Saturday, September 26, 2009

Online Etymology Dictionary

Find out the history of the meanings of words with this special dictionary. It is a compilation of several books about etymology. Input a word and check its first meaning through the ages. It´s amazing to see the past of words and the changing that occurs from time to time. Words are alive and have a past. Discover it! Link

Saturday, September 19, 2009

BBC - Skillswise - Words

This is a wonderful website to improve your english skills. There are two main sections: words and numbers. In the section words you´ll see several tabs: grammar, spelling, reading, writing, listening and vocabulary. Each one has lots of activities and games to help you learn the topic. Be wise! Link

Saturday, September 12, 2009

Phonetics Focus - A Sound Choice


Cambridge English Online has been rewarded by ELT 08 Innovations Awards from the British Council. This incredible online resource was developed to help us learn everything we need to know in the field of phonetics. There you´ll find lots of games and fun acticities to strengthen your knowledge about all the 44 phonemic symbols and pronunciation skills, as well. It´s worth a try. Link

Saturday, September 5, 2009

VocabTrainer - English 365

Another interactive software from Cambridge (English 365). This website is suitable for those who want to learn business english. You will find lots of words with exercises and games to practice them. Improve your  skills and communicate effectively. Achieve your goals!  Link

Babylon Translation Box

Thinkmap

The New York Times