曼陀羅英單記憶術：用九宮格聯想記憶英文單字

特別收錄 / 編輯的話：每天早上打開手機，不論是在Line、email還是FB上，都會看到許多訊息，包括各樣新理論、新研究、新知識……。面對這些源源不絕的新資訊，我們都需要培養深度思考的能力，才能從中吸收對自己真正有用的內容。

學英文也是如此。書店的新書平台上，幾乎每個月都會出現新上市的英文單字書與會話書。相信許多讀者都會感到困惑——到底哪一本才是自己的“Right Book”？

我們深信，在資訊過於複雜的現代，唯有找對方法，培養動腦思考的能力，才能有效吸收知識，否則就算花再多時間閱讀，也是枉然。

好學、好記的曼陀羅九...

Language learning is a solid pathway to exploring what life has to offer!

Whenever I am introduced to a new student, one of the first questions that I ask is why they are learning English. My younger students usually say it’s because their parents are making them. My adult students will say for work. While both answers serve as great motivation, I find that one of the greatest benefits of language learning is how much of life opens up. From making new friends, to watching movies from different cultures, to being able to try new cuisine; language learning is a solid pathway to exploring what life has to offer.

When I was writing this book, I kept different types of motivations in mind. You will find common vocabulary that is needed for standardized tests like GEPT, TOEIC, and IELTS. You’ll also find words, sentence structures, and idioms that are helpful in having friendly but meaningful conversations. Lastly, you’ll learn vocabulary that can help you navigate everyday life and even potentially open up new hobbies for you.

You will need an upper beginner to lower intermediate knowledge of English to use this book. Every topic has four sections. The first is your vocabulary diagram with both English definitions and Chinese translations. I encourage you to try to think in English by reading the English definition first. If you are still struggling, check the Chinese translation. The English definitions are written for learners. The definitions might seem simplified compared to traditional dictionary definitions, but what we want is to give you a general understanding of a word, then for you to move to the next section of the chapter for examples and practice. Personally, with my own language learning experiences, I have tried the method of memorizing words and their dictionary definitions and I did gain a large vocabulary. However, there have been so many times where I just had no idea how to practically use the word. Then the word would get lost in the nether regions of my brain. I wasted a lot of time this way and don’t want that to happen to you. I’m hoping you will avoid this by learning how to use the vocabulary words through the example and practice section of every chapter.

The other thing you should know about this book is that it is progressive…but not. If you start from topic1 and work your way to topic 120, you will see that newly acquired vocabulary is reinforced throughout the book. However, if you want to skip to a topic that is of interest to you, that’s perfectly okay too. The grammar throughout the book is a lower intermediate level and doesn’t change significantly. If you see a word you don’t know, look it up!

I’ve taken my experience as a teacher but also as a language student to come up with useful topics in life, career, and testing. By the end of the book you should have the confidence, skills, and vocabulary to interact in English socially, talk about hobbies and passions, communicate in the business world, and navigate through standardized tests. My hope is that this book will help elevate your English skills and happily go through this demanding but exciting venture of English language learning. Happy learning!

Jennifer Lee

2018年8月

Language learning is a solid pathway to exploring what life has to offer!

Whenever I am introduced to a new student, one of the first questions that I ask is why they are learning English. My younger students usually say it’s because their parents are making them. My adult students will say for work. While both answers serve as great motivation, I find that one of the greatest benefits of language learning is how much of life opens up. From making new friends, to watching movies from different...

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PART 1 Food 關於飲食
001 Wine Tasting品嚐葡萄酒
002 The Art of Coffee 咖啡藝術
003 Eating Habits 飲食習慣
004 Ordering Food in Restaurant 餐廳點餐
005 Drinks 酒類飲料

PART 2 Customs 風俗習慣
006 Good Manners 好禮儀
007 Celebrate 慶祝恭賀
008 Condolences 慰問弔唁
009 Having a Conversation 聊天交談
010 Customs and Traditions 習俗與傳統

PART 3 Attitude人生態度
011 A Meaningful Life 有意義的人生
012 Accomplishments 了不起的成就
013 Fake It Until You Make It 裝假直至成真
014 Be a Boss 當老闆
015 Becoming a Better Writer 成為更好的作家
016 Charity 慈善機構
017 Creativity 創造力
018 Emotional Intelligence 情緒智商
019 Telling the Truth 說實話
020 Habits 習慣癖好
021 Language Learning學習語言
022 A Good Deal of Passion 巨大的熱情
023 Personality Test 性格測試
024 Regrets 遺憾後悔
025 Stress in Your Life生活中的壓力
026 Survive in a Disaster 災難中生存
027 Waiting Until the Last Minute 等到最後一刻

