I think many were waiting for the appearance of this super collection on the site. And so I thought about the creation of this huge creation. Such collections should exist, despite their primitive vocabulary. Agree, not everyone learns English at school, and starting to learn a language from scratch is not an easy task. This selection of words for Lingvo Tutor was created for those who do not know vocabulary well, or for those who want to test their knowledge. The title speaks for itself: 2000 most used words in English language» , and all this, you can get in the document word. I just want to answer a few questions that may arise:
1. Why do we need 2000 words if there are 1000 most used English words?
Firstly, this is not 2000 (sorry for such a game of numbers), and secondly, there is no thematic classification here. All words are collected in one place, and one dictionary for our program contains about 500 words. Since a lot of words are repeated, I decided to remove them, so some collections may not have 500 words. For example, in some dictionaries there are mostly 300-400 words. In fact, the dictionaries for Lingvo Tutor will not have all 2000 words (since I did not want similar words to be repeated), but you will first learn those that are))). If you still insist on 2000, you can download all the words in the document and add them yourself, although I doubt it.
2. Why are the dictionaries divided into 4, and not in one file?
The question is clear, and the answer, I think, will also be logical. Can you imagine a dictionary with 2000 English words? It will be like a big encyclopedia in megabytes. It will be practically impossible to learn such a card, and it will be inconvenient to throw it on a phone, PDA, etc. 500 words in one dictionary is already a lot, but you can put up with it. The main task has already been completed - the dictionaries are ready, and you can already do whatever you want with them. You can make one file with all the words.
3. Why is it needed at all?
The answer to this question may take me several pieces of paper))). I will try to explain and I hope you will agree with me. The fact is that when learning a language, very often the question arises about lexical minimum. Most frequently asked question while learning a foreign language - how many words do you need to know in order to at least feel comfortable in another country?
Comfortable does not mean that the question howtogettothecitycenter, the answer will follow mynameisVova. You need to know and understand the most basic concepts, and then your stay in a foreign environment will be more favorable. Why do I focus on vocabulary on my site?(oops, another unplanned question turned out) - yes, because with the help of your own knowledge of the vocabulary, you will be able to understand what is being said and try to say at least something. Of course, there will also be supporters of the theory that, they say, without the grammar of the language neither here nor there, but I don't think it's quite right.
For example, a guy wants to find a store, meets the first passerby and says “ shop”, a native of any English-speaking country will point you in the right direction. Everything is simple and elementary, but that's when you start bend the bar and use grammatical constructions that, in principle, cannot exist, then you may not be understood correctly. I am writing all this from my own experience (although I have not been to England), but I managed to visit a country where they speak a different language. I think my life would be much easier if I knew some essential words, and going to a restaurant would not be hard labor.
Lexical minimum- these are the words without which it is impossible to move further in learning the language, and without which you will not know what to do in another English-speaking country. If you still remember at least a little of the school grammar of the English language, then after studying these words you can freely go on vacation to other countries (where they understand English, of course))) and not worry about your future.
Regarding the last sentence, I probably exaggerated a little, but anyway, if you know 2000 most used words in English, it will be much easier for you …
Well, now download the 2000 most frequently used English words:
Selection in WORD format with transcription
Format selections for Lingvo Tutor 12
Dictionary 2000-A-E
Dictionary 2000-F-L
Dictionary 2000-M-P
Dictionary 2000-Q-Z
Gratitude:
- Raznochinets - it was he who first decided to help me with this selection, and then I set to work
- The person who came up with the script (unsubscribe, otherwise I can’t find you).
- The person who made the selection in the document.
Most popular English words: first thousand words
Why do I need these words?
If you decide learn english words, but for one reason or another you cannot make your own dictionary of them, then for this case we have prepared a list of the most common words with translation into English.
On what basis were these frequently used words?
The list of popular words for learning foreign languages was formed as a result of comparing various dictionaries, phrasebooks, lists of words compiled by users themselves, and analyzing books. This took into account the frequency of the use of words for different languages and the degree of need to know the translation of these words from Russian into foreign languages.
