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Exploring Linking Verbs: A Guide for A2 Level ESOL Students
Linking verbs are essential in English as they connect the subject of a sentence to information about that subject. Common linking verbs include "seems," "looks," "sounds," "feels," "smells," and "tastes." These verbs describe a state, condition, or sensory perception. Let's explore the usage of these linking verbs with examples and exercises. "Seems" - Gives an impression or opinion. Example: He seems tired. "Looks" - Describes the appearance of someone or something. Example

Dave
Apr 12, 20231 min read
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Mastering Adjective Order: A Guide for pre-intermediate and intermediate students
When using more than one adjective before a noun, it's essential to follow a specific order to make your sentences sound natural and clear. Here's a simple guide to help you understand the correct order of adjectives. The general order of adjectives is: Quantity or number (e.g., two, several, many) Opinion or quality (e.g., beautiful, delicious, interesting) Size (e.g., small, tall, large) Shape (e.g., round, square, flat) Age (e.g., old, young, ancient) Color (e.g., blue, gr

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Apr 12, 20231 min read
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Present Tense Tango: Unraveling the Intricacies of English and Italian Present Tenses
Introduction and Explanation: In this guide, we will explore the similarities and differences between the English Present Simple and Present Continuous tenses and their Italian counterparts, the 'Presente' and 'Gerundio.' Italian speakers often assume that the English Present Simple corresponds directly to the Italian 'Presente,' but the two tenses have different usages. Understanding these differences will help Italian learners use these tenses more effectively in English. E

Dave
Apr 1, 20232 min read
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The Power of Intonation: Understanding Accents in English
For non-native speakers of English, understanding the diverse range of accents in the English-speaking world can be a challenge. Many foreigners are puzzled as to why native English speakers struggle to understand their accents, even when they speak slowly and enunciate their words carefully. In this article, we'll explore the importance of intonation in English and how it can affect our ability to understand accents. First, let's define what intonation is. In English, intona

Dave
Mar 31, 20234 min read
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Journey Through the Past: Navigating English and Italian Past Tenses
In this guide, we will explore the similarities and differences between the English Past Simple and Past Continuous tenses and their Italian counterparts: 'Imperfetto,' 'Passato Prossimo,' and 'Passato Remoto.' Understanding these differences will help Italian learners use English tenses more effectively and avoid confusion. English Past Simple vs. Italian 'Imperfetto,' 'Passato Prossimo,' 'Passato Remoto' e 'Gerundio Passato': The English Past Simple tense can sometimes subs

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Mar 30, 20232 min read
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