Building 4,000–6,000
Words for Success
At A2 or B1 level, you know basic words for daily life. But school exams and university entry need more words — about 4,000–6,000. This simple plan helps you learn and remember new words step by step.
Where Your Word Count Fits
| Word Count | What You Can Do | School/University Level |
|---|---|---|
| 2,000–3,000 | Understand basic conversations and simple stories | A2–B1 (your current level) |
| 4,000–6,000 | Read school books, news, and easy university texts | B1–B2 (university entry goal) |
| 6,000+ | Understand most university lectures and articles | Strong for university success |
Your goal: Reach 4,000–6,000 words → ready for school and university!
Do you know 4,000 words?
Most B1 students are surprised by their actual word count.
01. The Power of the Word Bank
Think of vocabulary as money for your brain. More words = more things you can understand.
- 4,000 Words: You can read high school books and news with subtitles.
- 6,000 Words: You reach B2 level — good for university entry tests.
- Tip: You don’t need fancy words yet; focus on common words used in school and life.
02. The 10-Word Daily Habit
Learn 10 new words every day. In one year, that’s 3,650 new words!
- Pick words from school books, news, or things you like (games, music, sports).
- Write each word + its meaning + one easy sentence about **you**.
- Read your list out loud while brushing your teeth or waiting for the bus.
- Tip: Do this at the same time every day — it becomes a habit.
03. The "Use it or Lose it" Rule
Your brain forgets words you don’t use. To keep them, use them today.
- Use your 10 new words in a text message, note, or conversation today.
- Even writing them in a private journal helps your brain remember.
04. Review with Spaced Repetition
Look at old words again after 1 day, then 3 days, then 7 days.
- Every Sunday, review all the words you learned that week.
- Tick off the ones you know perfectly. Focus only on the ones you forgot.