An adjective is a word that describes, identifies, modifies, or quantifies something (a noun or a pronoun). In the phrase, "the black cat" the word black is an adjective because it describes the cat.
quantity - few, no, one, two, three, four, several, many, all, some, every, each.
opinion - good, better, best, bad, worse, worst, mediocre, awful, fantastic, pretty.
personality/emotion - happy, sad, excited, scared, frightened, outgoing, funny, sad.
taste - sweet, sour, acidic, bitter, salty, tasty, delicious, savory, delectable.
touch - hard, soft, silky, velvety, bumpy, smooth, grainy, coarse, pitted.
size, weight - heavy, light, big, small, tiny, tall, short, fat, thin.
smell - perfumed, acrid, putrid, burnt, smelly, reeking, noxious, pungent.
speed - quick, fast, slow, speeding, rushing, bustling, rapid, snappy, whirlwind.
temperature - hot, cold, freezing, icy, frigid, sweltering, wintry, frosty.
age - young, old, baby, babyish, teenage, ancient, antique, old-fashioned, youthful.
distance - short, long, far, distant, nearby, close, faraway, outlying, remote.
shape - round, circular, square, triangular, oval, sleek, blobby, flat.
miscellaneous qualities- full, empty, wet, dry, open, closed , ornate.
brightness - light, dark, bright, shadowy, drab, radiant, shining, pale.
color - pink, red, orange, yellowish, dark-green, blue, purple, black, white.
time - early, late, morning, night, evening, everlasting, initial, first, last
origin/location - lunar, northern, oceanic, polar, equatorial, Floridian.
material - glass, wooden, cloth, concrete, fabric, cotton, plastic, leather.
purpose - folding, swinging, work, racing, cooking, sleeping, dance, rolling.
WAJIHAH ABD RAHIM 0952119 =)
IMPROVE YOUR ENGLISH
Improve Your English Speaking and English Pronunciation Skills
The first rule of speaking English is to speak clearly, concisely and use simple vocabulary. KISS - keep it short and simple.
Remember you probably won't just speak to native speakers. There are roughly 380 million native speakers, but as many as a billion people speak it as a second language. So it's a good idea to avoid idioms and slang (I always say learn it, but don't use it). It might sound clever to say "You're barking up the wrong tree," but if you misuse it or if the other person doesn't understand you, you'll only look silly when you try to explain what you meant to say, or what it actually means.
There's also a saying in English "Have you swallowed a dictionary?" It is applicable to anyone who uses long, complicated words when a shorter word will do. Short sentences are just as good (if not better) than long explanations. The value in what you have to say is what you say, not how clever you look or sound when you say it.
English speaking tips
Get over any fear you might have of making mistakes. You will make mistakes.
Be patient with yourself. Learning any language can be frustrating, but frustration won't help you, so let it go.
Grasp every opportunity you have to speak with people in English.
Talk to friends who are also learning English. Go out together for coffee and only speak English to each other!
Read short stories out loud and try to see, say and hear the words to reinforce your memory. Record yourself and play it back later, how does it sound?
Find native English speaking friends:-
Find native English speaking friends:-
- You might not be able to find any friendly native speakers where you live, butYou can find English speaking people on the Internet! If you can't find anyone who'll actually help you, don't worry, you'll still be able to figure out if they can understand you.
- Look for people with the same interests as you. It's no good asking everyone you meet to help you with your English, rather develop natural friendships based on your hobbies etc. Eventually you will make friends and they will be much more likely to give you correction / guidance.
- Join an English club or conversation group. Around the world there are many English speaking clubs, these clubs aren't just for expats but for people interested in the English way of life. They can be friendly and fun.
- Visit an Irish/English/Australian food shop, you can usually find one in the larger cities. Often, the waiters and waitresses come from English-speaking countries, the menu is often in English too!
- Once your English is good enough, go shopping in some tourist areas. You'll find lots of shop assistants speak very good English.
- If you can travel to an English speaking country, do it.
- There are several internet based voice chat programmes out there: iVisit | Pal Talk | MSN Web Messenger |Yahoo! Messenger | Google Talk | Skype and lots more.
