English Vocabulary Elements: A Course in the Structure of English Words

English Vocabulary Elements is a revised and updated edition that helps students develop familiarity with over 500 Latin and Greek word elements in English,introduce and illustrate fundamental concepts of linguistics,sketch word origins,and discuss meaning change and correct usage. A companion website provides supplementary materials.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 368 pages
Publication date: 20 April 2023
Publisher: Oxford University Press Inc

English Vocabulary Elements is a comprehensive resource designed to assist students in developing a strong grasp of learned, specialized, and scientific vocabulary. By leveraging the principles of modern linguistics, this revised and updated edition aims to enhance familiarity with over 500 Latin and Greek word elements found in English. Through its engaging content, the book demonstrates how these roots serve as the foundation for thousands of diverse words. Along the journey, the authors introduce and illustrate key concepts of linguistics, trace word origins back to Latin, Greek, and even Proto-Indo-European, and explore issues related to meaning change and proper usage. Furthermore, the volume includes new illustrative examples, self-help tests, and study questions to further enhance the learning experience. A companion website offers supplementary materials, including an Instructor's Manual with an answer key, to support educators in teaching this valuable subject. By offering a thorough approach to vocabulary expansion, English Vocabulary Elements serves as an invaluable tool that empowers students to deepen their understanding of the English language.

Weight: 514g
Dimension: 156 x 234 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780190925482
Edition number: 3 Revised edition