Book 2 of 5 · Chapters 37–56
Vocabulary& Word Formation
Words, word families and collocations you will really use.
Book 2 builds a vocabulary you can really use: everyday topic words, word families, prefixes and suffixes, phrasal verbs, idioms, collocations and the precise words that make your English sound natural.
- Pages
- 450
- Chapters
- 20
- Modules
- 4
- Appendices
- 6
- Levels
- A1–C2
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What you will learn
20 chapters in 4 modules
Tap a module to see its chapters. Each module is labelled with its CEFR level.
Module 8Building a Vocabulary FoundationA1–A24 chapters
- Ch 37: Core Thematic Vocabulary
- Ch 38: Word Classes and Word Families
- Ch 39: Synonyms, Antonyms, Homophones, Homonyms, Homographs
- Ch 40: Commonly Confused Words
Module 9Word FormationB1–B24 chapters
- Ch 41: Prefixes
- Ch 42: Suffixes
- Ch 43: Greek and Latin Roots
- Ch 44: Compounding, Conversion, Blending, and Clipping
Module 10Multi-Word ExpressionsB1–C15 chapters
- Ch 45: Phrasal Verbs
- Ch 46: Idioms
- Ch 47: Collocations
- Ch 48: Proverbs, Sayings, Binomials, and Fixed Expressions
- Ch 49: Similes, Metaphors, and Figurative Language
Module 11Using Words PreciselyB2–C27 chapters
- Ch 50: Register and Tone
- Ch 51: Connotation, Denotation, and Shades of Meaning
- Ch 52: Academic Word List and Discipline-Specific Vocabulary
- Ch 53: Euphemism, Jargon, Dysphemism, and Political Correctness
- Ch 54: Etymology and the History of English
- Ch 55: British vs. American Vocabulary and Spelling
- Ch 56: Vocabulary Learning Systems
Look inside
Real pages from the book
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Also in the book
Built for self-study
- Getting Started guideA diagnostic test tells you where to start, with learning pathways and a study plan.
- A visual guide in every chapterCharts, timelines and diagrams that show each idea at a glance.
- Key Rules and Pitfall AlertsThe core idea stated simply, and the common mistakes to avoid.
- Practice with answer keysGraded exercises with short explanations, so you can check your own work.
Appendices
6 reference sections
- Appendix A: Phrasal Verb Dictionary (top 300)
- Appendix B: Idioms and Collocations Index
- Appendix C: Prefix, Suffix, and Root Reference Tables
- Appendix D: Vocabulary Log and Word-Card Templates
- Appendix E: Master Answer Key Index
- Appendix F: Recommended Resources for Vocabulary Learners
The series
Other books in the series
Book 2 of 5 · Chapters 37–56
Vocabulary& Word Formation
Words, word families and collocations you will really use.
Book 2 builds a vocabulary you can really use: everyday topic words, word families, prefixes and suffixes, phrasal verbs, idioms, collocations and the precise words that make your English sound natural.
- Pages
- 450
- Chapters
- 20
- Modules
- 4
- Appendices
- 6
- Levels
- A1–C2
PDF eBook · instant download after payment from My Account > Orders
What you will learn
20 chapters in 4 modules
Tap a module to see its chapters. Each module is labelled with its CEFR level.
Module 8Building a Vocabulary FoundationA1–A24 chapters
- Ch 37: Core Thematic Vocabulary
- Ch 38: Word Classes and Word Families
- Ch 39: Synonyms, Antonyms, Homophones, Homonyms, Homographs
- Ch 40: Commonly Confused Words
Module 9Word FormationB1–B24 chapters
- Ch 41: Prefixes
- Ch 42: Suffixes
- Ch 43: Greek and Latin Roots
- Ch 44: Compounding, Conversion, Blending, and Clipping
Module 10Multi-Word ExpressionsB1–C15 chapters
- Ch 45: Phrasal Verbs
- Ch 46: Idioms
- Ch 47: Collocations
- Ch 48: Proverbs, Sayings, Binomials, and Fixed Expressions
- Ch 49: Similes, Metaphors, and Figurative Language
Module 11Using Words PreciselyB2–C27 chapters
- Ch 50: Register and Tone
- Ch 51: Connotation, Denotation, and Shades of Meaning
- Ch 52: Academic Word List and Discipline-Specific Vocabulary
- Ch 53: Euphemism, Jargon, Dysphemism, and Political Correctness
- Ch 54: Etymology and the History of English
- Ch 55: British vs. American Vocabulary and Spelling
- Ch 56: Vocabulary Learning Systems
Look inside
Real pages from the book
Tap a page to see it full size.
Also in the book
Built for self-study
- Getting Started guideA diagnostic test tells you where to start, with learning pathways and a study plan.
- A visual guide in every chapterCharts, timelines and diagrams that show each idea at a glance.
- Key Rules and Pitfall AlertsThe core idea stated simply, and the common mistakes to avoid.
- Practice with answer keysGraded exercises with short explanations, so you can check your own work.
Appendices
6 reference sections
- Appendix A: Phrasal Verb Dictionary (top 300)
- Appendix B: Idioms and Collocations Index
- Appendix C: Prefix, Suffix, and Root Reference Tables
- Appendix D: Vocabulary Log and Word-Card Templates
- Appendix E: Master Answer Key Index
- Appendix F: Recommended Resources for Vocabulary Learners
The series