Singing
Try singing along to English songs. With friends or in the privacy of your own bathroom. Lots of the major games consoles have karaoke games nowadays, like Sing Star on the Playstation.
!On the internet :- You can speak to me on iVisit (see the forum calendar for times and dates) - you can also listen to or chat with other learners and native speakers there. There are no more excuses.
!On the network:- Use the pronunciation pages to improve your understanding.
!On this site:- You can find some karaoke resources and ideas on the learn English through songs page.
Pronunciation skills
Don't get too hung up on trying to sound like a native speaker. Would you start learning the piano in an attempt to sound like Mozart? Probably not. Accents don't matter, as long as people can understand you, but pronunciation is important.
-izzatul hidayah 0952111-
tutorial : Study Skills
hye ladies and gentle !
how to study effectively? lets check it out ! ;)
-Effective Study skills are about more than understanding-
Effective study skills must be practiced in order for you to improve. It is not enough to simply "think about" studying; you have to actually do it, and in the process use information from what you do to get better. This is the central idea of this page. All that follows depends on this single concept. There is a saying that goes like this: "Practice doesn't make perfect; perfect practice makes perfect." If you want to be an achiever, take this saying to heart.
The value of a schedule
Before you even begin to think about the process of studying, you must develop a schedule. If you don't have a schedule or plan for studying, then you will not have any way of allocating your valuable time when the unexpected comes up. A good, well thought out schedule can be a lifesaver. It's up to you to learn how to develop a schedule that meets your needs, revise it if necessary, and most important, follow it.
A schedule saves time
All schedules should be made with the idea that they can be revised. A good schedule keeps you from wandering off course. A good schedule, if properly managed, assigns time where time is needed, but you've got to want to do it!
Making every hour count
A schedule should take into account every class, laboratory, lecture, social event, and other work in which you engage. There are givens such as classes and so on that have to be incorporated. You must focus on the other "free time" available and how you will use it. Make a weekly schedule and block off the 24 hour day in one hour increments. Indicate times for classes, labs, lectures, social, and work time. Also block off a period for sleeping each day. With what is left over, plan time for study. This gives you a rough road map of the time available. Of course, you can revise your schedule as circumstances warrant.
When to study
The problem of when to study is critical. A good rule of thumb is that studying should be carried out only when you are rested, alert, and have planned for it. Last minute studying just before a class is usually a waste of time.
Studying for lecture courses
If your study period is before the lecture class, be sure you have read all the assignments and made notes on what you don't understand. If the study period is after the lecture class, review the notes you took during class while the information is still fresh.
Studying for recitation courses
For classes that require recitation, such as foreign language, be sure to schedule a study period just before the class. Use the time to practice. Sometimes, practice with others can help sharpen your skills in a before-class study period.
Making and revising a schedule
Don't be afraid to revise your schedule. Schedules are really plans for how you intend to use your time. If your schedule doesn't work, revise it. You must understand that your schedule is to help you develop good study habits. Once you have developed them, schedule building becomes easier.
how to study effectively? lets check it out ! ;)
No two people study the same way, and there is little doubt that what works for one person may not work for another. However, there are some general techniques that seem to produce good results. No one would argue that every subject that you have to take is going to be so interesting that studying it is not work but pleasure. We can only wish.
Everyone is different, and for some students, studying and being motivated to learn comes naturally. If you are reading this page, it's likely that you are not one of them, but don't despair, there is hope! Your success in high school and college is dependent on your ability to study effectively and efficiently. The results of poor study skills are wasted time, frustration, and low or failing grades. It's your life, your time, and your future. All I can say, upon reflection of many years as a teacher, is that time is precious and not to be squandered, no matter what you believe right now.
This guide is designed to help you develop effective study skills. It is not a magic formula for success in preparing for tests, or written or oral assignments. Studying any material requires work! However, by using the techniques described in this guide, and by applying yourself, you can gain a valuable edge in understanding material, preparing for tests, and, ultimately, learning. This guide contains some of the best and most effective techniques of successful students - students who typically have high grades in high school and college regardless of the courses they take. So read on, think about what you read, and prepare to become a successful student!
