What is the NGSL?

The Smart Way to Learn English Words

The NGSL (New General Service List) is a list of the 2,800 most important words in English. These are the words that appear most often when people read and listen to English.

Why Are These Words So Powerful?

When you know these 2,800 words, you can understand over 92% of the words in most English texts! This includes:

  • 📰 Newspapers and magazines
  • 📚 Books and stories
  • 🎬 Movies and TV shows
  • 💬 Everyday conversations

Think about it: learning just 2,800 words helps you understand 92 out of every 100 words you read or hear. That’s amazing!

Learn Smarter, Not Harder

Many English learners waste time studying rare words they will almost never use. The NGSL helps you focus on what really matters.

Instead of learning thousands of random words, you can:

  • ✅ Start with the most useful words first
  • ✅ Build a strong foundation quickly
  • ✅ Understand most of what you read and hear
  • ✅ Feel more confident in English

Your Next Step

This diagnostic test shows you which NGSL words you already know and which ones you still need to learn. Use your results to study efficiently and reach your English goals faster!

Remember: Smart learners focus on high-frequency words first. These 2,800 words are your key to English success.

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