Using compound verbs in English
“We sunbathe a lot on vacation.” While lounging on a beach during vacation, you might…
Using compound nouns in English
“Sunrise” = “sun” + “rise” Have you ever wondered how a single word like “sunrise”…
Who vs. Whom: What’s the difference?
“Who is that?” The difference between “who” and “whom” lies in their grammatical function within…
Neither and either: what’s the difference?
“Neither the sun nor the moon had shone in the sky yesterday.” The words “either”…
Using “used to” in English
“I’m used to waking up at six in the morning.” The phrase “used to” has…
Direct speech, indirect speech, and reported speech: What they are and how they’re used
Mike said, “The sky is like a painting.” Direct speech Direct speech is raw and…
The plurals of fish: Fish or fishes
The difference between “fish” and “fishes” comes down to how you’re referring to the aquatic…
Interjections in English: What they are and what they do
“Wow! So, beautiful!” Interjections are words or short phrases that express strong emotions or sudden…
Asking for and giving directions in English
“Turn left on Market Street.” Asking for and giving directions in English is a crucial…
What is subject/verb agreement?
“The dogs eats food.” ❌ “The dogs eat food.” ✅ Subject/verb agreement is a fundamental…
