Continuing with your English language development, one of the key components when improving both your vocabulary and other language skills is the notion of synonyms and antonyms. Synonym is a word that has the same meaning as another word, while an antonym is a word that has the opposite meaning. The mastery of such will enable you to enrich your vocabulary, help you to express yourself better, and comprehend the complexities of the English language in a more effective manner.

In this paper, we will look at the definition and the significance of synonyms and antonyms and demonstrate their application within the context of everyday conversations and writing.

What Are Synonyms?

Let us first define a synonym: synonyms are words with similar meanings. The usage of synonyms can reinforce and make language more creative. Doing so would eliminate the restriction of having to use a single term for an idea. It also enables people to explain concepts with more intricacy, which may otherwise go unexpressed.

So for instance, let us consider the word happy. There are many substitutes for this word which can have slight variations in their meaning:

• Happy: characterised by the presence of an interest and enthusiasm or active pleasure.
• Synonyms: enlivened, cheerful, taciturn, blithe, ecstatic.

Although all these words express some form of happiness, it is worthwhile to note that they are used in completely different contexts and situations. For instance:

• Joyful carries the connotation of a more permanent kind of happiness, one that is profound in nature.
• Cheerful describes a person who gives off warm and positive vibes.
• Content is a more serene, quiet, peaceful form of happiness.

Common Synonyms

Some other words and phrases and their synonyms commonly used are listed below. Is there any significant difference in what is being expressed in the sentences once the words are combined?

1. Big: Large, huge, enormous, massive, gigantic.
2. Example: The elephant is big → The elephant is huge.
3. Fast: Quick, speedy, rapid, swift, brisk.
4. Example: The car is fast → The car is speedy.
5. Good: Excellent, great, fine, wonderful, superb.
6. Example: She did a good job → She did a superb job.
7. Important: Significant, crucial, essential, vital, key.
8. Example: This meeting is important → This meeting is significant.
9. Smart: Intelligent, clever, bright, sharp, brilliant.
10. Example: He is a smart student → He is an intelligent student.

Employing synonyms not only enhances the beauty of what you have written but also enhances the impression others have of you especially in terms of how well you have mastered the English language.

What Are Antonyms?

Antonyms are words that express opposite concepts or ideas. Knowing antonyms and using them in speech and writing can be quite productive because it allows you to emphasise contrast. When the use of polar ideas is required, or when two things can be compared regardless of context, antonyms can be useful.

Take, for example, the word hot. Its antonyms would be:

• Cold: A lower temperature than hot.

Some more antonyms are given below:

• Fast ↔ Slow: Different ends in terms of speed.
• Big ↔ Small: Ways in which something may be described as differing in size.
• Easy ↔ Difficult: Different levels in the difficulty of something.

Last but not least, antonyms can also be applied in many situations where contrasting ideas must be expressed in order to provide a more rounded picture of a situation. In this part, some more examples of some words and their antonyms are presented.

Common Antonyms

Let us look at a few basic words and their antonyms in common use:

1. Hard ↔ Soft
2. Example: A soft pillow and a hard chair.
3. Old ↔ New
4. Example: I like old movies, while my friend loves new ones.
5. Expensive ↔ Cheap
6. Example: An expensive dress, but cheap shoes.
7. Hot ↔ Cold
8. Example: She likes cold juice, while I prefer hot tea.
9. Happy ↔ Sad
10. Example: He was happy yesterday but today he appears to be sad.
11. Early ↔ Late
12. Example: I came early but the rest came in late.

Antonyms make it easier for the writer or the speaker for his or her audience to understand the message by indicating relationships of opposition between people, objects, ideas, occurrences or other entities.

The Use of Synonyms and Antonyms in Sentences

Here, we understand using synonyms and antonyms, how these two will help us in getting or expressing ourselves.

Synonym Example:

• Original: The cake is good.
• Synonym: The cake is wonderful.

Mainly, these two sentences are similar in content but the second one makes the point more memorable. Why, because there is one point of making more praise.

Antonym Example:

• Original: the weather is cold.
• Antonym: the weather is hot.

These two sentences give completely opposite meanings and views. Antonyms are usually associated with contrasting circumstances.

Ways to Locate Synonyms and Antonyms

Learning English comes with a lot of benefits. There, however, exist challenges such as how to locate synonyms and antonyms for words. Here are some of the ways you can utilize in locating antonyms and synonyms in English:

1. Use a Thesaurus: It is a book or software that displays reverberations of many words of different meanings and languages in the English language.
2. Practice Reading: Reading enables the learner to come across various ways of wording an idea for example like reading books and articles.
3. Word Lists: Common antonyms and synonyms are often published on various language learning sites.
4. Contextual Exercises: Rather than learning words in isolation, such as 'dog' on its own, one should learn words within phrases or sentences, such as 'Bag a dog', 'Carry a dog'.

Practising Synonyms and Antonyms

Eventually, you've learned new synonyms and antonyms; it's only right to say that you should make use of these synonyms and antonyms in your speech or even in writing. Below are pointers to integrating the two different concepts:

1. Building Constructs: Construct and write sentences using the new synonyms and antonyms you have been taught.
2. Matching Games: Jot down several words and try to recognize them among the synonyms or antonyms from the group.
3. Didactic Practice: Select a new synonym and a new antonym and integrate each one into conversation or writing every day.
4. Word Replacement in Context: For example, read or construct sentences that contain the word but try to change one of the words into its synonym or antonym depending on its usage in the sentence.

Through the expansion and use of their knowledge of synonyms and antonyms, one is able to add variety in their written and spoken English. Such skills not only extend the user's vocabulary but also enhance their ability to illuminate even the slightest of ideas.

In the English language, it is quite common for a word to have more than one definition according to how the word is used in a particular setting. This can, however, be slightly challenging when speaking the language for the first time. It is important to learn all the meanings of a term since a context usually nullifies a person's assumption about a word. This text aims to present a number of commonly used English words that have more than one meaning and illustrate how those words can be used differently in different situations.

1. Bank

When explaining the notion of "to bank", one of the common possibilities is the following:

• Bank (danger): prison or detention.
• Example: it is several months now since I am confined in the bank.
• Not surprisingly, sustaining control of a castle like Oxfordover requires enormous resources.

