Phrasal Verbs are verbs which are made up of two words: verb + particle (A particle is either an adverb or preposition.) Example: put on Jane is putting on the light. subject + verb + particle + object (This means that Jane is "starting" the light by pressing the button.) It is also possible to have a different order of words as follows: Jane is putting … [Read more...]

In this English lesson, you will learn the definition and how to use the English prepositions FOR and DURING. During Mark went skiing during the winter. "during" tells us WHEN Mark went skiing. In this example, it means "in the winter." We use "during" before nouns and noun phrases. For Mark went skiing for 2 weeks. "for" tells us HOW LONG Mark went skiing. We use … [Read more...]

In this lesson, you will learn how to use the English prepositions FOR and SINCE. I also show you some common mistakes and I correct them. for “for” + period of time "for" defines a period of time in the past, present or future. "for" describes a duration. "for" means “From the start of the period to the end of the period." We use "for" with all … [Read more...]

In this lesson, you will learn 8 English idioms and phrases related to colours. The list contains both British and American idioms, and for each one I give you the definition, meaning and origin as well as some examples of use. Out of the blue When something happens out of the blue, it is unexpected. It is a big surprise. If Mark suddenly quits smoking and nobody was … [Read more...]

In this lesson, you will learn 7 commonly used English idioms and phrases related to the body. For each idiom I give you a full definition, an explanation of the meaning and some examples. All of these idiomatic expressions are common in spoken English. This tutorial will be particulary useful to ESL students looking to expand their vocabaulary. to get cold feet This … [Read more...]