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1、PPT courseware for English vocabulary and culture目录The Origin and Evolution of English VocabularyThe Relationship between English Vocabulary and CultureThe Origin and Cultural Annotation of English Idioms目录Cultural differences and misunderstandings in English vocabularyLearning Strategies and Skills
2、 for English VocabularyThe Origin and Evolution of English Vocabulary01French influence:The Norman Conquest of 1066 bloom a large number of French words into English These words were associated with the upper classes and were related to areas such as government,law,the church,and political societyTh
3、e German languages:The Anglo Saxons,who settled in England in the 5th century AD,bright with their language,Old English,which was a German language It was influenced by the Romance languages of the Norman French who requested England in 1066Latin influence:Latin was the language of the Roman Empire
4、and after the Roman drew from Britain in the 5th century AD,Latin was the language of law,government and education in England Latin words entered English vocabulary through legal and ecclesiastical documentsThe Origin of English Vocabulary This occurred between the 14th and 17th centers and resultin
5、g in changes to the promotion of vowels in English It affected the way words were proposed and led to the development of new words to describe new concepts and ideas This period,from the 14th to the 17th centers,saw a recurrence of interest in classical learning and culture As a result,Latin and Gre
6、ek words were introduced into English vocabulary to describe new ideas and concepts This period,from the late 18th to the mid-19th centers,saw major changes in industry,technology,and society As a result,new words were created to describe these changes and new conceptsThe Great Vowel ShiftThe Renais
7、sanceThe Industrial RevolutionThe Evolution of English VocabularyNative words These are words that have their roots in Old English and other German languages They are the basic building blocks of the English language and include words such as house,dog,and tree.Borrowed words These are words that ha
8、ve been taken from other languages and integrated into English French,Latin,and Greek are the main sources of borrowed words in English Examples include bicycle,banner,and telephone.Coinage This is the creation of new words or phrases to describe new ideas or concepts It can involve combining existi
9、ng words or creating completely new ones Examples include selfie,blog,and WiFiThe Composition of English VocabularyThe Relationship between English Vocabulary and Culture02 The cultural background of a language health influences its vocabulary For instance,English has words that are unique to its cu
10、ltural context,such as pans,hoover,and nappy.Culture of dictates the choice of euphemisms used to describe sensitive or taboo topics In English,words like restroom and WC are used as euphemisms for toilet.Cultural BackgroundEuphemismsThe Influence of Culture on English Vocabulary English vocabulary
11、reflects the rich cultural heritage of food and drink For example,muffin,score,and crumpet are all words unique to English that describe certificate types of breadFood and Drink English vocabulary is rich in terms related to sports and games,such as hockey,cricket,and snooker.These terms are often u
12、sed to describe specific rules or techniques related to the sportsSports and GamesThe Cultural Characteristics Reflected by English Vocabulary Mismatched cultural expectations can create communication barriers in cross cultural communication For instance,using the wrong meeting or composition can le
13、ad to misunderstandings or offersCommunication Barriers Learning the appropriate vocabulary to use in different cultural contexts is crucial for effective cross cultural communication This includes understanding the appropriate ways to address people,the correct use of titles,and the significance of
14、 certificate words or phrasesVocabulary LearningThe role of English vocabulary in cross cultural communicationThe Origin and Cultural Annotation of English Idioms03Literary Sources Many English idols are derived from familial literary works,such as Shakespeares plays and the works of other classical
15、 British writersHistorical Background English periods of origin from historical events,cultural traditions,and the unique experiences of the British IslesThe Source of English IdiomsSocial cultural implications English idols often carry rich social cultural implications,reflecting the unique cultura
16、l characteristics and values of the British and other English speaking countriesReligious Influence The influence of Christianity on English culture is reflected in many periods,such as the salt of the earth and the face of God.The Cultural Annotation of English IdiomsLanguage Barrier Understanding
17、and correctly using English IDs is critical in cross cultural communication,as misunderstandings can arise from the lake of shared cultural referencesCultural Awareness Proficient use of English idols can enhance cultural awareness and facility smooth communication with native English speakersThe Ap
18、plication of English Idioms in Cross Cultural CommunicationCultural differences and misunderstandings in English vocabulary04Animal methodologies English and Chinese have different animal methodologies to describe people For example,in English,a lazy as a slug means someone who is lazy,while in Chin
19、ese,as stubborn as a mule is used to describe someone who is stubbornFood Vocabulary The vocabulary is related to food also reflects cultural differences For instance,pancake in English is a flat cake,while in Chinese it is called dancing which means steamed bread.Body Language The meaning of some b
20、ody language styles differences in different cultures For example,in the United States,nodding the head commonly means agreement,but in some parts of Asia,it means the proposalCultural Differences in English VocabularyFalse Friends False friends are words that look or sound similar but have differen
21、t meanings For instance,debt in English means owned money,while debt in French means guide.Idiomatic Expressions Idiomatic expressions are words that cannot be translated literally For example,the English idol to rain cats and dogs means to rain health,not literacy training cats and dogsSlang and Co
22、lloquialism Slang and Colloquialism are words and phrases that are not considered standard language For instance,the word cool in English means something is good or impressive,but it doesnt have this meaning in all languagesMiscellaneous and Correction of English VocabularyHow to avoid cultural misu
23、nderstandings in English vocabularyUse dictionaries and other resources to learn more about the meanings and uses of words in different culturesUse Dictionaries and ResourcesPay attention to the context of the word or phrase to better understand its meaning Context can provide clues about the true m
24、eaning of words or phrases.Context UnderstandingParticipate in cross cultural communication training to learn more about cultural differences and how they affect language usageCross cultural Communication TrainingLearning Strategies and Skills for English Vocabulary0501Context Learning Provide real
25、world contexts for vocabulary words to make learning more meaningful and relevant02Semantic Mapping Use visual representations to connect new vocabulary words with existing knowledge03Active Recall Encourage students to actively recall and use new vocabulary words in speaking and writing activitiesL
26、earning Strategies for English VocabularyMnemonics01 Teach students mnemonic devices(e.g.,acronyms,rhymes)to help them remember vocabulary words02Space Repetition Use space repetition software to remind students of vocabulary words at regular intervals03Multisensory Learning Encourage students to en
27、gage all their senses(visual,auditory,kinesthetic)when learning new vocabulary wordsMemory Skills for English VocabularyVocabulary Games01 Introduce fun games and quizzes to make vocabulary learning more engaging and interactiveWord of the Day02 Encourage students to learn a new vocabulary word every day,both through a class activity or a self study exerciseReading and comprehension03 Enhance students to read more,and provide comprehension activities to help them understand and remember new vocabulary wordsMethods and approaches to improving English vocabularyTHANKS感谢观看