Who said learning English to be boring? By exploiting the literary world, the learning process of English can be a pleasant and meaningful experience. Literature does not only offer interesting stories, but it also offers new vocabulary, various sentence structures, and deeper understanding of anglo@-@ saxon culture. Here are some tips and tricks for learning English while enjoying literature:
1. Start with Matching Adjustment Level
- Select the genre you like: If you like mysteries, start with detective novels. If you're more interested in love stories, choose a romance novel.
- Adjust the difficulty rate: Start with books that have simple vocabulary and sentence structures. Over time, you could switch to a more complex book.
- Use children's books: Children's books often use simple languages and interesting stories.
2. Active Create Notes
- New vocabulary note: Make a new vocabulary list that you meet while reading.
- Notice the structure of the sentence: Analysis of how writers build complex sentences.
- Author style identification: Notice a different style of writing from every author.
3. Discuss with Others
- Create read group: Join the English-speaking book group to discuss what you read.
- Find a discussion buddy: Ask your friend or brother who's also learning English to discuss.
Four. Use Technology
- E-book reader: Use e- book reader to make it easier for you to find meaning in an unknown word.
- Dictionary applications: Download an English dictionary application to enrich your vocabulary.
- Audiobooks: Listen to audiobooks while doing other activities like exercising or cooking.
5. Keep practicing
- Read regularly: Make a habit of reading every day, even if it's just a few pages.
- Write summary: After reading a chapter or short story, write a summary in English.
- Translate: Translate the elusive parts into Indonesian language, but don't do it too often for you to think in English.
Conclusion
Reading literature is an effective and fun way to improve your English skills.
Source:
"British Council"
