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May vs. Might: Understanding the Difference

In English, both may and might are modal verbs used to indicate possibility. However, they aren’t interchangeable in all situations. Knowing when to use each one can improve the accuracy and clarity of your communication. May: A Stronger Possibility May is often used when something is more likely to happen. When we say something may …

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The Present Perfect vs. The Simple Past

When learning English, one of the most challenging aspects for students is understanding the difference between the Present Perfect and the Simple Past. Both tenses refer to actions in the past, but they are used in very different ways depending on the context. Let’s break down these differences. Present Perfect: Unfinished Actions The Present Perfect …

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The Causative Form

The causative form is a grammatical structure used when one person causes another person to do something. It’s a common form in English and is often used to indicate that someone has arranged for an action to be done by someone else. Structure of the Causative Form There are two main ways to form the …

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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 – Family Members

Now with PRONUNCIATION GUIDE   Here are a couple of confusing definitions explained: How many of the above do you have in your family?

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GRAMMAR – Adjectives & Prepositions

Some adjectives need a preposition before their object. There doesn’t seem to be a logical rule, I’m afraid! We just need to learn them.  

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VOCABULARY – Internet Abbreviations (with definitions)

Common Internet Abbreviations in Everyday Use With the rise of online communication, abbreviations have become a fast and convenient way to convey messages. Here are some common internet abbreviations you might come across: How Abbreviations Change the Way We Communicate Internet abbreviations not only save time but also add a casual tone to conversations. They …

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VOCABULARY – Fast Food

Popular Fast Food Dishes In addition to burgers and fries, fast food offers a variety of dishes depending on where you are in the world. Some popular fast food items include: Fast Food Vocabulary in Context Here are some common phrases you might hear when ordering fast food: Healthier Fast Food Options Fast food doesn’t …

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Countable vs. Uncountable Quantifiers

Countable or Uncountable? We use different quantifiers in English depending on whether the noun is countable (things we can count like apples 🍏) or uncountable (things we can’t count like water 💧). Here’s a quick guide to help you out: 🔹 For Countable Nouns: 🔹 For Uncountable Nouns: 🔹 For Both: Remember, countable nouns are …

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GRAMMAR – PREPOSITIONAL PHRASES

Here are some common prepositional phrases, also known as Collocations with prepositions. Prepositional Phrases for Time: Prepositional Phrases for Location or Movement: Prepositional Phrases for Cause or Reason: Prepositional Phrases for State or Condition: Prepositional Phrases for Manner or Degree: PREPOSITIONS with expressions INIn the afternoonIn MarchIn 2024In winterIn 20 minutesIn the endIn a minuteIn …

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