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Let’s Talk About “Let”

Let’s Talk About “Let”

A phrasal verb is a phrase that consists of a verb or some other element, particle or an adverb, or both.

The Differences Between “How are You Doing?” and “How are You?”

The Differences Between “How are You Doing?” and “How are You?”

The two phrases typically sound the same. But do you know that there’s a significant difference between “how are you?” and “how are you doing?”

How to Use Former vs. Latter

How to Use Former vs. Latter

The good news for those who learn English is that these words do usually come in a pair. If you use one, the cases in which you would not then use the other are rare to nonexistent.

Minimal Pairs. How to Master Them?

Minimal Pairs. How to Master Them?

The English language is full of words that just look alike. There are small differences between them in only one sound, and they usually go together, as a couple, so we call them — minimal pairs.

Nerve-Wracking or Nerve-Racking — Which Spelling is Correct?

Nerve-Wracking or Nerve-Racking — Which Spelling is Correct?

Nerve-wracking and nerve-racking are two very similar-looking words. But are there any differences between them both?

How to Decide Whether to Use “Is” or “Are”

How to Decide Whether to Use “Is” or “Are”

Applying the verb to different subjects and objects might cause confusion, especially when referring to a plurality. Here is a guide to help you determine whether to use are or is.

Perfect Pronunciation! Yes or No?

Perfect Pronunciation! Yes or No?

Over the past years that I have been working as an online teacher with students around the world, I have often been asked one question: “You speak like an American. Your accent is great. How did you do that?”

To Whom It May Concern: When to Use It and When to Avoid It

To Whom It May Concern: When to Use It and When to Avoid It

When you use the phrase “To Whom It May Concern” it can make you sound ancient and offensive. It’s an outdated salutation that sounds out of place in this century.