2. Book

It is quite important to note that within the context of learning a new language, there are words that possess several meanings. Each separate signification is dictated by the context in which the word has been used. For example, a word "book" – politicians from all around the world tend to use this word slightly differently.

• Displaying: I've just done reading a wonderful work.
• Booking (verb, to reserve): To reserve or arrange a seat or a room in advance.
• Example: I have to book a room in a hotel for the holiday that I plan to take.

In this case, the nominal form is associated with a text which one has to read, whereas the verbal form signifies to make a booking.

3. Light

The term 'light' is a bit complex with different meanings and applications in the context:

• Light (noun, brightness): The agent that causes the perception of an object or an entity.
• Example: The sunlight lit the whole room.
• Light (adjective, not heavy): Indicate something that has low weight.
• Example: The box is quite light, so I can lift it on my own.
• Light (adjective, not serious): Something is not heavy content wise or in the regard of tone.
• Example: Our discussion at the table was rather light over dinner.

For instances, you can say that light means brightness, whilst converses, weight and gist of a conversation.

4. Right

'Right" is so broad with definition ranging from that of or to do with defining something as a correct person to a physical direction:

• Right (correct): Used to describe something that is true or correct.
• Example: You answered the question right.
• Right (direction): The opposite of left is right.
• Example: At the traffic lights, make a right turn.
• Right (entitlement): Something, which the law or morality contains, to be done or to possess something.
• Example: Everyone has the right to free speech.

In this scenario, the term "right" may refer to something being appropriate or correct, a directional movement or an entitlement within legal constraints.

5. Play

"Play" is a broad word that encompasses many kinds of activities and performances that may be enjoyed by viewers and participants alike:

• Play (verb) (activity): To perform or take part in an activity usually for pleasure, particularly sports or games.
• Example: The children are playing in the park.
• Play (noun) (performance): A theatrical performance, especially in a form of a serious storyline.
• Example: We are going over to watch a play by Shakespeare yesterday.
• Play (verb; operate): To move or handle something which produces sound, such as an instrument or machinery.
• Example: Can you play the piano?

In this case, play can imply engaging in an activity, enjoying the show or performance or even dealing with an instrument.

6. Run

"Run" is another word that is highly diverse and can refer to something as basic as walking quickly or as complex as accomplishing a functional task:

• Run (verb) (physical activity): To move at a pace faster than a walk, where both feet are off the ground.
• Example: I run every morning for exercise.
• Run (verb) (operative): To direct or control an operation, for example a company or a device.
• Example: In the area, he has opened a bakery.
• Run (noun; continuous sequence): A path or course that is taken.
• Example reconstructing: The movie experienced a great run in the cinemas.

However, in very broad terms, a 'run' can be a sequence, an action that is physical, or action that is managerial, this, verb can be active in nature on its own.

7. Break

'Break' is a word that incorporates multiple meanings covering aspects of separation to cessation:

• Break (verb; to divide): To cause an entity to no longer be in one piece or to become injured.
• Example: Be cautious not to break the glass.
• Break (noun, suspension): A brief amount of time utilised to relax from any task.
• Example: How about taking a 10-minute break from work.
• Break (verb; to breach): To flout an established norm or consensus.
• Example: John got a ticket because he broke the speed limit.

Often in connecting contexts, this term can connotate the notion of withdrawing or more commonly even overstepping a control bound.

8. Can

The use of 'can', this can also express possibility in addition to being practical in application:

• Can (verb; competence): Is considered to demonstrate a potentiality or possibility of an action.
• Example: I can speak three languages.
• Can (noun, receptacle): Refers to a container constructed out of or mostly of metal for liquids or solid items.
• Example: For lunch, he had a soda in a can.

In this case, the word "can" can either be the ability to do something or a term used for an object that is used for storage purposes.

9. Watch

"Watch" is of two meanings, the first is visual observation, the second is a time measuring device.

• Watch (verb, to observe): Special attention is given to someone or something.
• Example: We should watch a movie tonight.
• Watch (noun, a small time measuring device): A time monetary device that is usually worn on the wrist.
• Example: I recently purchased a watch for my brother.

The verb form deals with the action of seeing an object, and the noun form refers to a device for telling time.

10. Point

The word 'Point' is a versatile term , as it can be either used as a noun or a verb and still have varying definitions:

• Point (noun, a detail or argument): It can refer to an issue, argument or a case.
• Example: Nicely made points during the meeting.
• Point (verb, to direct attention): It's used to give directions or to pay attention to someone or something.
• Example: She pointed out the building across the street.
• Point (noun, location or position): A place or area in space that is usually defined by its coordinates.
• Example: The race's beginning point is in the park.

The term 'Point' can relate to a concept, indicating something, or a position.

11. Very Enlightened:

Emphasis can be put in light or in terms of a person's intelligence:

• Emphasis (adjective, a person's intelligence): praiseworthy or brainy as in possessing insight or sagacity.
• Example: She is a bright student and always gets high grades.
• Bright (adjective, full of light): Possessing a lot of light and giving it off or sometimes reflecting it.
• Example: The room is very bright with all the windows.

There are mountain peaks of people, there are people who can attain the highest height through their brains or level - light.

12. Quite General:

"Fair" can describe both justice and beauty:

• Fair (adjective, Justified or neutral): Accepting equal condition and just in relation to people.
• Example: The judge made a fair decision.
• Fair (adjective, AJHA colour): When light skin or hair is possessed.
• Example: She possesses fair skin and blue eyes.

It can mean both, equality among people or in terms of body complexion.

13. Certain Period:

In addition to the time of the year, the word 'season' can also encompass the act of flavouring a dish.

• Season (noun, time of year): a period of the year that can be determined by weather or climatic conditions.
• Example: Spring is my favourite season.
• Season (verb inf, to season): The act of integrating spices, herbs etc to other forms of food or stuff.
• Example: The soup must be garnished with salt and pepper before serving.

"She is talking about the different seasons of the year or how to cook a dish properly."

Such examples demonstrate the relationships between the meanings of a word and its usage. While doing so, be vigilant about how those words are used in practice and they will expand your vocabulary and language competence in general.

English teachers have a different aspect of the students' learning condition that is to devise ways of from assisting students in completing grammar aspects to improving the students' vocabulary. The role of having a good vocabulary cannot be overlooked especially for students like you who are in the process of acquiring the language. It enhances your speaking, reading, writing as well as listening proficiency. In this article, we will focus on a few important strategies to help you expand your vocabulary over a period of time.

