Practical English Usage

Michael Swan's guide to English language problems

Practical English Usage

Third Edition Micheal Swan

This unique reference guide addresses problem points in the language as encountered by learners and their teachers. It gives information and advice that is practical, clear, reliable, and easy to find. Most of the book is about grammar, but it also covers selected points of vocabulary, idioms, style, pronunciation, and spelling.


  • Explanations and examples based on current corpus research.
  • Entries on "kinds of English," covering standard English and dialects, correctness, spoken and written English, formality, and variation and change.

    This unique reference guide addresses problem points in the language as encountered by learners and their teachers. It gives information and advice that is practical, clear, reliable, and easy to find. Most of the book is about grammar, but it also covers selected points of vocabulary, idiom, style, pronunciation, and spelling.

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    • 600+ entries, listed A-Z makes it easy to find what you're looking for
    • Covers all the grammar and vocabulary areas you want to know about
    • Gives clear explanations that really answer your questions
    • Includes real examples so you know how language is used
    • Gives you information on American English
    • 'Don't say it!' - a special section on 150 common mistakes and how to avoid them.

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    This unique reference guide addresses problem points in the language as encountered by learners and their teachers. It gives information and advice that is practical, clear, reliable, and easy to find. Most of the book is about grammar, but it also covers selected points of vocabulary, idioms, style, pronunciation, and spelling.


  • Explanations and examples based on current corpus research.
  • Entries on "kinds of English," covering standard English and dialects, correctness, spoken and written English, formality, and variation and change.

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