I am told by a friend of mine that he wants to update his English language skills. I feel the word "improve" would be correct and appropriate
2007-11-18 23:47:53 · 6 answers · asked by subitha_kumar 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Words & Wordplay
Yes "improve" is better than "update" for this sentence.
"I want to improve my English skills."
2007-11-18 23:50:15 · answer #1 · answered by Don Adriano 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm currently reading a KJV, but only because I'm studying the Bible as a literary work and the KJV has had the most influence on literature. However, it is a terrible translation for modern English. Very few people can read Elizabethan English. If they could, I would have less of a problem with people using it because they would be able to actually understand the words. Language changes, the KJV needs to be updated. I like the NASB and NIV for actual accuracy. If I ever needed to know what a verse actually said and I didn't feel like translating, I'd use one of those. As for my religious affiliation, I'm an atheist.
2016-05-24 04:21:26 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your friend may really want to "update" his skills, that is, learn current slang and usage. In that case, it would be correct to use "update," but if he just wants to get better at English then he should say "improve."
2007-11-18 23:55:33 · answer #3 · answered by Elaine P...is for Poetry 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes - improve is the better word but good for you for trying to improve yourself with another language. Keep practicing and asking questions.
2007-11-19 00:00:16 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, 'improve' is more appropriate for this sentence.
2007-11-18 23:52:12 · answer #5 · answered by Athena 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think 'upgrade' is a better word.
2007-11-19 00:18:54 · answer #6 · answered by Poch_P 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