Mastering 8000 English words

Author: Zhang Xiang
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Publishing Date: 2000-11-01
Features: This book is another significant work launched by Zhang Xiang, a renowned expert in English teaching reform and the editor-in-chief of popular English learning materials such as "Mastering English," "Soaring English" audio magazines, and "Conquering Spoken English." It is currently the first self-study textbook in China that focuses on training the mastery of core English vocabulary. Compared to similar vocabulary guidance books, it has four distinct features:
1. It first addresses the common communication barrier faced by English learners—"memorizing words but not knowing how to use them." By closely examining the thinking and expression patterns of native English speakers and thoroughly studying authoritative dictionaries such as Oxford and Longman, the book summarizes twenty-five major categories of English word usage and sentence-formation S+V core rules. This helps learners accurately use the right words at the right time and place, truly achieving the ultimate goal of memorizing and mastering vocabulary!
2. It strictly follows the principles of English word formation based on roots, organizing 460 word roots that constitute 8,000 words into 20 categories scientifically, such as "Expressive Actions of the Five Senses" (actions of the five senses), "Extraordinary Hand Movements," and "Glowing Foot Movements." This makes it easier for learners to memorize targeted and effective strategies.
3. Suitable for English learners with high school graduation or higher, the book provides a progressive learning path from easy to difficult to master English vocabulary. Start by expressing ideas using 460 basic words, then master the daily and professional uses of 3,000 core words, enabling you to speak fluently at any time. Further, use synonyms and derived words for associative memory (including semantic and morphological association), making it simple to learn, easy to master, and achieving the memory effect of "the more you use, the better you remember"!
4. The selection of words is precise, covering vocabulary for CET-4, CET-6, postgraduate entrance exams, and TOEFL vocabulary. The layout is reasonable, with graded and layered arrangements of oral and professional vocabulary. The entire learning program is designed for 100 days, helping candidates improve their exam skills rapidly in a short period, especially in reading comprehension and vocabulary differentiation, achieving twice the result with half the effort! It also lays a solid foundation for English communication, enabling steady progress over time. This book is currently the first self-study textbook in China that focuses on training the mastery of core English vocabulary. It highlights the integration of vocabulary learning and native English thinking and expression models, helping you effectively overcome the communication barrier of "memorizing words but not knowing how to use them."
Multiple effective vocabulary memory methods help you break free from rote memorization. This book is the ultimate vocabulary guide for CET-4, CET-6, postgraduate entrance exams, and TOEFL.