I've got an english test coming soon and i've done practices. I've just noticed how much my vocabulary stinked.\nSo I need advice on how to improve my vocabulary!! If its gonno take a year then just post it.
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As an aspiring writer, this is what I do:\n\nA)I keep a pad of paper next to me while I'm reading a book and write down all the words I don't know, I'm unsure of, or I don't use enough. Then, afterwards I look them up. You can also practice using them in a sentence if you have time.\n\nB)I receive Dictionary.com's word of the day in my email. I read each one, delete ones I'm sure I won't use later, save the ones I will, and flag really good ones for later reference.\n\nI tried using programs that are supposedly made to increase your vocab; however, I found the words ridiculously easy - stuff I would have used in middle school or high school.
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Well, my brother and I are about the same ages as you both. I want to see mine succeed as well without helping him. What I do is when he asks me a question on his homework, I take a quick look at what it is, find it in the back of his books in the index, and then direct him to that page. As for the spelling, my brother write the words out and says the spelling. Dictionaries are good to have where he does his work. I hate spelling and also can't do it so I keep a dictionary with me. If he is allowed to get online, (hint hint) then there www.factmonster.com that he can go to and get help without turning to you. Other than that, you just need to offer a bit of advice every now and then. (P.S.- My brother is now in 5th and I'm in 8th; so I feel your pain!  :P )  Good luck!
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For a non-native speaker, your spelling and grammar are much better than most I have seen here :_)\n\nKeep it up. Maybe try to join a conversational English class. You will likely get more exposure to the slight nuances,slang, and day to day expressions that make up\nthe majority of daily speach. The thing to learn about english is, very few words are spelled like they sound, and there are three exceptions for every rule.\n\nI can't believe anyone can learn it.
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help is really needed!  you were so right.  you need to go back to that class you failed called "English" and get a tutor.  i can't even read that sloppy mess enough to attempt an answer.  your typing (dis)abilities prove that our education system is suffering.  nobody can read your 'internet shorthand' crap.  please stop being lazy and learn how to spell.
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Good day:  I'am struggling as well.  I have found some excellent book's own legal writing.  One of the books entitled legal writing and playing English by Bryan A. Garner, you may be able to pick it up at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or borders, I have found most of the exercises to be great help in my writing.  I am told you must practice, and practice some more.  I am fortunate to have a good instructor, he is extremely tough.  But that makes us stronger if we work at it.  I hope this helps you.
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read magazines and books in english, with a dictionary close to you. converse with a friend who knows the language. relax and don't be afraid that you'll make a mistake and be open to corrections. or you can also rent english movies (even sesame street- this show helped me with my english during my younger years. still works for my nephews!)
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Buy a good English newspaper like the Guardian as that will help and keep you up to date on current affairs? Are you studying English! If not you could always go to an evening class to help improve. Practice makes perfect!
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You are studying English? Too funny. If you improve greatly, maybe you could teach it or work for a publisher of books or magazines. You might be able to get a job as an editor. But you need much more hard work and study before you are ready for any of that.
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Well first of all I bet she would appreciate it if you used proper english and not that slang. Just write what you feel.. She was an excellent teacher to you, you learned a lot and that she will be missed. I don't know. Go to google to look for some quotes.
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Nothing like practice but reading also important.  Reader's digest has words to learn in the front usually. Seems some internet resources - many - so important to choose 1 or two ways so you don't spread yourself too thin.  It is really a life long process to learn, and what school should have been preparing you for all along. I found when I studied Latin it helped a lot for understanding vocabulary.  A buddy may help you to learn or keep on practicing as you learn best by teaching each other. Reading books especially classics can help but I don't know how much time you have to prepare for this exam. A dictionary at your side is important so you can learn.  A grammar book might help too but again that takes time. A buddy might help you keep on trying. Good luck!
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Well, you seem to have made a good start. May I just correct a couple of things so that you know for the next time...\n\nCollege (not collage.)\nbut (no put, put means to place or set something somewhere.)\nI want to be good at speaking and writing (the 'at' does make a difference!)\n\nMy next tip would be to avoid learning English from people on the internet (such as Answerers on Yahoo) because they tend to use incorrect English that cannot always be understood by other English speakers. Things like capitalizing 'I' (e.g. I was at the shop - NOT - i was at the shop.) or apostrophes (I'd like to buy an apple - NOT - Id like to buy an apple.)\n\nSo if you are going to use your computer to help you learn English, stick to sites that are dedicated and designed to teach English as a second language. You could try the following site:\n\nwww.learnersdictionary.com\n\nI'm not sure how good it is, but I know the English dictionary on it (found at www.m-w.com) is pretty good (just watch out for Americanizations, it is better to learn English first and not American-English (unless you do not intend to visit the UK) because it may annoy people from the UK to hear an American accent from someone who is learning English (this may not be general to all people, but I personally am one of those people.)
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Hi there, this is Rakesh and I'm from India. I have been training and teaching the English language for more than 13 years now. I'd be delighted to be of assistance. You could reach me at arakuvalley@gmail.com. Cheers!
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Dear Friend:\n\nExplain what and stuff.  (First example)\n\nIn a world without grammar I would go nuts.  I have no respect for those who cannot use the language properly or communicate well.  I cannot abide constant misspelling of words that is not due to English as a second language.  I will not read anything that someone has butchered words such as "with" with "wit".  Its not cute, its not cool, it makes the person look absolutely stupid. \n\nI refuse to read anything that is not paragraphed at all.   I am not usually so harsh, but this is my pet peeve.  GBYou
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read, read read in language you want to improve your vocabullary\n\nEncribe yourself to a discutions club ...
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I'm in the same situation as you. I want to take my GRE in August, so I am going to start studying now. I bought Kaplan's prep book and it is starting to freak me out. I've always done really well in my classes, but I couldn't even answer half of the verbal test questions. I talked with some of my friends who took the test last year and they suggest making vocabulary flashcards or looking at different websites for help with the vocab. They said give yourself at least a month or two to help practice.
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I think the general Idea is that they're supposed to be random, so you can't just study a list of words in advance.  Vocabulary exams would be of little value if they were "memorize 50 words before you come here" tests.\n\nThat said, It couldn't hurt to get yourself one of those word-a-day calendars if you're actually interested in increasing your vocabulary.
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See if you can fit the word "flange" in to tomorrow's lesson. You should do that every day. Pick a word and see if you can fit it in to conversation. I do that nearly every day.\n\nToday's word was "unpossible". I've managed to sneak it in three times so far today.