Automated Lexical Coverage for Language Learning: From General to Specialized Word Lists

ArXi:2512.15552v2 Announce Type: replace A General Service List (GSL) is a commonly used resource for language learners to identify important English words. Traditional GSL creation is resource-intensive, relying on linguistic expertise and subjective input. We created our own GSL and evaluated its performance against the New General Service List (NGSL). We found that creating a Specialized Word List (SWL), tailored to a specific text, is a practical method for language learners.