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Aug 30
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 …
Aug 29
Grammar – Adverbs
An adverb is a word that modifies or describes a verb, adjective, or other adverb. It provides additional information about how, when, where, or to what extent an action or quality is performed. Several different types of adverbs are used in English:
Aug 26
CONFUSING WORDS – Beside vs. Besides
Beside:“Beside” is a preposition that indicates proximity or location next to something else.It often implies being at the side of or in close proximity to something. Examples:She sat beside her friend during the movie.The cat slept beside the fireplace. Besides:“Besides” is an adverb or a preposition that has several meanings:In addition to or apart from.Moreover …
Aug 25
GRAMMAR – Expletives
Some clauses begin with the introductory words THERE or IT rather than with the subject of the sentence. These introductory words are sometimes called expletives. The expletive THERE shows that someone or something exists, usually at a particular time or place. These sentences generally follow the pattern there + verb to be + subject: There …
GRAMMAR – Has gone to vs. Has been to
The present perfect forms have gone to and have been to are often confused in English. However, there areclear differences between the two forms. The present perfect forms have gone to and have been to are commonly used to refer to movement to another place. Notice the differences in the examples below. Has / Have …
Aug 18
Ways to IMPROVE YOUR ENGLISH
A lot of my students ask me for tips on ways they can improve their English outside the classroom. Here are a few that Ilike to pass along. Listen to songs in English and try to identify and understand the words and the meaning. Watch TV series, movies and the news. Use English subtitles if …
Aug 14
DESPITE vs. IN SPITE OF
Both “in spite of” and “despite” mean that something happens even though there is something that might prevent it. They are used to express a contrast between two ideas. Structure Key Points to Remember Examples with Explanations Practice Exercise Ask your students to rewrite sentences using “in spite of” and “despite”: Visual Aid Create a …
Aug 13
GRAMMAR -ILLICIT vs ELICIT
GRAMMAR -ILLICIT vs ELICIT ILLICIT is an adjective that’s used to talk about things people aren’t supposed to do because they are illegal. EXAMPLES He is credited with taking a number of illegal firearms and illicit drugs off the streets. Silk Road is a dark web bazaar where users could buy and sell drugs and …
Aug 12
GRAMMAR – PHRASAL VERBS with GET
Phrasal verbs with “get” are versatile and widely used in English. They combine with prepositions or adverbs to convey various meanings, making them essential for both casual and formal communication. Here’s a closer look at some common phrasal verbs with “get,” their meanings, and examples to help you understand them better. GET UP Meaning: To …
GRAMMAR – HOW TO AGREE
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 …