Carlo Armonici

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GRAMMAR – COMMON CONTRACTIONS

GRAMMAR – COMMON CONTRACTIONS We use contractions (I’m, we’re) in everyday speech and informal writing. Contractions, which are sometimes called ‘short forms’, commonly combine a pronoun or noun and a verb, or a verb and not, in a shorter form. Contractions are usually not appropriate in formal writing. We make contractions with auxiliary verbs, and …

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Understanding the Correct Placement of “Only”

Using “only” correctly can make a big difference in the meaning of a sentence. It’s a small word with a powerful impact! Let’s dive into how to place “only” correctly to convey the exact meaning you want. Understanding the Role of “Only”: “Only” is a versatile word that can modify different parts of a sentence. …

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Using Present Tenses to Talk About the Future

Did you know we can use the simple present and the present continuous tenses to talk about the future? Let’s dive into how we do this! Simple Present for Future Events When to use:We use the simple present to talk about scheduled events in the near future. These are usually events based on a timetable …

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Confusing Words: Lose vs. Loose

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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GRAMMAR – Prepositions + GERUND

Understanding the correct use of prepositions with gerunds is crucial for mastering English grammar. This guide will help you navigate the common combinations, such as “interested in learning” and “good at cooking,” providing clear examples and practical exercises. Learning these patterns can enhance your writing and speaking skills, making your English more fluent and natural. …

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Confusing Words: Work vs. Job

WORK: JOB: Comparing Them: Example to Illustrate: More Examples: If you have any questions or doubts, please ask in the comments or send me a private message. Follow me on Instagram: @englishyourwaybror look for the hashtag #LearnEnglishWithCarlo

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VOCABULARY – Body Positions

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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GRAMMAR – Verbs + Prepositions

Verbs & Prepositions Some verbs are usually followed by prepositions before the object of the verb. These are called dependent prepositions and they are followed by a noun or a gerund (‘ing’ form). For is the dependent preposition for ‘wait’ We can use other prepositions with ‘wait’ – e.g. He waited at the bus stop – but ‘for’ …

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VOCABULARY – Informal (spoken) Contractions

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. Here are some examples: I’ve got to go soon – I’ve gotta go soon. …

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VOCABULARY – Units for counting UNCOUNTABLE nouns

Some nouns are UNCOUNTABLE. That means that they don’t have a plural form and cannot be used with an indefinite article. The most common uncountable nouns are liquids, but there are others too.So, how do we quantify an uncountable noun? We give it a unit! *NOTE:  There are time when you can order something in …

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