In this lesson, learn 5 ways that you can improve your knowledge of English vocabulary. See why this is the best English vocabulary YouTube channel with an experienced English teacher! -- collocations -- connotation -- word families -- synonyms/antonyms -- what we use the word for (people, animals, objects/things/ideas?) PRACTICE WITH ME: Learn these words by using the method listed below: 1. vast 2. appropriate 3. obesity -- What does it mean? (Use an ESL dictionary like https://www.ldoceonline.com) -- common collocations: what words are often used with this word? -- word family: noun, verb, adjective, adverb forms -- connotation: positive, negative, or neutral meaning? -- synonyms & antonyms: what are common, easy, clear words that have the same or opposite meanings? Try to match the new word with words that you already know. -- What do we use this word for? People, animals, objects/things/ideas? ______________________________________ If you found this video helpful, please give it a Like, leave a comment, and consider subscribing with notifications (click the bell). I really appreciate your support! 🙏 0:00 How to Improve Academic Vocabulary 0:49 Collocations 3:00 Word Family 4:30 Connotation 5:00 Synonyms & Antonyms 5:52 Difference between debate and discuss 8:06 How to use new words 9:32 What does devastating mean? 10:05 What does eradicate mean? 13:14 How to use eradicate 14:25 How to use devastating ______________________________________ You might also like these lessons: American culture: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTaPDxv5nudm_ZCLhTdxBHq71v6IhzlZk Grammar lessons: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTaPDxv5nudnbMc7WK5e6Hz1EQrz49Yvd How to write English sentences: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTaPDxv5nudkueBaTBejyvPM8tFNj-Wda ______________________________________ About Learn Academic English: This channel is for intermediate & advanced-level English learners who want to use English in college/university/work. I have more than 20 years of teaching experience! New videos every week! _______________________________________ JOIN ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA! 😃 I love connecting with viewers! Want more? Join my Facebook group http://facebook.com/learnenglishwithjenna See tips and behind the scenes on Instagram: http://instagram.com/englishwithjenna _______________________________________ COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS 🤔 -- Where are you from? I was born and raised in the United States. I live in California. -- How many years have you been teaching? Over 20 years. -- What qualifications do you have? I have a Master's degree in linguistics with an emphasis in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) -- What languages do you speak? English is my native language. I've studied Spanish, Czech, French, a little German, and Portuguese. I speak Portuguese as my second language because my husband is from Brazil. -- Do you teach online? I have a full-time teaching job at a college in California, so I don't currently offer English lessons online. However, I may do that in the future, so check back! -- Can you recommend good books for English learners? Yes! Check out my list of recommended books here: https://amzn.to/3opv8IQ -- What level do you teach? I teach all levels of English, but this channel is designed for intermediate and advanced learners. Because I teach college, much of the content is meant to help English learners prepare for going to school in English. _______________________________________ Note: Links may include affiliate links, from which I may earn a small commission at no cost to you. None of my content is sponsored.