How dictionaries
can help you
This page
explains the importance of using a dictionary; it also explains how to choose
and use a dictionary. Research has shown that the better your vocabulary, the
better your chance succeeding in your studies. Using dictionaries is an
excellent way of building your vocabulary and every student should own and use
at least one good dictionary.
Why use a
dictionary?
Using a
dictionary will help you understand the learning material and your assignment
questions. This is very important because if you misinterpret even one word in
an assignment, you risk getting the answer wrong.
-choose the
most appropriate words so that your writing is clear, interesting and reads
well.
-use words
correctly so that you say what you mean and your writing is easy to understand.
-spell words
correctly – incorrect spelling may be penalised in assignments, and it
certainly gives a bad impression.
-build your
vocabulary - looking up a word not only helps you understand and use that word
but the process of looking it up helps fix the word in your memory.
How to
use a dictionary
-The
websites below will help you get the most out of a dictionary.
-How to use
a dictionary - WikiHow (opens in a new window)
-How to use
a dictionary effectively - Paul Shoebottom, Frankfurt International School
(opens in a new window)
-This site
is aimed at ESOL students but could be useful for anyone wanting to improve
their English
-How to use
the Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English online (opens in a new window)
-Using the
Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary online
(opens in a new window)
-Using a
spell checker
-A spell
checker, e.g. the MS Word spell checker, can be useful but there are a few
things you need to be aware of...
-How to use
a computer spellcheck - Paul Shoebottom, Frankfurt International School (opens
in a new window)
-Useful
advice on running and using a spelling checker and problems to watch out for.
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