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GRAMMAR, WORD AND SENTENCE

I. WORD, DEFINITION AND CRITERIA DEFINITION In traditional grammar,  word  is the basic unit of language.  Words  can be classified according to their action and meaning, but it is challenging to define.  A  word   refers to a speech sound, or a mixture of two or more speech sounds in both written and verbal form of language. A  word  works as a symbol to represent/refer to something/someone in language to communicate a specific meaning. Example  : ‘love’, ‘cricket’, ‘sky’ etc. "[A word is the] smallest unit of grammar that can stand alone as a complete utterance, separated by spaces in written language and potentially by pauses in speech. CRITERIA There are several criteria for a speech sound, or a combination of some speech sounds to be called a  word . ·        There must be a  potential pause  in speech and a  space  in written fo...

CHAPTER 1: TALKING ABOUT SELF (FORMAL AND iNFORMAL)

TALK ABOUT YOURSELF This is a very common task at the beginning of a speaking. It is something you can prepare at home and practice. If you know what to say, you will feel more relaxed and confident.  And or The act or practice of talking to oneself, either aloud or silently and mentally positive self-talk Purpose of talking about yourself People are becoming more aware that positive self-talk is a powerful tool for increasing your self-confidence and curbing negative emotions. People who can master positive self-talk are thought to be more confident, motivated, and productive. Here are our top tips for talking about yourself Do: ·          Think about the types of topics and questions you may be asked before the exam. School,            family, free time, daily routines and future plans are common topics. ·          Practice a...