English vocabulary
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Topic vocabulary
See words used when talking about a variety of subjects or topics, with definitions and example sentences in context
Vocabulary reference
Useful English words and phrases conveniently arranged by type, with many example sentences and quizzes
Vocabulary by class and form
Wordlists based on word classes (parts of speech) and other word forms, with fun quizzes and audio.
People often ask
FAQ: frequently asked vocabulary questions
- Who invented vocabulary?
- How can I improve my vocabulary?
- How can I improve my vocabulary in 30 days?
- How can I find vocabulary?
When I use a word, it means just what I choose it to mean - neither more nor less.' Humpty-Dumpty (Lewis Carroll)
More vocabulary resources
Vocabulary @ Joe's Cafe
Pretty much anything is on the menu
Brexit vocab
The term Brexit entered the English language in the year 2012 and has since spawned many variants and alternative terms, most of them humorous.
Fun chat stickers
Download these cute Mr EnglishClub and Ms EnglishClub stickers FREE and learn English with your friends
7 tips for learning English vocabulary
Follow these ideas and learn new English words more easily.
Informal contractions
What do words like "gonna" and "wanna" mean?
Millennium - 2000 or 2001?
When does a century change?
e-ENGLISH IYKWIM ;-)
Internet abbreviations, codes and lingo
Vocabulary Games Online
Online matching games, jumbled games, hangman games to test your knowledge of words:
Recommended Vocabulary Links
- Essential British English (Cambridge Dictionary)
- Essential American English (Cambridge Dictionary)
- English vocabulary at Wikipedia
It is more fun to talk with someone who doesn't use long, difficult words but rather short, easy words like 'What about lunch?' Winnie-the-Pooh