One of the most powerful ways to build vocabulary is by understanding morphology – the study of word parts. We'll delve into common Latin and Greek prefixes (e.g., un- meaning not, re- meaning again, pre- meaning before, anti- meaning against, sub- meaning under, trans- meaning across).

We'll also explore common suffixes (e.g., -tion forming nouns, -able forming adjectives, -logy meaning study of, -ism meaning doctrine or belief).

Crucially, we'll identify and learn frequently occurring root words (e.g., bio meaning life, graph meaning write, aqua meaning water, rupt meaning break, dict meaning say).

By understanding these foundational elements, you'll develop the ability to break down unfamiliar words, infer their meanings, and connect them to other words in the same family. We'll also share effective techniques for memorizing new vocabulary, such as using flashcards, spaced repetition, and actively using new words in your writing and speaking.

• Synonyms: Words with similar meanings (e.g., happy/joyful/ecstatic, large/big/sizable). We'll discuss the subtle differences in connotation and intensity between synonyms, allowing you to choose the most precise word for any context.

• Antonyms: Words with opposite meanings (e.g., hot/cold, strong/weak, true/false).

• Homonyms: Words that are spelled and sound the same but have completely different meanings (e.g., bank (of a river) vs. bank (financial institution); bear (animal) vs. bear (to carry/endure)).

• Homophones: Words that sound the same but have different spellings and different meanings (e.g., flower/flour, write/right/rite, peace/piece, sun/son, ate/eight).

Extensive exercises will be provided to help you differentiate between these word types and use them accurately and appropriately in sentences.

• Idioms: These are expressions whose meaning cannot be understood from the literal meanings of their individual words (e.g., kick the bucket means to die, break a leg means good luck, a piece of cake means very easy). We'll explore common English idioms, understanding their figurative meanings and when and how to use them naturally.

• Phrasal Verbs: These are combinations of a verb and a preposition or adverb (or both) that create a new meaning (e.g., put up with (tolerate), turn down (reject), call off (cancel)). We'll focus on commonly used phrasal verbs and their distinct meanings, often contrasting them with their single-word equivalents.

• Proverbs: Short, well-known sayings that express a general truth or piece of advice (e.g., Actions speak louder than words, A stitch in time saves nine, When in Rome, do as the Romans do). We'll understand their wisdom and how they can be used to add depth and traditional insight to your writing.

• The lesson will emphasize using these expressions in appropriate contexts to enrich your writing and speaking, making your communication more native-like and sophisticated.