1. Make Reading an Everyday Habit

There are few things more effective in increasing one's vocabulary than constant reading and that is the suggestion to my students as well. Reading helps in learning different words because it gives them the opportunity to understand correct word usage in sentences and their respective meanings. I can share the advice that while reading, one needs to:

• When you notice a word that is unfamiliar to you, take the time to underline it or to highlight the word and then follow it up with consulting a dictionary. Do your best to figure out what the novel word means through the context then use the dictionary to confirm your understanding.

Also, reading a combination of fictional works and real-life accounts enhances your writing style as well as your vocabulary. For instance, reading the dailies could equip you with formal languages, while reading novels could equip you with casual conversations.

2. Start a Vocabulary Journal

As the name suggests, a vocabulary journal refers to a personal book where you can record new words, and phrases learned in class or even during leisure activities. A word is always a good way of cementing what you already know, while going through them from time to time will prevent you from learning them afresh. Below are some recommendations on how to use your vocabulary journal in a better manner:

• Use your vocabulary journal to record any new words as well as their corresponding meanings and some sentences to explain those words in context.

• Make a point of adding part of speech (noun, verb, adjective, etc.) to appreciate where the word sits in the sentence.

• For better awareness of the words, add other associated words that have the same meaning or antonyms to the words that you are recording.

• It's good to frequently browse the vocabulary journal on a daily or even weekly basis to jog one's memory.

• For a more active approach to understanding the words, try and integrate some of the new words in sentences of your own or when talking to somebody.

When you develop a practice of noting and revisiting new words, your knowledge of vocabulary will progressively widen and become richer.

3. Learn Words In Context

Understanding the meanings of words involves knowing how certain terms or phrases are used on a day-to-day basis. Attempting to memorize scores' worth of words in a void is a futile endeavor. Rather, make it a point to learn the language in phrases or paragraphs. Context aids in:

• A word's understanding based on its meaning in relation to its context.

• Explaining how the word works with other words.

• It is easier to learn a new word because you are applying it within a sentence or a phrase, not simply memorizing it.

For example, the term "bright" has completely different meanings in the sentences, "She's a bright student" and "the sun is very bright today." In the first example, it means the child has a very good intellectual capacity and in the second one, it means there is a lot of light.

Knowing the contexts of such words will also give you a clearer picture of some idioms and phrases in English that are inconstant yet frequently appear in English-speaking contexts.

4. Integrating Newly Learnt Words into Day to Day Usage

Using the word in a conversation is one of the best methods to remember that the word has been learnt. When you say a word, you are interacting with that word, therefore, it is likely to stick in your mind. Here are some methods of embedding new words into your everyday vocabulary:

• Make it a point to use at least one or two new words in most of your conversations every day.

• When trying to use a new word for the first time, go ahead and use it in a few straight forward sentences to a friend or a language partner.

• Take risks and experiment even if it means making a mistake. Learning is a process, and making mistakes and correcting oneself or having others correct you is part of that process.

• Practice speaking by joining English clubs, participating in discussions or even practicing online in forums.

Using newly acquired vocabulary in conversation practice helps to enhance the memory of new vocabulary and in turn, increases your willingness to speak English confidently.

5. Precede & Succeed

English has an amazing number of words which are built upon using roots, prefixes or suffixes. For the most part it is possible to figure out the meaning of such words, which one has never seen, if one knows a few common prefixes and suffixes. For instance:

• The meaning of the word "unhappy" can be easily understood - as the prefix 'un' means 'not', similarly 'redo' and 'preview' may be interpreted easily as well.

• Words like "manageable" may be understood as 'able to be managed,' and 'happiness' or even the word 'quickly' may also be formed through suffixes like, –able, -ness and –ly.

Similarly, knowledge of word parts would benefit you as well when faced with more compound or complex words later on, once again in context of reading as well as written academic material.

6. Use Flashcards

Flashcards are a refurbished way to learn new words in a given language. They are quite simple to use, most studies suggest that they can easily be made portable, and it's been known to help in quick revision. To use them effectively, it is best to follow these few rules:

• The word itself should go on one side of the card.

• On the other side, write down the meaning of the word, a sentence that uses the word, and mention whether it's an adverb or verb, and so forth.

• Have your flashcards with you so that you can memorize them in your spare time, like commuting by bus, standing in a queue, or having a break.

• Use online tools or applications such as Anki or Quizlet, which assist you in designing virtual flashcards, and review them through spaced repetition techniques.

Flashcards are particularly helpful during review sessions, especially in learning new vocabulary for tests or quizzes.

7. Play Word Games

Who said learning vocabulary must be a serious and dreary task—this is an activity that can be made enjoyable as well! Wordgames are a great way to play with new words without the pressure of the classroom environment. Some of these types of games include:

• Scrabble. This is an interactive board game that allows players to count words created on a grid.

• Crossword puzzles. Today these can be found in newspapers or online and consist of entering words based on given hints.

• Word Search. These are puzzles that allow words hidden in squares that are formed by letters to be determined.

• Hangman. This is a lot of game where letters are chosen in an attempt to determine a word before making too many mistakes.

By involving yourself in such games, you can expand your vocabulary without necessarily going through 'studying'. These games also enhance spelling ability and memory for words.

8. Watch Films and Programe in English

It is highly recommendable to watch movies, notedies, and English documentaries as doing so will enable you to learn new words whenever you focus on the dialogue. In so doing, when you hear words, it will not only expand your vocabulary but also sharpen listening skills. To make optimum use of this:

• Watch programs that captivate you and are appropriate for your english level.

• English subtitles should be turned on so that you hear the words and see them too.

• Any new words or expressions you hear can be noted down and looked for later.

• When you hear a sentence, try to say it along with the person in order to improve your vocabulary usage and pronunciation.

Every day conversations of movies and TV shows can assist you in acquiring useful phrases and expressions.

9. Use Of Mnemonics

A mnemonic is a memory enhancement device which associates something you perceive to a new found word. A mnemonic devises can be a word, a statement, or a photograph that links the world to its definition. Like in the case of:

• For the word 'bizarre' which is 'strange,' think of a bazaar meaning a marketplace which is eccentric.

• In the dance of the buns – A lot of gana (buns) – is a good way to remember the word abundant, which means plentiful.

