Introduction
This lesson looks at how new words are created in English. It encourages learners to analyse words they already know and to understand more about meaning from form. It also encourages them to experiment with new words and possible meanings - an important skill in manipulating language.
Topic
New words
Level
Intermediate and above
Time
60-90 mins
Aims
- To learn how new words are created
- To practise formation of words
- To practise pronunciation
Materials
Lesson plan: guide for teacher on procedure including answers to tasks.
Download lesson plan 96k pdf
Worksheets: exercises which can be printed out for use in class. The worksheet contains:
- Seven exercises exploring the way new words are formed.
Download worksheets 73k pdf
For more information about this topic you can visit these BBC sites:
- http://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/learningenglish/youmeus/lingo/index.shtml
- http://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/learningenglish/grammar/learnit/learnitv337.shtml
Paul Kaye, British Council, Syria
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