研究生实用英语写作diction.pptVIP

Diction Diction Diction is the choice and use of words. Good diction helps one express himself clearly and effectively while poor diction sounds awkward, unidiomatic or chinglish. A certain amount of vocabulary forms the basis of English writing. So, first of all we should have a vocabulary as large as possible. Then we can have much freedom for selection of the most appropriate words when we write. In selecting the most appropriate words, we should put the following 5 criteria in mind: Accuracy and exactness Culture awareness Emotion awareness Occasion awareness Abundance and diversity Accuracy and exactness Many errors in writing result from the confusion of word meanings. For example: When he was only 10 years old, he won first reward. They can not find an outlet for escaping the burning room. Tom shed regrettable tears. He derives quick sense from folk music. When he was only 10 years old, he won first prize. They can not find an outlet for fleeing the burning room. Tom shed regretful tears. He derives delight (sensuous delight) from folk music. Another example: He is soft. He is weak. He lacks strength. 他是柔和的/虚弱的/缺乏力量和勇气的。 Other examples: Country主要指国土及国民； Nation强调民族，种族； state多指国家的政府及政府机构； 而land指国家虽不够精确，但更富有文学的色彩，比country一词带有更多的感情。 Tips Basically, to memorize the differences as much as possible. More reading can help us understand different usages in different contexts. Well understanding of the real implication can lead to appropriate expressions. For example: We enjoy free medical care.我们享受公费医疗。 看 Watch TV, see a movie, read a book, visit parents, look at an issue 提高 Improve the living standard, deepen our understanding, raise the efficiency. Cultural awareness Countless mistakes arise because of lack of cultural background knowledge. For example: White elephant sports shoes Yellow publications He’s as quiet as a cat. He’s as strong as a cow. White elephant sports shoes something expensi