PART 4 Beauty Care 美容保養
028 Charming Perfume 迷人的香水
029 Aging Problems老化問題
030 Skin Care 皮膚保養
031 Make Up關於化妝
032 Getting a Haircut 剪頭髮
033 A Day at the Spa 上美容院的一天
034 Making an Appointment 事先預約
035 Joining a Gym 參加健身房
036 Inventions 創新發明

PART 5 Treatment 疾病治療
037 Medication 藥物治療
038 Getting Sick 生病了
039 See a Doctor 看醫生
040 A Visit to the Dentist 看牙醫
041 Go to the Hospital 去醫院

PART 6 Emotions 關於情感
042 Modern Romance 現代戀愛
043 Blind Date 盲目約會
044 Breaking Up 分手吧
045 Go on a Date 來場約會
046 Make Friends 交朋友
047 Love and Marriage 愛情與婚姻
048 Money Can’t Buy You Love 金錢買不到愛

PART 7 Life Plans人生規劃
049 My Family 我的家庭
050 Future Plans未來計畫
051 Holding a Wedding 舉行婚禮
052 Having Children 生小孩
053 Buying a Home 購屋置產
054 My House, My Home 我的房子，我的家
055 Fixing Things Around the House房屋修繕
056 Moving into a New House 搬新家
057 Retirement 退休生活

PART 8 Education 學校教育
058 A New School 新學校
059 High School 高中生活
060 Higher Education 高等教育
061 Paying for College 支付大學學費
062 Getting a Job 找工作

PART 9 Popular Sport 熱門運動
063 American Sports 美式運動
064 Is Cheerleading a Sport? 啦啦隊是運動嗎？
065 Golfing for Business 商場上的高爾夫交際
066 Soccer: The World’s Most Popular Sport 足球：全球最熱門的運動
067 Sports for a Healthy Life健康生活的運動

PART 10 Leisure 休閒時刻
068 Collecting 收藏物品
069 Gardening 園藝活動
070 Hiking 徒步旅行
071 Hobbies 興趣嗜好
072 Hunting and Fishing 打獵釣魚
073 Music 音樂作品
074 Photography 拍照攝影
075 Reading a Book讀一本書
076 About Time 關於時間

PART 11 Travel 到處旅行
077 Changeable Weather 多變的天氣
078 Adventures 冒險活動
079 Geography 地理位置
080 Taking a Vacation度假去
081 Travel Planning 旅行計畫
082 Driving 開車上路
083 Getting Around 到處走走

PART 12 Fashion 關於時尚
084 Shopping 逛街購物
085 Online Shopping 網路購物
086 Handbags 手提包
087 About Shoes 關於鞋子
088 Luxury Goods 奢侈品
089 Formal Wear 正式服裝
090 Tuxedos男士晚禮服

PART 13 Business 一般商務
091 How to Handle Money如何管錢
092 Finding Your Brand 找到你的品牌
093 Marketing 市場行銷
094 Meetings 公司會議
095 Management 經營管理
096 Accounting 財務會計
097 Banks 銀行事務
098 Customer Service 客戶服務
099 Investing 101投資入門
100 The Road to Success 通向成功的道路
101 Trade Shows 商業貿易展覽

PART 14 Media 大眾媒體
102 Award Ceremonies頒獎典禮
103 Comedy喜劇片
104 Fame名氣聲譽
105 Watching Movies 看電影
106 Online Radio網路電台
107 Social Media社群媒體
108 Television電視廣播

PART 15 Technology 現代科技
109 Virtual Reality 虛擬實境
110 Internet網際網路
111 New Technology新科技
112 Privacy 隱私權

PART 16 World 全球議題
113 Crime and Punishment犯罪與處罰
114 Environment自然環境
115 Government國家政府
116 Gun Control 槍枝管制
117 Military軍事軍隊
118 Political Issues 政治議題
119 Racism 種族歧視
120 Religion宗教信仰

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PART 1 Food 關於飲食
001 Wine Tasting品嚐葡萄酒
002 The Art of Coffee 咖啡藝術
003 Eating Habits 飲食習慣
004 Ordering Food in Restaurant 餐廳點餐
005 Drinks 酒類飲料

PART 2 Customs 風俗習慣
006 Good Manners 好禮儀
007 Celebrate 慶祝恭賀
008 Condolences 慰問弔唁
009 Having a Conversation 聊天交談
010 Customs and Traditions 習俗與傳統

PART 3 Attitude人生態度
011 A Meaningful Life 有意義的人生
012 Accomplishments 了不起的成就
013 Fake It...