If you are learning English and want some extra help with vocabulary, this book is for you - it will give you the words you need to communicate with confidence. English Vocabulary makes learning vocabulary easy and enjoyable. New words are introduced with pictures and practised immediately so you ll remember them. There s lots of practice in using the language in real situations and help with difficult verbs, so you can speak and write in English with confidence.

Each unit of the book starts with 'Basics'. Check that you know all these words. When you think you know the words, try 'Test your basics'. Next is 'Extension' - this will get you to learn more words and will help with problems such as difficult verbs before trying the exercises in the next section, 'Practice'. Then there is 'In use' - practice exercises using the language in real situations. Finally there is 'Recap' to help you check, remember and write down what you have done. At the end of each unit you will find an 'Answer key' to check your work.

There are British and American voices on the recordings, so you hear both British and American pronunciation, and the very few words which are different are listed in the book.

The accompanying double CD provides approximately 2 hours of listening material. The CDs (0 340 86797 3) can be purchased separately or in a pack with the book (0 340 86795 7).

Alternatively, the listening material is also available on a double cassette which can be purchased on its own (0 340 86796 5) or in a pack with the book (0 340 86794 9).