Carlo Armonici

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“Used to” vs. “Be used to”

“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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GRAMMAR – Prepositions of Time

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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Grammar Guide: Adding S to the Third Person Singular in Present Simple

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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WHY LEARN ENGLISH?

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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GRAMMAR – The Passive Voice

There are two voices in English (and most other languages), ACTIVE and PASSIVE. ACTIVE: Isabella ate the burrito.In this sentence, the subject, Isabella, performed the action, and the object, the burrito, suffered the action. To express something in the PASSIVE voice, the idea needs to have an OBJECT.Why? Because in the passive voice, the OBJECT …

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CONFUSING WORDS: Speak vs. Talk

SPEAK and TALK are almost synonymous and are generally interchangeable except in fixed expressions. Remember that the verb speak tends to be used in more formal or one-sided situations. Unfortunately, there is no simple or easy rule to follow. But there are a number of fixed expressions for both verbs. Always use SPEAK in these …

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GRAMMAR – PHRASAL VERBS with TAKE

Phrasal verbs are special phrases in English made up of a verb (like “take”) and another word (like “off” or “out”). Together, they create a new meaning that might not be obvious from the individual words. They’re really common in English and are used in all kinds of conversations. Learning phrasal verbs helps you understand …

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GRAMMAR – Modal Verbs

What Are Modal Verbs? Modal verbs are auxiliary (helping) verbs that express possibility, necessity, ability, permission, and other attitudes toward the action of the main verb. Unlike regular verbs, modal verbs do not change form based on the subject (e.g., “I can,” “he can”). They are always followed by the base form of the main …

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Conditionals – The THIRD Conditional

What is the third conditional? The Third Conditional is used to talk about hypothetical or unreal situations in the past and their imagined outcomes. It’s commonly used to express regrets, wishes, or events that didn’t happen. Examples: In each case, the situation is impossible to change because it’s already in the past. Forming the Third …

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Conditionals – The SECOND Conditional

What is the Second Conditional? The Second Conditional is a grammatical structure used to talk about hypothetical, imaginary, or extremely unlikely situations. It allows us to express dreams, wishes, and scenarios that are not based in reality. Structure The Second Conditional follows this structure: Examples: Compare First & Second Conditionals It’s important to distinguish between …

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