Mar 08
Both … andTwo things togetherMom is going to the cinema. Dad is going to the cinema.Both Mom and Dad are going to the cinema.They bought potatoes. They bought meat.They bought both potatoes and meat.There are two shirts. You can have both this one and that one.. Either … orOne of two thingsMom and Dad have …
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Mar 07
As an English learner, you’ve probably come across some and any and wondered why we use one instead of the other. These two words have very similar meanings—they both refer to an unspecified amount or number—but their usage depends on the context. Let’s explore the differences with simple rules, examples, and tips. Key Differences Between …
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Mar 06
These three words are often confused. So, here’s an explanation of the differences between “sometime,” “sometimes,” and “some time”: 1. Sometime: 2. Sometimes: 3. Some time: Usage Tips: Examples: Understanding these differences will help you use these words correctly in various contexts. Practice using them in sentences with the QUIZ below!
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Mar 06
VOCABULARY – Irregular Plural Nouns Most nouns in English are made plural by adding an ‘s’ to the singular form. But there are some exceptions. Here are a few of the more common ones. REMEMBER: Always use the plural verb form with plural noun subjects. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT IRREGULAR PLURAL NOUNS, CLICK HERE.
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Mar 05
A clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb. Clauses are essential building blocks of sentences, and understanding them can help you improve your writing and speaking skills. Types of Clauses Clauses can be divided into two main types: What is an Independent Clause? An independent clause expresses a complete …
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Feb 21
An Interrogative Pronoun (question word) is a word we use in an information question (as opposed to a yes/no questions). The most common question words in English are: WHO is only used when referring to people, when we want to know the person. WHERE is used when asking about a place or location, when we want to know the …
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Feb 20
VOCABULARY – Informal (spoken) Contractions In English, as in most other languages, there are ways to shorten groups of words that commonly go together. We don’t do this in writing, just when we speak. They are called informal or spoken, contractions. ain’t – am not/is not/are not – I ain’t gonna lie. cos – because …
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Feb 19
Good is an adjective and must modify a noun. Well is usually an adverb. Well is occasionally used as an adjective but only when referring to someone’s health. “Good” as an Adjective: “Well” as an Adverb: “Well” as an Adjective (Health): Here are some common mistakes to avoid when using “good” and “well”: These points …
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Feb 13
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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Feb 13
MAYBE vs MAY BE Even though the two words contain the same letters, the space between those letters makes a difference because maybe is an adverb while may be is a verb. As such, their definitions are different and one can never be used in the place of the other. Look: MAY BE (Verb Phrase) …
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