May 23
Hey everyone! Today, let’s clear up the confusion between two commonly mixed-up words: lose and loose. LOSE (verb) /lu:z/ LOOSE (adjective) /lu:s/ Quick Tip:
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May 19
Infinitives are the base form of a verb, usually preceded by “to” (e.g., to learn, to explore, to be). They’re incredibly versatile and are used in many ways to express purpose, intention, emotion, and more. In this guide, we’ll break down the main uses of infinitives in English grammar, with examples that will make it …
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May 16
The preposition “off” has many different uses in English, depending on the context. Here’s a breakdown of its main uses: 1. Separation or Removal 2. Starting Point (in Time or Space) 3. Away from Work or Duty 4. Deactivation or Disconnection 5. Distance or Separation 6. Reduced or Discounted 7. Cancellation or Suspension 8. Condition …
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May 15
Turn Adjectives & Nouns into Verbs! Did you know you can add -EN to some adjectives and nouns to create verbs? This is a powerful and useful suffix in English. It often means “to make” or “to become” something. In this post, we’ll look at how this suffix works and give you plenty of examples …
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May 15
English learners often get confused between “its” and “it’s” — and even native speakers make mistakes with these two! But don’t worry. Once you understand the difference, it’s easy to get it right every time. 🔤 Quick Explanation 🔎 When to Use “It’s” It’s is a contraction (short form) of: 📌 Examples with “it is”: …
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May 13
Adjectives are words used to describe a person, place, or thing, for example, The tall man in the red shirt is a friend of mine. We drove along a quiet road until reaching a small town. I’m reading an interesting book. Prepositions are words used to connect two ideas or to demonstrate the relationship between …
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May 12
We place our bodies in different positions depending on what we are doing. Do you know the names of the different positions? One of my INSTAGRAM followers asked to use each one in a sentence, so here you go: Can you think of any other positions? If you have any questions or doubts, please ask …
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May 04
English can be tricky, especially when it comes to words that sound the same but have different meanings and uses. A common source of confusion is the difference between “lie,” “lie,” and “lay.” These three words are often mixed up, but understanding their meanings and how they are used can help you use them correctly. …
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Apr 28
Out of the blue – randomly, without warning, surprisinglyExample: “That storm came out of the blue and I didn’t have an umbrella!” Green with envy– to be very jealous, enviousExample: “Katie was green with envy when she saw you got a new car for your birthday.” Gray area – something that is unclear, undefinedExample: The …
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Apr 26
The preposition “at” is used in many common expressions in English, each with unique meanings. Below, you’ll find clear explanations and examples to help you understand and use these expressions confidently. Let’s explore! 1. At First = In the beginning This expression describes the initial phase of something, often followed by a change. Examples: 2. …
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