国的) language, Chinese, but also English.
2.He also deleted files from the computer ______ (系统).
3.Physical activity is an important ______ (因素) in keeping fit.
4.______ (尽管) applying for hundreds of jobs, he is still out of work.
5.This fish has a lot of ______ (骨头) in it.
6.The dove is a ______ (象征) of peace.
7.The Tang ______ (朝代) was the golden age of classical Chinese poetry.
8.Chinese ______ (汉字) are becoming more and more popular around the world.
9.The newspapers reported the whole ______ (事件) in detail.
10.The money was collected for a ______ (具体的) purpose.
假定你是李华，暑期在英国旅游时得到当地导游Mr. Smith的悉心照顾,回国后给他写一封邮件表达谢意。
主要内容：1.回忆旅行中美好时光; 2.遇到的困难和帮助；3.邀请他来中国旅游。
注意：1）词数100 左右（开头已给，不计入总词数）；
2）可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Smith,
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Yours,
Li Hua
