Useful vocabulary is not the longest or most unusual vocabulary. It is the language you meet repeatedly at work, in stores, during appointments and in ordinary conversation. Study a small group, say each word aloud and use it in a sentence connected to your own life.
What you will practice
- People and daily routines
- Workplace communication
- Shopping and services
- Travel, directions and appointments
Useful examples
availableready to be used or free at a particular time
Is this appointment time available?
confirmto say or show that information is correct
Please confirm the delivery address.
requireto need or make something necessary
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A simple study routine
- Read the word and meaning aloud.
- Cover the example and make your own sentence.
- Review the words after one day and one week.
- Notice the word when you hear or read it in real life.
Download the printable version and write your own examples. Active recall—trying to remember before looking—is more effective than repeatedly rereading the same list.
Frequently asked questions
How many English words should I learn each day?
Five to ten useful words are easier to remember and use than a long unreviewed list.
Should I translate every word?
A translation can help at first, but connect the English word with a situation, image and original sentence.