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Still Water vs. Tap Water: Unveiling the Differences
When you pour yourself a glass of water, have you ever wondered about the distinction between "still" vs"tap" water?
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Interesting Facts about English and Tutoring for anyone, in any way
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Jun 29, 20232 min read
Exploring the Singular and Plural Forms of "Man" and "Woman"
"Man" represents the singular form, while "men" is the plural form. "Woman" denotes the singular form, while "women" represents the plural.
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Jun 28, 20232 min read
To vs. Too vs. Two - What is the difference?
“two” is the number 2, “to” is a preposition, and “too” is an adverb that can mean “overtly" or "also"
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Jun 27, 20231 min read
What is the Difference Between Candy and Sweets?
“Candy” in the US means a variety of sugary treats. In the UK, the word “sweets” is used to refer to the same types of treats.
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Jun 27, 20232 min read
How to Use Present Simple?
Present Simple is a verb tense used to describe habitual actions, general truths, or scheduled events.
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Jun 23, 20232 min read
Is the Word "Work" Countable or Uncountable?
n uncountable "work" refers to the general concept of labour. Countable “work” refers to specific tasks, projects, or pieces of employment.
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Jun 22, 20231 min read
What is the Difference Between “They’re”, “There” and “Their”?
"They're" is a short form for "they are", "there" stands for place or location, and "their" is a possessive pronoun.
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Jun 21, 20232 min read
What is Personification and How to Use It?
Personification is a figure of speech in which non-human things or abstract concepts are given human qualities or characteristics.
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Jun 20, 20232 min read
What is the difference between: Than and Then?
"Than" is primarily used as a conjunction for making comparisons. "Then" is an adverb that relates to time, order, or sequence.
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Jun 16, 20232 min read
How Do You Spell It - Grey or Gray?
"Grey" is more commonly used in British English, while "gray" is the preferred spelling in American English.
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Jun 15, 20232 min read
What Are Adjectives and When to Use Them?
Adjectives are words that describe or modify nouns or pronouns. They provide additional information about the qualities and characteristics.
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Jun 13, 20232 min read
The Basic Word Order in an English Sentence
In English, the most common word order is Subject-Verb-Object (SVO).
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Jun 7, 20232 min read
Understanding the Wh-Words in the English Language
'Wh' words play a significant role in forming questions and seeking information.
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Jun 1, 20232 min read
When to Use "How Much?" and When to Use "How Many?"
"How much?" is primarily used with uncountable nouns, such as liquids or masses. "How many" is used with countables, like people, or books.
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May 30, 20232 min read
The Difference Between “What” and “Which”
“What” is often used to ask about general categories or qualities. “Which” implies a limited range of possibilities or options.
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May 26, 20232 min read
What is the Difference Between Similes and Metaphors?
Similes and metaphors are two prominent literary devices, where simile is a direct comparison and metaphor is an implied comparison.
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May 25, 20232 min read
How and When to Use "Lie" and "Lay"?
Whether you're lying down to relax or laying down the truth, understanding the difference is key.
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May 23, 20232 min read
What Is the Difference Between a Pickle and a Gherkin?
The term "pickle" is more commonly used in North America, while "gherkin" is a popular term in the United Kingdom and other parts of Europe.
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May 19, 20232 min read
What are Irregular Nouns? What are the Most Common Irregular Nouns?
Unlike regular nouns, which typically follow predictable patterns for pluralization and possessive forms, irregular nouns have unique forms.
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May 18, 20233 min read
What are Countable and Uncountable Nouns?
An article about the usage of countable and uncountable nouns in the English language.
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