Reading dictionaries

Hi,I like to read the explanation of the meaning of a word,and this helps me improve my knowledge of English.Thesaurus actually gives the words that are nearest to the meaning of a given word.It does not have explanation of the word.Explanation helps us to understand minute differences in the meaning of synonyms.

Of course. Even if we think we already know the one or the other word, if we take a dictionary to read about that word, we always learn another meaning or its origin.

I am from India and my mother tongue is Hindi.I love reading both Hindi and English dictionaries in which the meaning and usages of words are properly explained in detail.If you read such a dictionary,I am sure you'll find it extremely interesting.Do try once,if possible.

The world of words is really wonderful.There are minute differences in the meaning of a particular word and that of its synonyms.It's interesting to learn it.

Yes,if we make it a habit to learn new words and start using them in sentences,our vocabulary gets improved.If you have any dictionary having the detail explanation of the meanings of words,you will come to know minute differences between a word and its synonym.Learning these differences is a pleasant experience.

Yes,Goludipe,dictionaries are generally used to know the meanings and usages of new words,but I would like to suggest you to try reading them once just like you read stories and novels.I am sure,you will find them extremely interesting and enlightening as well.

Okay! I would sometimes like to give it a try, but that would be after my Exams. Thank for the encouragement. Take Care.

Of course,let your exams be over.Then try it once and see whether you like it or not.

If possible,try reading a dictionary in which the meanings of words are explained in detail and then the usage of the word is also demonstrated.I am sure,you will love reading it.

Yes,I go to the web too,but generally I prefer to read dictionaries,because internet accessibility in our area frequently gets interrupted.

You have rightly dubbed reading dictionaries 'adventure of language.'It is nice to know that you know a lot of words and like to read famous people.That's a very good habit.I too read about wild life,politics,history,religion and adventures,but often I prefer to read dictionaries that take me to the world of words that is really so wonderful.If possible,try it just for a change.

It's your choice.You feel bored.I love it.I love words.It is the words that convey our thoughts and feelings to others.For me it's very pleasing to know how words are used to express our thoughts.If I have been able to improve my knowledge of Hindi and English,the credit goes to my habit of reading dictionaries.

If you like it,you can redevelope the habit of reading dictionaries.I don't mean,you should read English dictionary only.You may as well read a dictionary of Bhasa Indonasia.I read both Hindi and English dictionaries.Reading dictionaries shows to us how words are used to give vent to some particular feelings.A dictionary is the world of words.And this world is so exciting.

That's exactly what I want to say.Dictionaries take us to the wonderful world of words and we learn how we can express ourselves by using different words.And I am sure,kokomo,you will agree with me if I say that words are one of the greatest inventions of human race.We learn a lot from them.I had adopted the habit of reading dictionaries years ago and now it has become a part of my daily routine.If now I can write and speak Hindi impressively and my knowledge of English is improved,the credit goes to my habit of reading dictionaries.I fully agree with you.

Yes,technology has made it easy.My son has installed the application to his smartphone and it helps me a lot.However all the words are not in it.Sometimes I have to consult the bulky,offline dictionary I had bought in a book fare at throwaway prics.It's a Collins Coubild dictionary.

That's exactly what I do while writing articles for online article writing sites.My mother tongue is Hindi and before using any word to give vent to my feelings,I have to know its definition and usage.But even when I am not writing articles,I read dictionaries only for entertainment.I have found the world of words extremely amazing. Thanks a lot for your encouragement.

I have not set any target.I just read it as I read stories and novels.That's it,and I have fond it so ineresting and enlightening.Now I can pass hours reading dictionaries.