Practical English Usage
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Practical English Usage is recommended for any teacher, trainee teacher, or advanced-level student looking for answers to questions about the English language. The material is now organised in two parts (grammar and vocabulary), making it easier than ever to find the answers, either online or in print.Part 1 is a complete practical learner's grammar with 28 sections, covering all the structural points that cause problems for learners.Part 2 is a guide to vocabulary problems covering:- rules for word formation and spelling- a survey of high-priority vocabulary areas- an A-Z guide to over 250 common word problemsThe 600+ entries provide answers to the questions that learners typically ask, for example:- use of tenses- the truth about conditionals- article problems- singular they- get as a passive auxiliary- bring or take?- can, could, may or might?- classic or classical?- the language of emails- rules for word formation and spellingPlus:- the grammar of speech and formal writing- British-American differences- questions of style and idiom- changes in English- politeness- avoiding offensive language- a survey of high-priority vocabulary areas- a guide to over 250 common vocabulary problems- lists of learners' most common mistakes
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THE THESIS
This reference work addresses the core question of how to navigate the complex structural and lexical challenges inherent in the English language for advanced learners and educators. Michael Swan, a recognized authority in English language teaching, provides a comprehensive framework that categorizes common linguistic pitfalls into two distinct domains: grammar and vocabulary. By synthesizing decades of pedagogical research, the text offers a structured approach to resolving specific usage problems that frequently confront non-native speakers and those teaching them.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- A comprehensive grammar section organized into 28 distinct structural categories.
- An A-Z guide covering over 250 common vocabulary and word-choice problems.
- Comparative analysis of British and American English usage patterns.
- Practical guidance on stylistic nuances, including formal writing, speech, and politeness conventions.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts and educators consistently identify this text as a foundational resource for English language instruction due to its clarity and breadth. Readers frequently note the accessibility of the entries, which makes it a standard reference tool for both classroom settings and individual study.
Page Count:
635
Publication Date:
2017-02-07
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0194202429
ISBN-13:
9780194202428
Language
Linguistics
Grammar
Education
Reference
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