The word "back" is used a lot in English. It can be used alone as a noun, adverb or even a verb in many phrasal verbs. In this lesson, you will learn: The usual "normal" meanings of "back" 8 expressions and phrasal verbs with “back”   Common meanings of "back" Part of the body "back" is a part of the body. It is the opposite of the front. It starts at … [Read more...]

Here is an example situation: Mark and Jane are married. Mark loves Jane. Jane loves Mark. We can say: "Mark and Jane love each other." “each other” is a reciprocal pronoun. We use "each other" to show that each person in a group of people does something to the others. Each person receives the benefits of the action. We can also use "one another". “one … [Read more...]

The verb "give" is irregular in English. Past form: gave Past participle: given Here are 5 expressions / idioms with the verb GIVE. For each expression, I give you the meaning and example sentences:   to give up This is a phrasal verb. It means to quit something. We usually use this expression to describe quitting or stopping a bad habit. Examples: I am … [Read more...]

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: The present form (affirmative, negative and question form) The past form (affirmative, … [Read more...]

In English grammar, there are 8 different types of words: Nouns Pronouns Adjectives Verbs Adverbs Conjunctions Prepositions Interjections 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 … [Read more...]