What books do you suggest for improving vocabulary and idiomatic language?
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How old is learner and what level is learner at? This will then teachers to recommend books, my learner loves reading, but not English, so i gave her the list of audio books.
An Oxford Dictionary. A real one with pages!
I will recommend " Brush up your English" by S T Imam.
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Hi dear! There are some Oxford books that are specialized for different needs. For exp. Idioms and Phrasal Verbs, Grammar in Use and etc. for all levels including basic, intermediate, and advanced.
To improve vocabulary and idiomatic speech, you cannot just pick up a book. The best way to build vocabulary and knowledge of idioms is to speak, speak and speak. Reading about something will not mean you will be able to do it. To improve your vocabulary and idioms, you must speak, there is no other way.
I think it depends on the learners level. but I recommend Ulysses and word power made easy.
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“Word power made easy “ by Norman Lewis
Word power made easy, this book is a great resource for building vocabulary and improve language skills The advanced Oxford learners dictionary for it provides detailed definition ms and examples of idiomatic language Also everyday practice helps out a lot because practice makes perfect, you will end up being a master of pronunciation
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