It covers over 2,000 essential words and phrases. But the unique selling point of this series is the cyclical learning model: learn, practice, revise, and review.
Close your eyes. Listen to the Oxford Word Skills Basic Audio for that unit. How many words do you recognize? You should recognize about 30-50% if you pre-studied. oxford word skills basic audio
"The audio is too fast for me." Solution: Use the Oxford Learner's Bookshelf app. It has a "slow down" button (a turtle icon). Or use a music player (like VLC) to reduce playback speed to 90% or 80%. It covers over 2,000 essential words and phrases
"I lost my CD / My CD is broken." Solution: Do not buy a new book yet. Contact Oxford University Press customer support. Often, if you provide proof of purchase (a photo of the book's title page), they will provide a digital download link. Comparing "Oxford Word Skills Basic Audio" to Competitors | Feature | Oxford Word Skills Basic Audio | English Vocabulary in Use (Elem) Audio | 4000 Essential English Words Audio | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Level | A1-A2 (True Beginner) | A2 (High Beginner) | A2-B1 (Lower Intermediate) | | Audio Speed | Moderate, natural | Fast, natural | Slow, enunciated | | Dialogue Quality | Excellent – real-life scenarios | Good – academic contexts | Basic – story-based | | Best For | Speaking and listening synergy | Test preparation (IELTS/KET) | Extensive listening reading | Listen to the Oxford Word Skills Basic Audio for that unit
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