May 30
Understanding Compound Adjectives in English Compound adjectives are a fascinating aspect of English grammar that allow us to express detailed ideas about nouns in a concise and efficient way. As the name suggests, a compound adjective is made up of two or more words that work together as a single unit to describe a noun. …
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May 29
Both A and AN are indefinite articles in English, and they mean exactly the same thing. They are used before singular, countable nouns when you are not referring to a specific item. However, the choice between A and AN depends entirely on the sound of the word that follows—not necessarily the first letter of that …
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May 28
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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May 26
Modal verbs play a crucial role in shaping the meaning and tone of our language. Among these, “would” stands out as a versatile tool with a myriad of uses and implications. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the depths of “would”, exploring its various meanings, functions, and usage in everyday language. Understanding “Would”: At …
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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 14
One of the most common mistakes English learners (and even native speakers!) make is using “I” and “me” incorrectly. While they both refer to the same person — the speaker — they are used in different parts of a sentence. In this post, we’ll explain the difference and give you lots of examples so you …
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