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Why learning this one English tense will make you sound like a pro

By: Stephanie Schottel on December 4, 2023

What is typically one of the first tenses taught in English classes but one of the last to be fully and correctly integrated into speaking and writing? It’s the often misunderstood (and sometimes dreaded) present perfect tense. From the perspective of an ESL teacher who speaks English as her native language, the correct use of […]

The 7 Verb Tenses You Need For Your Business Emails

By: Paola Pascual on May 11, 2022

We know what it’s like to write emails in English when you’re not a native-English speaker. It takes time. There are many aspects to take into account. It’s not only about knowing different email phrases, greetings, and sign-offs. It’s also about tone, spelling, and grammar. In this article, we will touch on an important grammar […]

How To Better Use IN, ON, AT – Useful Prepositions Of Time

By: Paola Pascual on July 27, 2021

Does thinking about when to use IN, ON, AT, and all the other prepositions of time give you a headache? Then you’re in the right place! In this article, you will learn how to use them properly, from the basics to more advanced cases. Quick reminder! Becoming an effective communicator is not only about having […]

What’s the difference between TO and FOR? Finally explained!

By: Paola Pascual on June 15, 2021

Have you ever wondered whether you should use to or for? If that’s the case, then this article is for you. From the most beginner’s concepts to more advanced explanations and examples. Remember you can also download it in PDF.

What Americans Really Mean When They Say Things Like “How Are You?”

By: Neya Abdi on January 18, 2021

You can have all the dictionaries, phrasebooks, and apps in the world and still have no clue what someone really means. Once you’ve mastered English grammar and vocabulary, the new challenge is understanding the coded meanings behind English expressions. Oftentimes, the meaning of certain expressions will change based on the context, tone, and culture. […]

Big VS Large – Are They The Same? (Includes Exercises!)

By: Paola Pascual on June 18, 2019

Are big and large the same? The answer is – more or less, and only sometimes. I know, I know, that didn’t solve much. But in this post, we will look at how ‘big’ and ‘large’ are similar in some ways, and different in others. At the end you will find an activity with solutions to […]

How To Learn The Difference Between ‘Really’ And ‘Very’?

By: Paola Pascual on March 21, 2019

“What is the difference between really and very?” “Can I use really and very anytime I want?” “How can I remember when to use each?”

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