What is a preposition? A preposition is a small word before a noun or pronoun. Examples:inonataftertowith Example sentence:I am going to London in July. Prepositions show the relationship between a noun or pronoun with other words in a sentence. What is a preposition of time? A preposition of time indicates WHEN something happens. In this lesson, you will … [Read more...] about Prepositions of time IN, ON and AT
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How to make polite requests in English
A request is when we ask someone for something. Since we are asking someone for help, it is important to be polite.We must avoid being too direct. Here are examples of being too direct:"I want help.""Pass me the salt.""Can you carry my bag?" These questions are all correct English but they are too direct. These are not polite requests. They are in fact quite rude. … [Read more...] about How to make polite requests in English
English expressions and phrasal verbs with BACK
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: 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 the neck and ends at the bottom."back" is a noun for this use. Examples:If you lift … [Read more...] about English expressions and phrasal verbs with BACK
Reciprocal pronouns “each other” and “one another”
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 another” is … [Read more...] about Reciprocal pronouns “each other” and “one another”
English idoms and expressions with GIVE
The verb "give" is irregular in English. Past form: gavePast 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 trying to … [Read more...] about English idoms and expressions with GIVE