Alicia Said:

How to improve english language and reading newspaper easily?which dictionary I shud use to improve my english?

We Answered:

One way to improve your vocabulary is to find the simplest word for any given complex word.
For eg. If you open the Oxford dictionary and see the word Surreptitious, then you will also find the words, Clandestine and Stealthful in its meanings. Clandestine and Surreptitious are synonyms and stealthful means accomplishing a task without being detected or noticed. This term is especially used in espionage and the armed forces.
Do this exercise with any word on a random page you open and then go ahead and find multiple words for it. Use those words while speaking to friends during the day. This will increase your vocabulary and articulation.

Darren Said:

How I can improve english communication skill?

We Answered:

Actually, broadening/improving one's language skills is a very broad concept, it should be done in more than one ways at the same time which is highly recommended. One can NOT become better ONLY in one area, say, speaking or chatting, one MUST improve skills in ALL dimensions of the language!

Learning language well requires being as active as possible and making the learning as FUN for oneself as possible. Taking lessons is always important, but equally important are these:

1) Listen/watch: Keep listening to internet radio stations like BBC, watch TV shows in English (use only subtitles, NOT voice dubbing in case you are not a native English speaker!), etc.

2) Write/communicate: Try to find discussion forums from the web about things that you find interesting and FUN (music/various artists, hobbies, etc.) and start communicating there with other people using only English. Start using instant messaging systems in case you find some new friends or start emailing them. Please do NOT be afraid of making mistakes or hesitating, because even native speakers do make mistakes and do hesitate at times! The more you enjoy communicating, the better!

3) Buy yourself a proper dictionary, and each time when you see a strange word that you do not understand, look it up. Putting words into their CONTEXT is one of the best ways to broaden one's vocabulary and grammar knowledge, the more you read and write the better. Memorising is NOT the best way to go with learning vocabulary, grammar or any other language areas! For idioms, you should buy an all-English dictionary which explains the words in English and shows you examples of how to use the words.

The main point in ANY language learning is to make it as fun as possible for yourself. Try to find topics that INTEREST you, read online newspapers (Times, Guardian, Independent...), listen to BBC/NBC and other radio stations online, if you find a discussion forum for e.g. your favourite hobby or your idols in music do participate there, etc. The key word here is CONTEXT, which means that it is easier to learn new words and their usage as well as grammar when you use/see them in their real CONTEXT. The more you see and hear the new words in their context and the more you use them in your speech & writing, the easier it becomes to remember their meanings and correct spelling. Do NOT be afraid of making mistakes though, because even native speakers do make mistakes and do hesitate at times!

I'm sorry there is NO EASY WAY out with this, one really must develop language skills in ALL these language "levels" or dimensions in order to reach better language skills!!

Last but not least: NEVER EVER use ANY online translators, they are nothing but utter rubbish!! English is practically EVERYWHERE in the online world these days, you just have to use your imagination to find it! Learning pace is always personal, it takes the time it takes so there is no reason to hurry it up too much. If you do, you will not learn so well. Also, please learn the basics of the standard English first before advancing to finer details like dialects/accents. A word of warning though: Do stay well away from overrated, overpriced and overhyped language "gimmicks" such as Rosetta Stone, they really are NOT worth for checking out!

Good luck!

Jamie Said:

How to improve english talking over the phone?

We Answered:

uhhh i dont know. i dont think it really matters either cus people always call us n idk what they are saying but i always fugiure it out. just dont worry bout it u will be fine :)

Edna Said:

How can I improve English as a graduate student in China?

We Answered:

Are you in US already ? ?

if yes, u can interact with people , it might help ..

Or try and rent american movies , u learn a lot from them and play it with subtitles on , so u can follow it ..

other than that , there are many sources aimed to improve english, but they usually cost more and are boring ..

Janice Said:

How to improve English to Japanese translation skills?

We Answered:

At a professional level, you usually translate into your native tongue, not the other way around. You could try to improve your overall Japanese skills by exposing yourself to as much Japanese as possible - TV, newspaper, magazines, etc. If you're in Japan, recording a bilingual Japanese news (original in Japanese/sub channel in English) and listen to both languages seem to work well.

Alexander Said:

How to improve English language skills?

We Answered:

Read what interests you - that is the best way to enjoy it and to learn the most!

As yourself what you want to learn about - is there a certain person or subject? There is a book available about almost everything and everyone these days!

For quality I suggest reading classic American novels (1800s-1900s), because often today's novels have less advanced vocabulary. If you are still in school I would ask an English teacher for recommendations, or check out your local library. Historical fiction is great because you can dip your feet into both history and reading at once, and the stories are often based on fact.

Here's one reading list:
http://www.phschool.com/curriculum_suppo…

And yes, I would use a dictionary. Looking up the words will help you so much in the long run. If using a paper copy is difficult try Dictionary.com for quick definitions.

This may sound crazy to you, but a Bible is a good resource for learning English - a translation like the NIV has enough big words to stretch you but is in modern enough language to understand.

I am impressed at your commitment to reading and learning even as a late reader :)

P.S. The better reader you are, the better your writing will be too!