Oct 24
Possessive nouns can seem tricky at first, but once you grasp the rules, you’ll find them easy to use. In this post, we’ll explore how to form possessive nouns in different contexts, ensuring that you can confidently show ownership in your writing. 1. Singular Nouns For most singular nouns, showing possession is straightforward. Simply add …
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Oct 24
The Difference Between -ed and -ing Forms In English, many verbs that describe emotions or feelings can be transformed into adjectives by using their present or past participle forms. However, it’s important to note that these two forms convey different meanings. Let’s explore how to use these participial adjectives correctly. Present Participle (-ing Form) The …
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Oct 21
A tag question is a short question added to the end of a statement. They are used to confirm information, seek agreement, or invite a response from the listener. Tag questions are characterized by their structure: they typically consist of an auxiliary verb and a pronoun that matches the subject of the statement. For example: …
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Oct 15
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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Oct 14
Adverbs of frequency describe how often something occurs 100% – always – I always come to work on time.~90% – usually – I usually wake up before 7 am.~80% – normally – I normally have breakfast at home.~80% – generally – I generally walk to work.~70% – often – I often have lunch near my …
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Oct 11
Comparative and superlative adjectives are essential tools in English grammar for comparing and expressing degrees of qualities or characteristics. This post will clarify these concepts with clear definitions, examples, and practical applications. GRAMMAR – Comparatives & Superlatives Comparative Adjectives Definition: Comparative adjectives are used to compare two things or people and indicate which has a …
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Oct 08
In English, we use different forms to express someone’s ability to do something, whether in the present, past, or future. Let’s explore how CAN, COULD, and WILL BE ABLE TO are used to talk about ability. 1. CAN – Ability in the Present We use CAN to show that someone has the ability to do …
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Oct 01
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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Oct 01
GRAMMAR – Telling the Time There are two ways to tell the time in English. The TRADITIONAL British way and the NEWER American way. In the traditional British way, we say the minutes, or portion of an hour (quarter or half), followed by a preposition (past, or to) and then the hour. The US method …
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Sep 29
Collocations are words that go together naturally in English.Learning collocations is essential for making your English sound fluent and natural! LET’S LOOK AT THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MAKE & DO:Use DO for actions, obligations, and repetitive tasks.Use MAKE for creating or producing something, and for actions you choose to do. DO generally refers to the action …
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