Theory and Practice in Language Studies, Vol 2, No 7 (2012), 1445-1451, Jul 2012
doi:10.4304/tpls.2.7.1445-1451

On BE Vocabulary Teaching Embarrassments and Its Strategy

Lin Yuan

Abstract


Vocabulary is considered a vital core in learning a language. As the cornerstone of language acquisition, vocabulary acquisition exerts direct influence on language competence and sociability. So it is with Business English teaching. However, due to the specific features of BE lexis, China’ BE teachers and learners are faced with spectacular embarrassments. This paper analyzes the present situation and makes proposals to improve it.


Keywords


Business English; vocabulary teaching; embarrassments; strategy

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