What does "thousand words" mean?
We have compiled over 3000 of the most common english words and divided them according to the frequency of use and requests into the first thousand, second and third.
You can add 1000 popular English words to your personal dictionary: in the first thousand the most requested and commonly used words are, as a rule, of everyday everyday nature and the easiest to learn.
And in the second and third thousand - already, basically, more specific words necessary for understanding various texts and communication in different areas.
Where did the numbers come from: 1000 words, 3000?
We believe that by studying foreign language can't help but learn words. They themselves will not be remembered at the initial stage, no matter what immersion technique is used.
To be able to replenish your vocabulary from reading books, watching movies and talking with native speakers, you need to at least know some initial number of words. I wonder how much?
ON THE. Bonk (http://ru.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bonk,_Natalya_Alexandrovna) included 1250 words and expressions in her classic textbook. This is for the very beginner level. Bonk is a classic of the genre, the entire Soviet Union studied from her textbooks, and she can be quite considered an authority, this is not some newfangled guru.
We decided to focus on three thousand words that turned out to be the most popular as a result of our analysis.
And what will happen if I learn all these three thousand English words?
First of all, we do not at all insist on the study of these particular words and in such quantity, but we offer them as an option.
If you learn so many words, it will be quite easy, for example, to read books in the target language and replenish your vocabulary from them, as well as to express yourself in the language in various situations, at least at the level of a guest worker from Tajikistan.
And how do you learn these words?
Here, whatever one may say, you will have to work at least a little, but work hard. And our site, as it can, will help you brighten up the process of memorizing words.
You can first read and try to remember the entire list of words. And you can immediately use the testing itself to memorize, because it’s not for nothing that we focus on the fact that on our website you can learn English words online.
Actually, passing the test by words is something like working with flashcards for learning english words: you are prompted to enter the translation of the word, and then after entering your answer, you see the correct answer and the picture and sound for this word.
Thus, in case of an erroneous answer (and in the case of a correct answer too), you have the opportunity to take another look at the translation of the word, at the picture illustrating it, and listen to its pronunciation. Well, repetition, as you know, is the mother of learning. And the word will inevitably be remembered.
Although, of course, the practice of memorization is purely individual. Some people have a particular affinity for this. Someone uses various associations to learn words.
And there is such a technique for memorizing English words. If the word means a material object, then connect all your 5 senses to remember it. Close your eyes. Try to imagine what this object looks like. Smell it. Touch it with your tongue. Touch it in your imagination. And after each sensation presented, say to yourself or aloud the word being studied. Also just write it.
The dictionary is useful for those who are taking their first steps in learning English. It includes about 500 common words, which are usually contained in school textbooks for the 2nd - 5th grades. This is elementary vocabulary like days of the week or verbs of motion.
If you think that you are absolutely "zero" level, this dictionary is good way make sure you know some words.
How is this English dictionary different from "Dictionary 3000"?
My " " includes 3000 common English words, selected by frequency, then divided into parts of speech and topics. This mini-dictionary includes where less words- only about 500.
For many beginners, 3000 words is a bit much. Learning them seems like an overwhelming task. And here 500 words - it is quite within the power of anyone to learn in a few weeks, or even days. Moreover, the words are very common, which means they will meet often.
How to use a dictionary?
The dictionary is presented in the form of Quizlet cards. This convenient program has six modes of memorizing words. If the program does not suit you, download the dictionary in one file and learn it in any other convenient way.
Does it even make sense to specifically learn words? Maybe it's better to just watch movies or read books in English?
Movies and books in English are a good way to develop vocabulary, if there is already some base. If you already know common words, at least the basics of English grammar, and you can read and listen to original materials, understanding, if not all, then at least the main meaning, pay more attention to practice.
But if you don't know how to say "street", "Tuesday", "it's 9 o'clock" yet, then you need to pay attention to the basics.
Will I be able to speak English fluently by learning all this vocabulary?
No, you can't.