One of the most practical techniques for improving one's vocabulary could be mnemonics.

I want to teach my English students about basic vocabulary since it is the foundation for better language skills. You will be able to understand more and speak better by learning the common words in English. So, in the following sections, we will examine one hundred most used English words, their meanings and how do we use them in sentences.

To make sure that you better grasp, let us put these words into steps.

1. Pronouns (9 Words)

These are words which stand in for nouns in order to avoid repeating the same thing over and over in a sentence.

• I – Use it when speaking about oneself.
• E.g.: I am going to the store.
• You – For the person you are addressing.
• E.g. Are you coming to the party?
• He – For a male person.
• E.g. He is my brother.
• She – For a female person.
• E.g. She loves ice cream.
• It – for an object or an animal.
• E.g. It is raining outside.
• We – for the person speaking and a number of people with him.
• E.g. We are going on vacation.
• They – refers to a number of people or objects.
• E.g. They are playing football.
• Me – When talking oneself, me is the pronoun used as an object in a sentence.
• Example: May I take the book from you?
• Them – Refers to the people who are the object of a sentence and is also plural.
• Example: The keys were gave to them by me.

2. Articles (3 words)

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• A – A is used before singular noun that is non specific.
• Example:a bird in the bush.
• An – An is used for singular noun beginning with a vowel sound.
• Example: An artist.
• The – The is used for specific nouns which may be singular or plural.
• Example: The car is parked outside.

3. Verbs (10 words)

Verbs are referred to as doing or action words; in short what someone or something is doing.

• Be – Show the condition and state of being or existing.
• Example: she will be present there tomorrow.
• Have – show ownership or need.
• Example: I have two dogs.
• Do – Means to act, or perform a task.
• Example: What do you want to do?
• Go – Expresses the idea of movement or traveling somewhere.
• Example: I go to school every day.
• Come – Expresses the idea of coming toward the speaker.
• Example: Can you come here?
• Make – Specifies the production of something.
• Example: I make my bed every morning.
• Take – Refers to the act of receiving or obtaining something.
• Example: Can you take this to the kitchen?
• See- Usage of the eyes to perceive something.
• Example: I see the stars at night.
• Say- To speak words in order to express one's self.
• Example: What did you say?
• Know- Refers to having the knowledge of something or being familiar with something.
• Example: I know the answer.

4. Adjectives (10 Words)

An adjective is a word that modifies or describes a noun or pronoun.

• Good – A term used to qualify or grade something better.
• Example: This is a good book.
• Bad – A term used to qualify or grade something lower.
• Example: The weather is bad today.
• Happy – Signifies a condition that portrays a person with joy.
• Example: She is happy with her results.
• Sad – Denotes a state of a person that is sad or doesn't have happiness.
• Example: He felt sad after the movie.
• Big – Refers to something that is massive in volume or a shade.
• Example: That house is big.
• Small – Refers to something that occupies a small space.
• Example: I have a small dog.

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5. Prepositions (6 words)

Prepositions are words that explain the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence.

• Under – Used to describe the location of something that is in a lower position.
• Example: The dog is lying under the bed.
• Over – Is used to mean a higher position than.
• Example: The helicopter is hovering over the buildings.
• Between – Is used to show a position that lies in the midst of two things.
• Example: The table is positioned between the closet and the bed.

6. Conjunctions (5 Words)

Words, phrases, or clauses can be connected by conjunctions.

• And – Adds one more thing to another.
• Example: I enjoy both apples and oranges.
• But – Indicates contrast of ideas.
• Example: I wish I can go, but I am sick.
• Or – Presents an option between two alternatives.
• Example: Do you prefer tea or coffee?
• Because – Provides something as the explanation of a fact.
• Example: It is late because the bus moved slowly.
• So – Explains the cause/result of something.
• Example: It was cold, so I did not go outside.

7. Common Nouns (10 Words)

The nouns are the words that refer to a people, place, thing or idea.

• Man – Refers to an adult male.
• Example: The man has straight hair.
• Woman – Refers to adult female holding a certain status.
• Example: The woman has light brown hair color.
• Child – Refers to a person who has not attained adulthood.
• Example: The child is playing in the park.
• House – This is where people rest and sleep.
• Example: I live in a big house.
• Car – A mechanical device for transporting individuals.
• Example: My car is parked outside waiting for me.
• Dog – A fowl that is tamed.
• Example: The dog is barking.
• City – It is a large area that is densely habitated.
• Example: I live in a big city.
• School – A learning institution where people attend for educational purposes.
• Example: She is at school.
• Work – An activity done for payment.
• Example: I have a lot of work today.
• Friend – A companion whom you are close to.
• Example: My friend is visiting tomorrow.

8. How often do you use These Common Adverbs:( 10 Words)

Adverbs are the words that give the details how, when or where the action of verb is being performed.

• Rapidly – This word goes to catch the speed of something.
• Example: She quickly ran to catch the bus to the salon.
• Slowly – The opposite of rapidly.
• Example: He walks slowly since he is old.
• Today – Meaning this very present day.
• Example: It is sunny today because clouds are very thin in the atmosphere.
• Now – For referring the present time.
• Example: I am studying now to complete my assignment.
• Often – Used in a context in which a specific action is done frequently.
• Example: She goes to the gym often.
• Sometimes – Used in relation to someone or something that can be described as occurring or done once in a while.
• Example: Sometimes I read a book before bed.
• Never – Used to refer to absences of an event at any time or instance.
• Example: I never touch meat.
• Always – Used to refer to occurrences of an event on every occasion.
• Example: He always carries a book.
• Here – Refers to a specific point or area nearby the speaker's position.
• Example: Could you please come over here?
• There – Used to illustrate a place that is far away from the reference point being used.
• Example: The keys are left over there.

9. Question Words (3 Words)

Question words help you make a request for more specific information.

• What – Used to state questions requiring explanation.
• Example: What is your name?
• Where – Used for posing questions regarding space.
• Example: Where do you live?
• When – Used in questions to inquire about the specific time something will occur.
• Example: When is the meeting?

This list of 100 common words will boost your English vocabulary, which will, in turn, enable you to grasp and engage in some conversations.

