In our last session we have seen that to have a good command over the spoken form of the language you have to have a good VOCABULARY
What is meant by the word VOCABULARY?
The dictionary says the meaning is:
1. All the words of a language.
2. The sum of words used by, understood by, or at the command of a particular person or group.
3. A list of words and often phrases, usually arranged alphabetically and defined or translated; a lexicon or glossary.
4. A supply of expressive means; a repertoire of communication: a dancer's vocabulary of movement.
We will go by its second meaning
Vocabulary is the sum of words used by, understood by, or at the command of a particular person
Now, how to build up VOCABULARY?
How to improve your WORD POWER?
READING EXERCISES:
Locate an article or a short story. Read it carefully. Underline the difficult words. Look up for the words in a dictionary. Carefully read and understand the meaning and usages of the difficult, underlined words. Write the meanings legibly on a piece of paper. Now, reread the passage again looking for the meanings of the underlined words in the paper where you have written it down. Pay attention to the difference in comprehension between your two readings. Make it a practice to use these new words in your immediate conversation appropriately.
You will be surprised to find yourself having a sound VOCABULARY.
LISTENING EXERCISE:
Listen to some good radio newscasts, or watch a News Telecast. If it’s possible record it and write down the diction of the programme. Hear the programme over and over again looking into the paper you have written down the diction. Make necessary corrections in the diction you have copied down. Try to mimic the pronunciation styles of the newscast. Please make it a habit to use the words you have newly learned in your conversation in the exact style of pronunciation you have heard through the newscasts.
You’ll find your fluency,accent and intonation improving very fast.
