Category: GRAMMAR

PRONUNCIATION – the ED sound

PRONUNCIATION – the ED sound There are three different ways to pronounce the ‘ED’ ending of regular verbs in the simple past tense: / t/ , / d / or / id /. The pronunciation depends on the sound at the end of the infinitive of the main verb and whether it is voiced or …

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VOCABULARY – Expressions of Time

Do you know how to use phrases like “in the morning,” “next week,” or “a long time ago”? Expressions of time help you give more details when you’re talking about when things happen. Days/Weeks/Months/Years: Use on for days (“on Monday”), in for months/years (“in July”, “in 2022”), and at for specific times (“at 5 o’clock”). …

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TOO vs. ENOUGH

TOO: ENOUGH: Quick Tip: Here are examples for each of the patterns: TOO + Adjective TOO + Adverb TOO MANY + Noun (Countable) TOO MUCH + Noun (Uncountable) Adverb + ENOUGH Adjective + ENOUGH ENOUGH + Noun These examples should clarify how to use “too” and “enough” in different contexts!

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The Difference Between “Me” and “I”

“I” is a subject pronoun. It refers to the person performing the action of the verb. “Me” is an object pronoun. It refers to the person receiving the action of the verb. Remember: When talking about yourself and another person, always put the other person first. The Difference Between “You and Me” vs. “You and …

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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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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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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 – 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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Possessive Adjectives vs. Possessive Pronouns

It’s easy to confuse these two sets of words because they are very similar but perform different functions. Possessive Adjectives Definition: Possessive adjectives are words that modify nouns to show possession or ownership. List of Possessive Adjectives: Examples: Usage: Possessive Pronouns Definition: Possessive pronouns are words that replace nouns to indicate ownership or possession directly. …

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