English Class 4 - Vocabulary Notes

Vocabulary

Welcome to the chapter on Vocabulary for Class 4. In this chapter, you will learn new words, their meanings, synonyms, antonyms, and how to use them in sentences. By the end of this chapter, you will be able to understand and use a wide range of words to make your English richer and more interesting!

Introduction

Vocabulary means all the words you know and use. The more words you learn, the better you can read, write, and speak. Let’s build a strong vocabulary together!

Learning New Words

• Read books, newspapers, and magazines to find new words.
• Listen carefully when people speak and note new words.
• Ask your teacher or parents about words you do not know.
• Use new words in your writing and speaking.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms are words that mean the same or almost the same.
Antonyms are words that mean the opposite.

• Happy (synonym: joyful, antonym: sad)
• Big (synonym: large, antonym: small)
• Fast (synonym: quick, antonym: slow)

Using Words in Sentences

When you learn a new word, try to use it in a sentence. This helps you remember its meaning and how to use it correctly.

• Brilliant: She gave a brilliant answer in class.
• Ancient: The ancient temple is very beautiful.
• Delicious: The cake was delicious.

Fun Ways to Build Vocabulary

• Play word games like crossword puzzles or word search.
• Make flashcards with new words and their meanings.
• Keep a vocabulary notebook and write new words every week.

Fun Activity: Vocabulary Challenge

Choose five new words this week. Write their meanings and use each in a sentence. Share your sentences with your friends or family!

Summary

• Vocabulary is all the words you know and use.
• Learning new words helps you read, write, and speak better.
• Synonyms and antonyms make your vocabulary stronger.

Practice Questions

1. Write a sentence using the word "ancient".
2. What is a synonym for "happy"?
3. What is an antonym for "big"?
4. Find two new words in your textbook and write their meanings.
5. Use the word "delicious" in a sentence.

Challenge Yourself

• Learn ten new words this month and use them in your homework.
• Make a list of words that rhyme with "light".

Did You Know?

• The English language has thousands of synonyms and antonyms!
• Some words have more than one meaning.

Glossary

• Vocabulary: All the words you know and use.
• Synonym: A word that means the same as another word.
• Antonym: A word that means the opposite of another word.
• Sentence: A group of words that tells something.

Answers to Practice Questions

1. (Example: The ancient tree is very tall.)
2. Joyful, glad, cheerful (any synonym for "happy").
3. Small.
4. (Any two new words and their meanings from the textbook.)
5. (Example: The pizza was delicious.)

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Keep building your vocabulary and use new words every day!