Moreover, having memorized some large solid dictionary of the English language, for example, Muller's dictionary, you will also not speak English fluently, as well as understand listening, writing and, possibly, reading. Words are an important but not the only aspect of language learning. Language proficiency consists of the following elements:
- Lexicon- the building blocks of speech.
- Grammar- rules of interaction and change of words.
- Reading - The best way replenish vocabulary, learn the depths of the language.
- listening(listening) is a specific skill that cannot be developed otherwise than by listening to materials in English.
- Letter- writing at the 3rd grade level is not difficult, but more complex essays will require serious knowledge of grammar.
- Oral speech- in 99% of cases, the desired goal of English learners! It requires not so much knowledge as conversational practice.
In my book "" I call the combination of these elements the "formula of the language"
Language proficiency = (vocabulary + grammar) × practice in 4 types of speech activity.
Returning to the question: in order to speak English fluently, it is not enough to master any one element of the formula. Everyone needs to be involved. You can learn more about all aspects of language learning from my book.
The first question that arises for beginners to learn English is how many English words do you need to know in order to start speaking? The fact that you have to learn several hundred words is clear to everyone, but it is not so easy for a beginner to determine the lexical minimum. Different sites and different training programs give different lexical minimums - on some sites you will find 1000 English words that you need to know, somewhere 800, somewhere 100. In this article we will give you the basic words you need to know in English . There are only 100 of them, and if you are at the very beginning of the path, this will be quite enough to compose some elementary phrases and phrases.
One hundred basic words of the English language
100 English words for ease of memorization, we divided the words into parts of speech and into groups. Each word is voiced and a translation is given to it. When memorizing a word, listen to it several times, repeat aloud. We recommend that you memorize approximately 10 words per day, starting each next stage by repeating the list of previously learned words. The learned words will also help you in the further development of grammar.
So, listen to the pronunciation of English words online that everyone should know
Pronouns
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Verbs
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Put |
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enjoy, use |
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Work |
Nouns
People
Places
- Food and drinks
Time periods
Family
Miscellaneous
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box, drawer |
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thing, object |
adjectives
Colors
Adverbs
How to teach to learn
It's important to hear correct pronunciation English words, because as you hear the word, so remember it. In order for words to be remembered well, it is necessary to use them in practice. To begin with, it was not bad for you to make phrases from words that match each other in meaning, for example, every day, go home. Sometimes words in English are easier to remember if you come up with some funny or ridiculous phrase with them, for example - We never use money or I often see beautiful green people. The more various combinations of available words you manage to come up with, the better the words will be remembered, since in this case not only visual and auditory memory is involved, but also associative thinking. 
Another way for easier memorization of words is grouping according to a certain attribute. In the noun section, we already did that for you. Try this method for other parts of speech. For example, adjectives can be taught in pairs with opposite meanings - good-bad etc. In the existing adverbs, the group is also clearly distinguished - Today - Tomorrow - Yesterday . Having carefully studied the list of English words, you can make groups for yourself that will be convenient for you.
So, now you have the necessary vocabulary for beginners at your disposal, the English language has become one step closer and clearer.
Your task is to learn them, remember the correct pronunciation and practice as often as possible, combining them with each other in various variations. After you are sure that all the words have settled firmly in your memory, you can move on to the next level - increase your vocabulary with easy texts and stories.
Online exercise according to the Lim English method for memorizing personal pronouns
Want to know even more English words? Then start learning using the Lim English online method. You will get access to exercises, each of which will replenish your vocabulary by 10-20 words.
When learning English, we often exclaim: “I want to increase my vocabulary!” Familiar phrase? Maybe even a familiar target?
I wonder what is the cherished figure for each: 100, 1,000 or 10,000 words? After reading the entertaining arithmetic given in the article, you will be convinced that knowing even 10 words in English is already a good platform for language practice. Don't believe? Read on.
What are the most used English words? People contributed to the Oxford English Dictionary huge list of all the words used, which were called the Oxford English Corpus (Oxford English Corpus). The work was done in order to find out which words are most used.
