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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Jul 15
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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Jul 08
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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Jul 04
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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Jun 27
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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Jun 26
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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Jun 25
GRAMMAR – How Much vs. How Many
When we want to know the quantity or amount of something, we use HOW MUCH or HOW MANY. Key Differences: Remembering this distinction will help you use “how much” and “how many” correctly in questions and statements based on whether the noun is countable or uncountable. If you have any questions or doubts, please ask …
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Jun 20
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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