Let us now begin with English language learning. This article will especially concentrate on one of the core uses of a language: understanding its vocabulary. Vocabulary can be considered as the building block that provides ways of language articulation, self-expression, and comprehension of others. Without vocabulary, speaking or writing out any sentences or having any conversations is rendered impossible. So let's turn our attention to the everyday English vocabulary that will be appropriate for starters who would wish to start speaking English on a daily basis.

Why is vocabulary important?

Before we look at such kinds of words in this article, let us first establish the need and importance of vocabulary. Whenever you learn a new word, you are learning a new aspect of communicating more effectively than what you were capable of before. Each vocabulary unit is like a tool that lets you relay an idea or comprehend someone's speech. However, vocabulary is not necessarily knowing some grandiloquent words. Rather it is the knowing of basic vocabulary which will be the frequently encountered words which is more of interest. Knowing this vocabulary will enable you to handle situations of introductory nature, make inquiries and follow directions.

Types of Vocabulary which we use Everyday

To start, we will define vocabulary relevant to the different categories that will be most appropriate in your daily tasks. Such categories will include the following ones:

1. Greetings and Introducing.
2. Words of Food and Drinks.
3. Numerals and Times.
4. Some Useful Adjectives.
5. Words Used in the Description of other People/objects.
6. Questions about Places.
7. Words related to Shopping.

Let's tackle all the above categories one by one.

1. Greetings and Introductions

In what follows we explain the steps you need to take at the start of the conversation that will require you to provide a self-introduction or make a polite request for a handshake. While this format may vary depending on contexts, the following words and expressions would be appropriate here:

• Hi / Hello – Used when casually greeting individuals.
• Good morning / Good afternoon / Good evening – Respectful forms of greetings depending on the time of an encounter.
• How are you? – An expression meant to raise concern or to express good wishes to someone.
• I am alright, thank you. And you? You may also respond to this question by asking the same question: How are you? – An automatic response to how someone is feeling.
• Thanks for having me. Margaret, please I'm prepared. I'm up for the IQ test. This is an expression used when meeting someone for the first time.
• Bye / Goodbye – Used when bidding someone farewell.
• Goodbye. I hope to see you soon. This means that the subject cannot determine the exact time to see the Other Party, though he or she is confident about meeting again in the near future.

These customary resources will be beneficial for you, regardless of whether you are introducing yourself to a new person or welcoming a friend back.

2. Food and Drink

Knowing how to say and understand food and drinks can be beneficial at a restaurant, a cafe, or even a supermarket. Allow me to list a few important absolute terms:

• Water
• Coffee
• Tea
• Bread
• Rice
• Chicken
• Vegetables
• Fruit
• Soup
• Sandwich

Apart from identifying food items you may wish to eat, you may wish to mention some simple actions that one does with their mouth, as in:

• Eat - "It is in the morning when I eat breakfast, at 8 am."
• Drink – "Is there coffee for you to drink?"
• Order - "I would like to order a sandwich."
• Cook - "I make dinner every day."

3. Numbers and Time

The ability to read numerals and understand the concept of time and its representation through clocks and watches is rather important in the world today. Let us begin with basic numbers: 1-10:

• When 1 of something is: One
• When 2 of something is: Two
• When 3 of something is: Three
• When 4 of something is: Four
• When 5 of something is: Five
• When 6 of something is: Six
• When 7 of something is: Seven
• When 8 of something is: Eight
• When 9 of something is: Nine
• When 10 of something is: Ten

When telling time, the following may also be useful:

For instance, What time is it? It's three o'clock.

Minutes: The train will depart in 10 minutes.

Early in the day's light, later in the day / evening / or at night.

If I may say, "I have a practice in the morning, aimed at intellectual growth and development."

How about tomorrow, or the day before today? "Tomorrow, uh, I have a meeting within me."

A few of these simple words will come in handy when booking a meeting, setting plans, and figuring out the time when some activity will take place.

4. Common Verbs

Every one of us engages in an activity or action, and such activities or actions are denoted as Verbs. Below, there is a list of commonly used verbs in the day-to-day life:

• Go – "I go to school every day."
• Come – "Come on, let's go to the party."
• Do – "What do you do on weekends?"
• Have – "I have got a new book."
• Make – "Will you make a cake, please?"
• Like – "I like eating ice-cream."
• Need – "Oh no! I need help with my homework."
• Want – "I want to learn English for the coming examination."
• Read – "I presume I'll read a book by this author very soon, as I like his style."
• Write – "Please write your name here."

These types of verbs give you the ability to indicate the performance of activities and oblige another person to do something. Apply them in different instances.

5. Describing People and Objects

It is always good to know how to describe people and objects. Here are some adjectives (descriptive words) that you can use:

• Big / Small – "This house is big."
• Hot / Cold – "That coffee is hot."
• Old / Young – "My grandfather is old."
• Happy / Sad – "She looks happy today."
• Fast / Slow – "That car is fast."
• New / Old – "This phone is new."

Adjectives are a wonderful beginning for people when explaining anything in their daily life situations.

6. Asking for Directions

Be it a new city or just looking for something specific, one must always learn how to ask for directions. Some useful questions include the ones below:

• Where is…? – "Where is the railway station?"
• How do I get to…? – "How do I get to the shopping mall?"
• Turn left / Turn right – "Turn right from the traffic lights."
• Go straight ahead – "Go straight ahead for two blocks."
• Near / Far – "Is park near that place?"

Knowing the above questions will assist you in moving around in the different places and seeking assistance wherever necessary.

7. Shopping Vocabulary

If you are out shopping for clothes, groceries, or any other type of items, then you might find these phrases useful:

• How much is this? – "How much is this shirt?"
• I'd like to buy… – "I'd like to buy a pair of shoes."
• Do you have…? – "Do you have this in a different size?"
• Expensive / Cheap – "This watch is expensive."
• Cash / Credit card – "Can I pay with a credit card?"

You will understand some of these words and our responses to questions where you will be required to make a purchase or request for more information.

Practice and Review

Now that we have looked at some of the frequently used words, the next stage is the application of these words in practical settings. One may want to talk to a partner, compose a few sentences with recently acquired vocabulary, or listen and watch these words on TV and around other people. As with most things, the more one does it the easier it becomes to remember and use the words.

Let's not forget all the words are not learned by rote and recalled. Context is important. How are they used in phrases? In sentences? Practice but don't be shy to make silly mistakes and practice as much as you can.