What has been discovered may surprise you. Instead of considering each individual word, a bet was made on the search for "basic words" called lemmas (lemma - abstract, topic, gloss). For example, climbing, climbing and climbing are variations of the word climb. When one of these words was discovered, it was recorded only as another form of the use of the word climb.
As a result of the study, it was found that 10 frequently used English words make up 25% of all the words that we use! These are functional words like like the, of, be, to. That is, if you take any text of 100 words, about 25 of them will be from the TOP-10 list.
We continue to be amazed: the 100 most used words in the English language actually make up 50% of all the words we speak every day. 1000 words already make up 75% of our vocabulary. Words like girl, win, decide, huge. And with 7000 words, you will cover 90% of all the words you will need in life.
The rest of the words you use either once in your life, or in case of professional need.
The top 10 of all English words are just "command" or "function words", but TOP 10 nouns great help with the story of things familiar to us. Meet the great ten nouns that keep you company every day:
1. Time
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person
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year
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way
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day
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Thing
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Man
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World
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life
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hand
The results of the study are encouraging, because to learn all the popular English words, you will need much less work than you think! If you learn 100 commonly used words and also various options using them, you will be able to make basic sentences (minus just one or two words). Of course, the hardest part is learning all the meanings in which these words can be used. But this is not from the realm of fantasy, the main thing is to start!
| 1 the 2 be 3 to 4 of 5 and 6a 7 in 8 that 9 have 10 I 11 it 12 for 13 not 14 on 15 with 16 he 17 as 18 you 19 do 20 at 21 this 22 but 23 24 by 25 from |
26 they 27 we 28 say 29 her 30 she 31 or 32 an 33 will 34 my 35 one 36 all 37 would 38 there 39 40 what 41 so 42 up 43 out 44 if 45 about 46 who 47 get 48 what 49 go 50 me |
51 when 52 make 53 can 54 like 55 time 56 no 57 just 58 him 59 know 60 take 61 people 62 into 63 year 64 your 65 good 66 some 67 could 68 them 69 see 70 other 71 than 72 then 73 now 74 looks 75 only |
76 come 77 its 78 over 79 think 80 also 81 back 82 after 83 use 84 two 85 how 86 our 87 work 88 first 89 well 90 way 91 even 92 new 93 want 94 95 any 96 these 97 98 days 99 most 100 us |
P.S.: But that's not all we wanted to tell. The compilers of the Oxford Corpus have done a lot of work by identifying the most commonly used words. But in fact, a hundred of the most commonly used ones serve to join other words that carry the main semantic load. In the Top 100, as you have noticed, there are a lot of prepositions, pronouns, particles, adverbs. Without them, nowhere, but only with their help, you are unlikely to be able to ask the question "How to get to the library?".
Therefore, we share another tablet containing 25 most popular nouns, verbs and prepositions.
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| 1 time 2 people 3 years 4 way 5 days 6 things 7 man 8 world 9 lives 10 hands 11 part 12 children 13 eyes 14 women 15 place 16 work Week 17 Case 18 19 points 20 government 21 companies 22 number 23 group 24 problem 25 facts |
1 be 2 have 3 do 4 say 5 get 6 make 7 go 8 know 9 take 10 see 11 come 12 think 13 looks 14 want 15 give 16 use 17 find 18 tell 19 ask 20 work 21 22 feel 23 try 24 leave 25 call |
1 good 2 new 3 first 4 last 5 long 6 great 7 little 8 own 9 other 10 old 11 right 12 big 13 high 14 different 15 small 16 large 17 next 18 early 19 young 20 important 21 few 22 public 23 bad 24 same 25 able |
You can add a little imagination and combine words from different columns, connecting them into sentences. For example, we take the noun “government” from the first column, the verb “work” from the second in the Present Simple, and the adjective “great” (which is the same form as the adverb) and we get a fantastic sentence The government works great! And this is not an election campaign at all. To make sure that knowing the popular 75 words is also a very useful burden that does not burden you, you can try experimenting with other words and get sentences like Woman thinks different or Problem seems small.
This fact is important, do you agree?
Alina Yesenina, specially for the site
