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  • What are some difficulties that you face when learning English?
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    It could be understanding the meaning of the words.

  • What kind of activities do you enjoy or dislike in class?
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    I enjoy interactive session with my students. Conversation lessons for adults as icebreakers and video lessons for kids to catch their attention.

  • What's the best method to learn a language? What are your thoughts on communicative method?
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    The best way to learn any new language, is by the communication with native citizens or people who can speak the language fluently and have the proficiency to teach you the language from various aspects.

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  • What Comes In Your Mind When You Hear The Word English?
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    A universal language.

  • When preparing for IELTS,

    What skills do you think can be enhanced on one's own, and which need to have a tutor?


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    Speaking and reading by your own and listening and writing by tutor

  • Did you know it is incorrect to say funny enough ?

    Let’s look at the two words Funny and then enough. Enough is an adverb and Funny is an adjective.Adjective describe nouns only but adverbs can describe other adverbs, adjectives and also verbs at the same time so you cannot say ‘funny enough’ because funny is an adjective and cannot qualify or modify enough. With this explanation what do you think is the best way to put ?


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    The phrase " funny enough "is actually grammatically correct. It's commonly used in casual speech and writing. It's an Idiomatic expression that means something unexpected or surprising. While the phrase might not follow strict grammatical rules, it has become an accepted way of expressing surprise or irony in formal language. Language is not always strictly governed by formal grammar rules, it also incorporates colloquialisms, idioms and commonly used phrases." funny enough" is part of the living language that has gained recognition and meaning through usage.

  • When to use go off one's rocker?
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    The phrase "go off one's rocker" is an informal idiom that means to become crazy or mentally unsound; to become extremely foolish or foolhardy. It is usually used in a negative or sarcastic way to criticize someone's behavior or actions. For example: He must have gone off his rocker when he decided to quit his job and travel the world. You're going off your rocker if you think I'm going to lend you any more money. She's not going off her rocker, she's just having a bad day. The origin of this phrase is not very...

  • How is different between that and which
  • Looking at my profile, what would you advice me to improve on?

    I appreciate the advice. Please be nice.


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    Hey there colleague ,nice to meet you! I'm glad your seeking to enhance your profile. Considering the fast paced- nature of reviewing profiles, here's a suggestion: condensing your profile a bit could make it easier for students to get a quick but comprehensive overview. This way, they can absorb the key points without feeling overwhelmed. Feel free to highlight your standout experiences and strengths and keep it concise. It's all about making a strong first impression while saving time. I'm here to help you if you need any assistance with the process. Good Luck dear teacher ! I will recommend you to young students !

  • How long did wait before you got your first student?
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    Surprisingly only about a week or two but none now. It will happen for you.