ENG # | Resources |
Explanation |
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1 | Dictionaries |
Learner dictionaries - Good for synonyms, pronunciation and phrasal verbs MacMillan Longman Oxford Collins Cobuild Pronunciation (British) Howjsay Monolingual Merriam Webster + thesaurus Bi- & Multi-lingual Word Reference Etymology Slang and Idioms Idioms Urban (Street slang) Web readers Voycabulary Word Champ Concordancers LexTutor Learn how to use Lextutor Micase COCA |
2 | Pronunciation on line |
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3 | Syllabe Stress |
Introduction to Syllable Stress Syllable Stress: Lessons and Drills Syllable Stress Exercises (These need Flash) |
4 | Vocabulary |
1 CPE Word Bank Come back each week day: phrasals, word form & collocations 2 Ielts Exam - Daily quizzes To help you learn colloquial vocabulary 3 IELTS vocabulary practice for the Speaking paper Do 1 or 2 topics a week 4 Academic Word Lists - Go to Sublists and do some exercises 5 Comparing British vs. American |
5 | Speaking |
Splendid Speaking for the advanced leaner. Today's Vocabulary quiz. IELTS Speaking Practice, vocabulary, expression |
6 | Listening |
Slow Listenings - Special English with transcripts (VOA) Ted Talks Program Streaming, Hourly News, Top Stories StoryCorps Car Talk BBC World Service Learning English: Grammar & pronunciation | Talking Business | presentations
Listen to Krulwich as he talks about the importance of masculine and feminine nouns. Look at the script if you have trouble understanding. (7 min., 19 sec.) Shakespeare Had Roses All Wrong: Krulwich Wonders… |