The verb “to be” is a very important verb in the English language. It is used in many situations. The verb “to be” is irregular. It doesn't have the same form or follow the same grammar rules as regular verbs. In this lesson about the verb "to be", you will learn the following: Present form of the verb "to be" Affirmative Full formContracted formI amI'myou … [Read more...] about The verb “to BE” – English irregular verbs
Parts of speech – English grammar
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
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