In this article, we have presented some basic words in English that French speakers will frequently use in common everyday situations: phrases of greetings, food, numbers, common verbs, talking about people and things, asking for directions, and shopping. Such lexis will enable you to begin speaking and understanding the English language in practice.

A soft and fluffy cinnamon roll will just melt in your mouth making you feel refreshed. You can make the perfect bakery shop-style cinnamon roll at home with this amazing recipe.

Health benefits

Cinnamon is packed with antioxidants which help to maintain blood sugar. It also protects from heart disease. Cinnamon has many other medicinal properties that are good for your health.

Ingredients

The Dough

• All-purpose flour – 4 cups
• Granulated sugar – 1/3 cup
• Instant yeast – 2.25 teaspoons or 1 pack
• Salt – 1 teaspoon
• Milk – 1.5 cups
• Butter – 6 tablespoons
• Egg – 1, room temperature

The cinnamon sugar filling

• Butter – ¼ cup, room temperature
• Brown sugar – 2/3 cup
• Ground cinnamon – 1 tablespoon
• Salt – a pinch

Cream cheese frosting

• Cream cheese, 4 ounces, room temperature
• Unsalted butter, ½ cup, room temperature
• Milk – 2 to 3 tablespoons
• Powdered sugar – 3 cups
• Vanilla extract – 1 teaspoon
• Salt – a pinch

Instructions

• Take a large bowl and mix 2 cups of flour, salt, sugar and yeast.
• Melt the butter and warm the milk. Just put them in the oven for 30 seconds.
• Add warm milk and butter to the flour.
• Add the egg.
• Beat the mixture at low speed using an electric beater for 2 minutes. Add 1 more cup of flour and beat again till the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
• Knead the dough for 10 minutes by hand or in a stand mixer.
• Let it sit for an hour to give room to rise.
• Roll the dough into a rectangle. Prepare the filling by mixing all the ingredients and spreading the filling over the dough.
• Spread the butter of the filling towards the edges and press hard so that the dough sticks to the butter.
• Roll up tightly and seal the bottom by punching the dough.
• Make slices (about 12) using a sharp knife and place them in a baking pan (preferably 9X13 inch size). Make sure the pan is lined with parchment paper.
• Cover the dough and let it rise for one hour.
• Bake in the oven for 30 minutes at 350 degrees F or till it's golden brown in color.
• Top them with cream cheese icing after it is cooled. Use a stand mixer or handheld mixer to blend the cream cheese, butter, milk, powdered sugar, salt, and vanilla extract.
• Beat in low heat and then slowly increase the speed until it becomes light and fluffy. Now spread the icing on the 12 rolls evenly.

How to know kneading is sufficient

You can use the window pane test to see if your kneading is done. To do this rip off a piece of dough and put it in between your fingers. Gently spread the fingers to stretch the dough. If it stretches out and gets translucent then the dough is perfect. To see if it is translucent, go near a window and see if light passes through the dough. If the dough rips then you need to knead more.

Tips

• Don't over-bake. In fact, it should be a bit under-baked at the center.
• Don't overheat the milk as it will kill the yeast and your cinnamon roll won't rise.
• For the filling, use butter at room temperature.
• Eat them warm to get the best taste. If it gets cold, put it in the microwave for 20 seconds before eating.

Storing

You can keep the dough in the freezer after it rises for the first time. Before you want to bake it, thaw the dough overnight or warm it for 30 seconds. If you want to store it after baking, first let the cinnamon rolls reach room temperature. You can either put the entire baking pan in the freezer or put the cinnamon rolls inside an airtight container.

Instead of baking muffins or chocolate chip cookies, try a cinnamon roll today. It's a healthy and super delicious baking item that everyone In your family will love. It might take some time to make a perfect dough. A soft and fluffy cinnamon roll is what you will need on a stressful day to keep you calm.

It is another great Italian dish that you must try. If you like traditional pasta, then you will also like this one. This dish is a wonderful combo of sausage and pasta. 'Ragu' means sauce that is meat-based. This Italian sauce is made of tomatoes, meat, onions, carrots, and celery. Pappardelle, on the other hand, is flat, broad, and long ribbons of egg pasta. Its origin is in Tuscany. Its broad surface is complemented with ragu sauce. You will love this meaty pasta for your lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

• Pork sausage – 400 gm
• Italian seasoning – ½ teaspoon
• Olive oil – 1 tablespoon
• Chilli flakes – ½ teaspoon
• Shallot – 1, finely diced
• Garlic cloves, 2 – finely grated
• Tomato puree – 1 tablespoon
• Plum tomatoes, 400 gm
• Water – ½ cup
• Sugar – 1 teaspoon
• Sea salt – ½ teaspoon
• Nutmeg – 1/8 teaspoon, grated
• Ground black pepper, ¼ teaspoon
• Freshly chopped parsley – ¼ cup
• Dried pappardelle – 300 gm
• Freshly grated parmesan (to garnish)

Cooking instructions

1. Take a large skillet and put it on medium-high heat. Add olive oil and then put sausage meat. Sprinkle chili flakes and Italian seasoning. Break them with your spatula. Fry for about 10 minutes or till browned and crispy.
2. Put shallot and fry till it becomes soft.
3. Add garlic and tomato puree. Stir for some time.
4. Add plum tomatoes and break them with the spatula.
5. Pour water into the mixture. Sprinkle salt, sugar, pepper, Italian seasoning and nutmeg. Simmer for 15 minutes. The mixture will thicken.
6. Cook pappardelle according to the instructions written on the packet (roughly 4 liters of water is needed for 500 gm and you need to cook for 10 minutes. Don't forget to add salt!)
7. Add cooked pappardelle to the mixture and combine with the spatula.
8. Sprinkle cheese and parsley.
9. Serve hot.

After eating you can store the leftovers in the refrigerator. You can reheat it on the stovetop later. Just sprinkle some water to loosen the ingredients. You can also reheat in the microwave.

Making pappardelle at home

Ingredients

• 00 flour – 1.5 cups (a fine Italian flour that makes the pizza crust tender yet stretchy)
• Semolina flour – ¼ cup
• Salt – ¼ teaspoon
• Egg – 1
• Yolks – 8

Directions

1. Take a large bowl and mix the 00 and semolina flour along with salt. Make a well to add the egg and yolks. Incorporate the eggs into the flour using a form. Add a splash of water if the dough is too dry; add some flour if it is too wet.
2. Flour the work surface and put the dough there. Knead it for 10 to 12 minutes. You will notice that the dough springs back. At this time, flatten the dough and make it even square.
3. Wrap the dough in a plastic wrap. Let it stay for 1 hour at room temperature.
4. Slice the dough into 3 pieces.
5. Use the pasta roller to flatten the dough to ¼ inch. Roll the dough on the widest setting and send the dough through the machine. Repeat.

