English Speaking Dictionary (Revised Edition)

Author: Chen Xinyuan
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Publish Date: 2000-05-01
Features: People use language for communication in two main forms: spoken and written. Compared to the two, whether from the perspective of language development or the natural process of learning a language, spoken language should naturally take precedence. Therefore, cultivating spoken language skills is a crucial aspect of foreign language teaching. If someone learns a language only to read and write but cannot listen or speak, their ability to use the language for communication will be severely limited, no matter how well they perform in other areas. They will still suffer from the "deaf-mute" deficiency. Although this principle is simple, it is often not given enough attention. Even when it is emphasized, the focus is often only on making the written expressions sound natural. As a result, spoken language can become awkward and inappropriate, sometimes even leading to misunderstandings. In summary, spoken language that does not conform to the norms of the target language cannot achieve the desired communicative goals. In conclusion, spoken language is not only essential to learn but also needs to be learned authentically. To achieve this goal, various effective means must be employed, including textbooks and reference materials. English Spoken Language Dictionary takes a functional and communicative approach, carefully selecting common phrases and model sentences in spoken English, categorizing and systematically compiling them into entries for targeted reference and learning. It aims to become a distinctive, highly practical, and user-friendly reference book for spoken English. I believe that after its publication, this dictionary will be well-received by readers and effectively fulfill its purpose.