English Vocabulary in Use Upper-Intermediate with answers [Paperback]

Michael McCarthy (Author), Felicity O'Dell (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 12, 2001 | ISBN-10: 0521664357 | ISBN-13: 978-0521664356 | Edition: 2

The third in the family of best-selling vocabulary reference and practice books from elementary to advanced level. Vocabulary is clearly presented and contextualised on left-hand pages with practice activities on facing right-hand pages. The perfect choice for upper-intermediate level students wanting to build their vocabulary. English Vocabulary in Use: Upper-intermediate includes over 2,000 new words and expressions which are presented and practised in typical contexts appropriate to this level. The book is informed by the Cambridge International Corpus to ensure that the vocabulary selected is useful and up-to-date. A test book (Test Your English Vocabulary in Use: Upper-intermediate - 0521 66568X) is also available for extra practice. This edition 'with answers' is ideal for self-study.

Editorial Reviews

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'One clear reason why English Vocabulary in Use will succeed is apparent in its coverage. The authors offer plenty of lexical breadth to their intended audience of upper intermediate and advanced learners ... Like puzzle or crossword books are for many a train traveller, the English Vocabulary in Use formula is potentially addictive to the industrious, independently studying learner of English. The book will certainly do much to feed learners' prodigious appetites for lexis as it offers both an engaging work of reference and a cornucopia of lively vocabulary practice. It is set to become a standard work among learners the world over.' VATME Newsletter no. 58, 1995

'CUP are right: there is still room for a good vocabulary book at advanced level. And indeed, a self-study book seems most appropriate at this level: students at advanced level usually have different needs, and in this way valuable class time is gained to focus on other skills ... there is not just attention for the meaning of the words, but also for collocation and patterning - just the ticket for advanced learners ... This book does not only look good, it stands up to closer inspection. The concept is very good indeed, the coverage looks ok.' VLE Newsletter, 1994

'The day [English Vocabulary in Use ] landed on my desk I was in need of inspiration for ways of extending ... students who seemed to have reached a plateau. In it, I found lots of ideas to use in vocabulary extension ... [and] ... lots of suggestions to help the students organise their vocabulary books.' Peter Clyburn, Faculty of Language, Southbank Institute of TAFE, Newsletter 2

'I am sure English Vocabulary in Use will be welcomed by teachers and students. I found much of value in it and recommend it as a source of classwork, individual study or homework tasks. Definitely worth a look!' ATESOL ACT No 2, 1995 --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Book Description

The perfect choice for upper-intermediate level students wanting to build their vocabulary. English Vocabulary in Use: Upper-intermediate includes over 2,000 new words and expressions which are presented and practised in typical contexts appropriate to this level. The book is informed by the Cambridge International Corpus to ensure that the vocabulary selected is useful and up-to-date. A test book (Test Your English Vocabulary in Use: Upper-intermediate - 0521 66568X) is also available for extra practice. This edition 'with answers' is ideal for self-study.

Product Details

• Paperback: 316 pages
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press; 2 edition (November 12, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0521664357
• ISBN-13: 978-0521664356
• Product Dimensions: 9.7 x 7.4 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #311,715 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Michael McCarthy is one of Britain's leading writers on the environment. Formerly environment correspondent of The Times, for the last ten years he has been environment editor of the Independent. He has three times been named as Environment Reporter of The Year. In 2007 he was awarded the Medal of the RSPB, for an outstanding contribution to conservation.

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars If you are serious about your English vocabulary buy it!, March 27, 2001

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Konstantin Lissianski (Russia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: English Vocabulary in Use Upper-intermediate With answers (Paperback)

The book will help ESL students extend their vocabulary. The format is very efficient - even pages contain the material, odd pages contain the exercises. The book has 100 units and every unit explains a unique phenomenon of the English language. The Index encounters about three and a half thousand English words which for me is quite a lot. You will find six units on idioms, a unit on slang and much more. The book is for upper-intermediate and advanced students. If you are just a beginner, look for books with the same title for beginners or intermediate students.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have for any ESL Teacher, May 6, 2008

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theliterarygirl (San Diego, CA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: English Vocabulary in Use Upper-Intermediate with answers (Paperback)

This vocabulary guide is excellent. The format is very easy to use and very accessible. I am an ESL teacher and am always looking for more vocabulary for my students and exercises to go with that new vocabulary and this book covers both. If you like the English Grammar in Use books, you'll love this one.

The only thing I would change is that I would probably get the intermediate level instead. Although my students are advanced, this level is a little bit challenging for them.