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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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VOCABULARY – Nationalities

We all come from a country – and the name of the country is a porper noun.Our nationality it the adjective form of the noun (and because it’s derived from a proper noun should always begin with a capital letter. If you have any questions or doubts, please ask in the comments or send me …

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VOCABULARY – Living Room Furniture

The living room is one of the most important spaces in a home. It’s where families gather, guests are entertained, and relaxation happens. Knowing the vocabulary for common living-room furniture can help you describe your space accurately, whether you’re decorating, moving, or simply talking about your home. This post will introduce you to essential living-room …

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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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CONFUSING WORDS – Accept vs. Except

“Accept” and “except” are two commonly confused words in English due to their similar pronunciation, but they have different meanings and uses. Accept Definition: To receive or agree to something willingly. Part of Speech: Verb Examples: Usage: Use “accept” when talking about agreeing to take something that is offered or recognizing something as true. Except …

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Prepositions of Movement

Prepositions of movement describe the direction or movement of someone or something. They are crucial for providing clarity in communication. Let’s explore some common prepositions of movement and how to use them effectively. This graphic shows some of the more common prepositions of movement. Look below for definitions and examples. 1. Up Definition: Moving from …

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PHRASAL VERBS with “put”

A phrasal verb is a combination of a verb and an adverb or preposition, for example ‘look up’ or ‘look after’, which together have a particular meaning which is different from the verb alone. Here are the definitions and examples for each of the phrasal verbs listed: 1. Put away– Definition: To place something in its appropriate location; to …

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PHRASAL VERBS with “throw”

A phrasal verb is a combination of a verb and an adverb or preposition, for example ‘look up’ or ‘look after’, which together have a particular meaning which is different from the verb alone. Phrasal verbs with “throw” have a range of meanings depending on the preposition or adverb they are paired with. Here are the definitions and examples …

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IDIOM OF THE DAY – “to make ends meet”

Idioms are expressions whose meanings are different from the individual words and therefore aren’t meant to be taken literally. They exist in most languages and are usually the result of usage over a long period of time. If you have any questions or doubts, please ask in the comments or send me a private message. …

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GRAMMAR – Countable and Uncountable Nouns

Countable and uncountable nouns are two categories used to classify nouns based on whether they can be counted or not. Countable Nouns:Countable nouns refer to objects or entities that can be counted as discrete units.They have both singular and plural forms.They can be preceded by numbers (one, two, three, etc.) and quantifying words (a, an, …

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