In English grammar, there are 8 different types of words: NounsPronounsAdjectivesVerbsAdverbsConjunctionsPrepositionsInterjections The 8 types are called "parts of speech". Each part of speech has a specific use and function within the language. In this lesson you will learn the use and function of each part of speech: What are nouns? Nouns are words that name:1) … [Read more...] about Parts of speech – English grammar
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Giving examples in English with “SUCH AS”
We use "such as" to give a list of examples of something we say. Example: Mark: What kind of music do you like?Andrew: I like groups such as Radiohead, New order, Placebo and REM. The words after "such as" are the examples of groups that I like. If there are several examples, we separate them with commas. We separate the last example with "and". More … [Read more...] about Giving examples in English with “SUCH AS”
Preposition BY – Meaning and use
“by" is a very common word in English. “by" is usually a preposition but it can also be used as an adverb. In this lesson, you’ll learn 6 common uses of “by” as a preposition. “by” + place When "by" is used as a preposition of place before a place, it means "beside" / "at the side of" / "next to" Example: The house is by a lake. (next to a lake)I live by the … [Read more...] about Preposition BY – Meaning and use
Common English proverbs
What is a proverb? A proverb is a short sentence or expression. A proverb often gives advice or expresses a common life experience.In this lesson, you will learn 9 common English proverbs. Curiousity killed the cat Literal meaning: When cats are too curious, they put themselves in dangerous situations. Use and meaning: It is bad to be too curious about other … [Read more...] about Common English proverbs
REMEMBER + infinitive or ING form (gerund)
In English, the verb "remember" means "to recall" or "to NOT forget" something. However, the exact meaning of "remember" depends on the structure of the sentence. There are 2 structures we can use with "remember": The meaning of "remember" in both of these structures is slightly different. Look at these 2 sentences: Mark remembers to lock the car. Mark remembers … [Read more...] about REMEMBER + infinitive or ING form (gerund)