Customizations

You can create your own sausage ragu with pappardelle pasta recipe with these variations:

• Sausages - Instead of using pork sausage, you can use beef, venison, or chicken sausage.
• Seasoning – You can use thyme, rosemary, or fennel seeds instead of using Italian seasoning.
• Pasta – Instead of using pappardelle you can use any gluten-free pasta as well.

The pappardelle pasta gives a filling taste. With meat, ragu, and Italian seasoning, this dish becomes a must-have on any occasion. The richness of its flavor is unparalleled. Along with the unique flavor, you get the typical Italian cheesy flavor as well.

I won't be surprised if you haven't heard of this Italian dish Frittata. It's a popular local dish that has gained popularity in other parts of the world as well. You will find similarities with an omelet, scrambled eggs, or crustless quiche. The twist is that it's enriched with vegetables, meat, and cheese to give you a much-enhanced taste. Also, the ratio of egg to milk is different in quiche where you use fewer eggs and more milk. This makes the texture of frittata more solid than quiche. Omelet, on the other hand, is lighter than frittata and you don't need to bake it.

Ingredients

• Large eggs – 8
• Milk – 1/2 cup
• Mozzarella cheese – 1 cup
• Goat cheese – ½ cup
• Cherry tomatoes – ½ cup
• Bell pepper – ½ cup, different colors
• Butter – 1 tablespoon
• Herbs – 1 teaspoon
• Salt – to taste
• Red pepper flakes
• Ground black pepper

This recipe is ideal for serving 4 people.

Cooking method

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
2. Whisk eggs, heavy cream, and salt together until you get a smooth texture. Set them aside.
3. Chop the vegetables. Boil some vegetables like kale, broccoli, and others. You don't need to boil bell peppers and tomatoes. You can use mushrooms, jalapenos, or olives straight from the can.
4. Put butter on the cast iron pan. It is good to use a pan 9X10 inches in diameter. This pan will fit both the stovetop and oven. Alternatively, coat the sides of the baking pan with melted butter.
5. Add the vegetables evenly to the pan.
6. Pour the egg mixture on top.
7. Add cheese and other toppings.
8. Bake them for 15 minutes. You should make sure that you don't over-bake the frittata, or else it will become dry and rubbery.

How to check if frittata is done:

• Notice the center and edges of the frittata and see if they are still jiggly or not. If they are not and turn light golden in color then it is done.
• Just like you test a cake, get a knife or toothpick and insert it into the center of the frittata. If they come out clean, you can stop baking.
• You can use a thermometer to check the temperature. When the internal temperature becomes 160 degrees F, it is done.

You can serve it with coffee cake, scones, or cinnamon rolls.

Storing

You should first cool the frittata after taking it out from the oven and then slice it. Use a plastic wrap to cover the slices. Then put them in an airtight container. You can refrigerate it for up to 4 days. Before eating the refrigerated frittata you need to reheat it in the microwave.

Tips

• If you want to omit dairy, then you can do so. However, the frittata will taste more eggy and less creamy.
• It will be convenient for you to precook the vegetables.
• Grease the baking pan; otherwise, frittata might stick to the pan.
• It is better to cook the vegetables before pouring the egg mixture over them. Some vegetables tend to be watery, like spinach. So, if you don't cook it before, it will release water into the egg mixture making it watery.
• Season and saute the veggies before adding the egg mixture.
• Make sure your skillet is oven-safe and nonstick. It is best to use a cast iron skillet.
• Add pesto sauce or warm salsa to spice it up.

Frittata variations

Frittata is a versatile egg dish that gives you room to be creative with the toppings. You can add your favorite ingredients to make it your favorite dish of the day.

• Cheese – mozzarella, cheddar, parmesan, feta, or goat cheese
• Veggies: Broccoli, red bell peppers, mushrooms, asparagus, onions, zucchini, eggplant, jalapenos, garlic, leaves, shallots, olives, tomatoes, spinach, and kale.
• Meat: bacon, chicken, beef
• Herbs: chives, ill, basil, parsley, oregano

Try out this excellent breakfast item today and get appreciation from your family members. It's easy to cook and delicious to eat. It is a great dish for a brunch. You can prepare the veggies in advance and keep them in the refrigerator so that you can cook quickly.

If you are into baking then you will enjoy cooking this baked chicken pasta. It's a complete meal and it will make you fuller when you have it for dinner. This meal is juicy and saucy and is loaded with different toppings.

Ingredients

Chicken

• Chicken thighs - 500 gm, cut into small pieces
• Salt – ½ teaspoon
• Garlic powder – ½ teaspoon
• Black pepper – ¼ teaspoon
• Italian herb – 2 teaspoon

Pasta bake

• Pasta (rigatoni, penne, macaroni, or shell) – 300 gm
• Salt- 2 teaspoon
• Bacon – 5 slices
• Onion – ½, finely chopped
• Garlic cloves -2, minced
• Dried oregano – ½ teaspoon
• Tomato paste – 2 tablespoon
• Chilli flakes – ½ teaspoon
• Tomato puree – 700 gm
• Water – ½ cup
• Salt – to taste
• Black pepper – ½ teaspoon
• Tomatoes – 3, cut in small wedges
• Baby spinach – 2 handfuls
• Mozzarella cheese – 2 cups, finely shredded
• Parmesan cheese – 2 cups, finely shredded

Cooking method

Prepare the chicken

• Take chicken thighs and season them with Italian herbs, garlic, salt, and pepper. Sear the chicken till it turns golden in color. Leave the fat in the pan.
• Saute garlic, onion, dried oregano, and chili flakes. This will bring out excellent flavor.

Cook pasta

You should cook pasta according to the packet instructions. Boil water and add some salt. After the pasta is done, drain and rinse with water. Let it cool while you make the sauce.

Make the tomato pasta sauce

You need to use tomato puree, garlic, onion, oregano, and chili. Put the chicken into the sauce. Simmer for 5 minutes.

