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"English Vocabulary in Use" by Michael McCarthy and Felicity O'Dell
This excellent series has books for different levels, from elementary to advanced. It covers a wide range of topics with clear explanations, illustrations, and plenty of exercises for practise.
"Word Power Made Easy" by Norman Lewis
This classic book is designed to improve your vocabulary through a series of simple, step-by-step methods.
"Oxford Word Skills" by Ruth Gairns and Stuart Redman
This series offers practice at three levels (Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced), with plenty of engaging activities to help reinforce learning.
"Vocabulary for IELTS" by Pauline Cullen
If you are preparing for the IELTS exam, this book focuses on the vocabulary needed for the test with practice exercises and tips.
"Cambridge English Vocabulary for Advanced" by Martin Hewings
This book is geared towards advanced learners and includes exam-style exercises to help with vocabulary retention and usage.
"4000 Essential English Words" by Paul Nation
This series is excellent for learners at different stages, helping to build a strong foundation of essential vocabulary.
"Picture This! Vocabulary Building with Pictures" by Judy Nayer
This book uses a wealth of illustrations to help learners associate words with images, making it easier to remember and understand vocabulary. It's especially useful for visual learners and covers a wide range of everyday topics.
"English Vocabulary Organiser: 100 Topics for Self-Study" by Chris Gough
This book is designed to help learners preparing for the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) exams. It covers vocabulary for a wide range of topics and levels, making it ideal for self-study. The book's structured approach ensures comprehensive coverage of the vocabulary needed for A1 to C2 levels.