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Mary Simmers

With all the latest English software programs and websites developed today in the Internet, almost anyone would say that the English language is becoming an easier subject for those who wish to learn this language. However, most people are fast becoming too dependent on these programs. Essays, written assignments, even public documents which are supposed to be unique and original are all taken from the Internet and this is not a very good strategy, most especially to those who are not very good with the English language. Let’s say that a power failure hit your house and you need to do an essay for your school work and now that the PC is off, how can you do it? Then at this very moment, you will need to use the one thing that most of us may have already forgotten: the dictionary.

Yes, the dictionary. How many of us have remembered during the olden days, when computers did not exist yet that we always rely on the dictionary to help us when dealing with the English language. Unfortunately, this book is now taken for granted because of the existence of English checkers and other programs that deal with English grammar. But it is often advisable to use the dictionary to increase your expertise with the English vocabulary.

In order for you to increase your word power, it is a good practice to make a list of all English words that you have encountered that might seem too difficult for you to understand. Once this is done, you can then consult the dictionary and then write down what they mean. You can also practice using those words by writing them down into sentences to further improve your writing skills. If you want, you can have someone accompany you in this exercise and both of you can compare your answers. Do not underestimate the English dictionary for it has guided almost all generations when it comes to learning perfect English.

The dictionary have existed for so many years already, therefore we can always rely on it for better word understanding. It is a good practice to often carry around a dictionary in work or in class so that you can read it when you don’t have anything to do. However, for your convenience, you can opt to use a small sized dictionary as you might have difficulty carrying a big one. The smaller dictionaries do not have that many words but the most basic definitions can be found inside it. Also, you can create your own “dictionary “by placing difficult words and their meanings in a small notebook for your reference. If you want to know more on how to make your very own personalized "dictionary "then watch out for the next article that I will be making. It can definitely save you time as it is already made for your own private use.

So if I were you, you might want to take a look at your old dictionary in order to improve your English grammar. Besides, it might save you from boredom when you don’t have anything to do.

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