Prepare the add-ins

• Cook the bacon until it is crispy and chop it into small pieces.
• Then add the tomato chunks to the pasta bake.
• Add baby spinach and cheese.

Prepare chicken pasta bake

Mix well and transfer to a baking pan (9 X 13 inches). Make sure to level the surface. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese and then parmesan cheese. You will get a beautiful golden crust due to the parmesan cheese. Bake for 25 minutes at 180 degrees C. Take it out of the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Then serve hot!

Storing

You can make the pasta and sauce beforehand and store it in the fridge by covering it with a plastic wrap. Just make sure that you don't mix them. Take them out the next day and put them in the oven to bake.

Cooking tips

• Put salt in the boiling water before adding the pasta. It will not only cook the pasta fast but will also add flavor to it.
• Do tasks simultaneously to save time. For example, while your pasta is cooking on one stove, prepare the chicken and bacon on the other stovetop. That way you will save a lot of time.
• Don't make your sauce watery by adding extra water.
• Add veggies of your choice, like bell peppers, broccoli, or mushrooms.

Health benefits

This pasta dish will give you a lot of energy. Your fiber intake will increase. It will lower the risk of high cholesterol levels. The recipe includes lots of vegetables, herbs, meat, and cheese giving you balanced nutrients like proteins, carbohydrates, and healthy fat. You will feel energized after eating this delicious meal. Also, baking is a healthy cooking method that reduces the intake of oil which might have adverse effects on your heart.

Baked chicken pasta is a very healthy meal for the entire family. You can customize this meal with your preference for pasta, meat, vegetables, herbs, and cheese. As it requires a number of steps to make it, you can invite your family members to help you so that you can have a fun time preparing. After eating you can store the leftovers in the fridge.

Craving some Krispy Crème donuts? With this recipe, you can make your favorite full-proof donut at home. Donut is the perfect dessert to satisfy your sweet tooth. Eating a soft and fluffy donut is a delightful experience to brighten up your day. Donuts go with any occasion. It is also the best indulgence for regular moments. It is a family dessert item that everyone loves. The best part of donuts is that you can create varieties of them with the same batter. All you need to do is change the flavors, colorings, and toppings.

Ingredients

Dough

• Whole milk – 1 cup, warm
• Instant dry yeast – 2.25 teaspoons
• Granulated sugar 1/3 cup
• Eggs – 2, large
• Unsalted butter – 85gm
• Vanilla extract – 1 teaspoon
• Ground nutmeg – ¼ teaspoons
• All-purpose flour – 4 cups
• Vegetable oil – 1-2 quarts
• Salt- ½ teaspoon

Glazing

• Confectioner's sugar – 2 cups, sifted
• Heavy cream or whole milk – 1/3 cup
• Vanilla extract – ½ teaspoon

Cooking instructions

1. Warm the milk.
2. Add yeast and one tablespoon of sugar to the milk.
3. Whisk them together with a spatula in a mixing bowl.
4. Cover and let it sit for some 10 minutes till the top becomes frothy and foamy.
5. Add the rest of the sugar, butter, eggs, nutmeg, salt, and vanilla extract. Mix. Then add flour. Beat using a beater for 1 minute at low speed. Make sure the scrape down the bowl's sides with a spatula.
6. Pour the rest of the flour and now beat the mixture on medium speed.
7. After beating for about 2 minutes, you will notice the dough coming together and pulling away from the bowl's sides. If it doesn't then add more flour, a small amount at a time until it comes off the sides of the bowl. Alternatively, you can knead the dough on a lightly floured surface. You need to press hard using your hand muscles.
8. Grease a large bowl with oil. Put the dough in the bowl making sure to coat it on all sides with the oil. Cover the bowl and leave it for 2 hours in a warm place. Wait for it to double in size.
9. Once the dough rises, punch the dough down to get rid of the air. Flour the rolling surface and put the dough there. Use a rolling pin to roll the dough. Make it ½ inch thick.
10. Use a dough cutter (3 to 3.5 inches) to cut the dough in shape. Don't throw away the scraps. Re-roll them to make more shapes.
11. Line baking sheets and place your doughnuts there. Cover them loosely and let them rest so that they rise a bit.
12. You can either fry or bake the donuts. For frying, add oil to a heavy-duty pot. Heat the oil and put a few doughnuts at a time. Cook each side for one minute. Then take out the doughnuts and place them in a rack.
13. To make the glaze whisk the ingredients. Adjust the consistency by adding more sugar if it's watery and adding water if it's too thick. Place them in different bowls and add different food colors if you want to make colorful donuts. After you add the food color whisk again to mix the color in each bowl. Dip the warm doughnuts into the glaze. Wait for the glaze to set.

Storing

You can freeze the doughnuts for up to 3 months. If you want to serve them then keep the doughnuts at room temperature for about 5 days.

How to knead the dough perfectly

The purpose of kneading is to incorporate air into the dough. You also need to stretch out the gluten strands to build strength and structure. If you don't knead properly, the donut won't rise and it won't be soft or fluffy. You can use the dough hook attachment of the stand mixture to knead the dough. First, run it on low speed. When you decide to use your hand instead, make sure you don't add more flour. Just use enough to prevent sticking it on your work surface and hand. When you feel that the texture of the dough is smooth and feels soft to the touch, you know that it's done. Another way to test it is to poke it with your finger. If it bounces back without sticking to the finger then you know that your kneading has been perfect. If it doesn't then continue kneading for a bit longer.

Frosting ideas

Strawberry donut frosting

Take 5 strawberries and blend them in a food processor. Add confectioner's sugar, strawberry jam, and vanilla extract.

Vanilla donut frosting

Whisk together melted butter, confectioner's sugar, milk, salt, and vanilla extract.

Chocolate Donut Frosting

Melt a chocolate bar, either sweet or dark. You can use chocolate chips as well. Add butter, corn syrup, and water.

You must remember to dip warm donuts into the frosting. Keep the frosted donuts on a cooling rack. Place the baking sheet below to catch any dripping.

Frosted Donut Toppings

• Ice Cream Sundae
• Marshmallow Glaze
• Caramel
• Cookies 'n Cream
• Cream Cheese
• Blueberry Cheesecake

If you have kids at home, try to make donuts with them. It's really fun to make colorful soft donuts. Your kids will love the experience.