Apr 15
Take a look at the two following sentences. Why do weuse were in the first sentence and was in the second? In the first sentence, “If I were rich”, “were” is used because it’s a hypothetical or unreal condition, which requires the subjunctive mood (used for unreal or imagined situations). In the second sentence, “If …
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Apr 11
When giving advice in English, we often use the modal verbs “should,” “ought to,” and “had better.” Each of these has its nuances and specific contexts where they are more appropriate. Let’s explore how to use them, their differences, and how they work in questions and negative sentences. Using SHOULD “Should” is the most common …
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Apr 10
“Used to” refers to past habits or situations that are no longer true in the present.“Be used to” refers to the state of being familiar or accustomed to something in the present. Used to: “Used to” is a phrase used to describe past habits or situations that were true in the past but are no …
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Apr 09
DURING, UNTIL, SINCE, and FOR Prepositions can sometimes be tricky to use correctly, especially when they refer to time. Let’s explore the nuances of DURING, UNTIL, FOR, and SINCE, along with deeper explanations and examples to make their usage clearer. DURING Definition: Refers to a specific period of time when something happens, or indicates that …
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Mar 28
These characters are not just random symbols; they play a crucial role in writing, coding, and communication. You will learn their names, definitions, and multiple uses with practical examples. Whether you’re writing an email, composing a document, or exploring programming, knowing how to use these symbols correctly will enhance your efficiency and effectiveness.
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Mar 27
In English, when using the present simple tense, verbs often change slightly in the third person singular (when the subject is he, she, or it). These changes depend on the spelling of the verb. Let’s break it down! 1. The Basic Rule: Add “S” For most verbs, simply add S to the base form: Verb …
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Mar 25
You may have heard native English speakers use phrases like woulda, coulda, or shoulda. But what do they mean? These are informal, spoken forms of would have, could have, and should have. These past modal verbs are used to talk about things that didn’t happen, but that we imagine or wish had been different. Let’s …
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Mar 21
Here are 10 reasons why someone should learn English: Summary: Learning English opens doors to global communication, career growth, and educational opportunities. It makes travel easier, provides access to vast knowledge, and allows you to enjoy entertainment in its original form. English is essential in technology, networking, and cultural understanding, while also sharpening cognitive skills. …
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Mar 20
Countable or Uncountable? We use different quantifiers in English depending on whether the noun is countable (things we can count like apples 🍏) or uncountable (things we can’t count like water 💧). Here’s a quick guide to help you out: 🔹 For Countable Nouns: 🔹 For Uncountable Nouns: 🔹 For Both: Remember, countable nouns are …
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Mar 19
Collocations are words that go together naturally in English.Learning collocations is essential for making your English sound fluent and natural! LET’S LOOK AT THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MAKE & DO:Use DO for actions, obligations, and repetitive tasks.Use MAKE for creating or producing something, and for actions you choose to do. DO generally refers to the action …
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