-Effective Study skills are about more than understanding-
Effective study skills must be practiced in order for you to improve. It is not enough to simply "think about" studying; you have to actually do it, and in the process use information from what you do to get better. This is the central idea of this page. All that follows depends on this single concept. There is a saying that goes like this: "Practice doesn't make perfect; perfect practice makes perfect." If you want to be an achiever, take this saying to heart.
The value of a schedule
Before you even begin to think about the process of studying, you must develop a schedule. If you don't have a schedule or plan for studying, then you will not have any way of allocating your valuable time when the unexpected comes up. A good, well thought out schedule can be a lifesaver. It's up to you to learn how to develop a schedule that meets your needs, revise it if necessary, and most important, follow it.
A schedule saves time
All schedules should be made with the idea that they can be revised. A good schedule keeps you from wandering off course. A good schedule, if properly managed, assigns time where time is needed, but you've got to want to do it!
Making every hour count
A schedule should take into account every class, laboratory, lecture, social event, and other work in which you engage. There are givens such as classes and so on that have to be incorporated. You must focus on the other "free time" available and how you will use it. Make a weekly schedule and block off the 24 hour day in one hour increments. Indicate times for classes, labs, lectures, social, and work time. Also block off a period for sleeping each day. With what is left over, plan time for study. This gives you a rough road map of the time available. Of course, you can revise your schedule as circumstances warrant.
When to study
The problem of when to study is critical. A good rule of thumb is that studying should be carried out only when you are rested, alert, and have planned for it. Last minute studying just before a class is usually a waste of time.
Studying for lecture courses
If your study period is before the lecture class, be sure you have read all the assignments and made notes on what you don't understand. If the study period is after the lecture class, review the notes you took during class while the information is still fresh.
Studying for recitation courses
For classes that require recitation, such as foreign language, be sure to schedule a study period just before the class. Use the time to practice. Sometimes, practice with others can help sharpen your skills in a before-class study period.
Making and revising a schedule
Don't be afraid to revise your schedule. Schedules are really plans for how you intend to use your time. If your schedule doesn't work, revise it. You must understand that your schedule is to help you develop good study habits. Once you have developed them, schedule building becomes easier.
"Success is not measure by the position one has reached in life, rather by the obstacles one overcomes while trying to succeed."— Booker T. Washington
I hope this entry can give us helps you !
TILL THE NEXT YAA ;)
by, Nur Izwani Samsuddin (0952104)
SPEAK IN ENGLISH (SIMPLE CONVERSATION)
TELEPHONE CONVERSATION
Greeting -
- Hi - Hello - Hello, how are you?
- good morning - good afternoon -good evening
Introductions -
- This is .... (give your name)
- This is ....( give your name, from (state place, or company).
- Hello this ...(give your name)
Requesting Someone -
- May I please speak to .... (give the person's name)
- I would like to speak to...(give the person's name)
- Is ....(give the person's name) available.
- Is it possible to speak to ....(give the person's name).
- I need to speak to ....(give the person's name)
When Party (the person you are trying to call) is Unavailable
- May I leave a message, please?
- Do you know when he/she will be available?
- Do you know when he/she will return to the office/home?
- I will call back latter/in an hour/tomorrow.
- Please tell him .....(give your name) called, and I will call latter/call again.
- Please have him/she call me back.
- May I leave my telephone number? My phone number is.....(give your number)?
- Please have him/her contact at ......(state a place or a phone number).
- Where/How can I reach him/her?
- What is her/his mobile phone number/Cell/Cellular phone number?
Faxes
- May I send you a fax?
- What is your fax number?
- Did you receive my fax?
- I send a fax to..... (give person's name), did he.she receive it?
Asking for Information
Other Useful Telephone Phrases/Words
- The number is busy.
- My I hold on the line.
- I sorry can't hear you.
- I sorry I can't understand you.
- Please speak slowly, I am having a difficult time understanding you.
- Who am I speaking to?
- Who is calling?
- The line was disconnected.
- Please connect me to ....(give the name or the person, or the extensions)
-Izzatul Hidayah-
