Using a Dictionary

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A dictionary tells us meaning and how to say the word.

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Build the meaning, brick by brick.

⚡ The twist

If you can't use a word in a sentence, you don't really know it yet.

What You'll Learn

A dictionary tells us meaning and how to say the word. We use it when we're stuck. A dictionary tells us meaning and pronunciation. We can use it when we're stuck.

Key Points

A dictionary tells us meaning and pronunciation.

We can use it when we're stuck.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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Should we use a dictionary when we're stuck?

How sure are you going to be?😐 maybe

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Stretch Challenge

Try this in real life this week.

Write a tiny note to someone using two new words.

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For the dinner table

“Teach me one new word you learned today, and use it in a sentence.”

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