Nov 18
Use of Another and Otheranother + singular noun (Have another sandwich.) another (Thanks. I’ll have another.) other + plural noun (I wonder if there is life on other planets.) determiner + other + noun (There may be life on some other planets.) determiner + other (“I have one book.” “I have the other.”) Another means …
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Nov 14
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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Nov 13
A conjunction is a part of speech that joins two words, phrases, or clauses (both dependent and independent) together. There are three different kinds of conjunctions — coordinating, correlative, and subordinating — each serving a different purpose, but all working to bring words together.Let’s see how they work… Coordinating conjunctions are used to join equal …
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Nov 12
The English language often offers several words to convey similar meanings, each with subtle distinctions that can add depth to our communication. Words like below, beneath, underneath, and under all suggest a lower position, but each carries its unique nuance. In this post, we’ll explore these differences with clear definitions, examples, and usage tips. 1. …
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Nov 07
When you’re learning English, understanding the structure of sentences is essential. One important part of many sentences is a noun phrase. In this post, we’ll break down what noun phrases are, how they’re used, and give you some examples to help you recognize and create your own. What Is a Noun Phrase? A noun phrase …
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Nov 04
Mastering English grammar helps you communicate clearly and naturally. Here’s a guide to some fundamental rules, complete with examples and exceptions to be aware of. 1. Indefinite Articles (A/An) 2. Countable and Uncountable Nouns with Quantifiers 3. Possessive Form with Apostrophes 4. Active vs. Passive Voice 5. Contractions: ‘He’d’, ‘They’d’, and More 6. Proper Nouns …
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Agreeing in English can be simple and natural once you know the key structures. Whether the statement is positive or negative, these phrases will help you respond appropriately. Agreeing with Positive Statements Agreeing with Negative Statements A: I haven’t read that book.B: I haven’t either. Using “Neither + auxiliary verb + subject”: A: I didn’t …
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Nov 01
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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Oct 31
This question was sent to me by an Instagram follower as a DM asking to explain different uses of the word AGAINST. Uses of “Against” This format includes clear definitions and two relevant examples for each use of “against.”
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Oct 30
Understanding Mixed Conditionals Mixed Conditionals are a combination of two different types of conditionals, typically mixing the second and third conditionals. They are used to express situations where the time in the “if” clause is different from the time in the main clause. This allows for a more nuanced expression of hypothetical situations that may …
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