As you know, adjectives are words that define the quality of nouns. Adjectives usually come before the noun although there are some exceptions to this standard rule. But when you have to use to more than one adjective, you should follow the right order for the sentence to make perfect sense. In this guide, I will share with you some easy-to-remember rules that will help … [Read more...]
How to Use Adverbs – A Handy Guide
Adverbs are words that modify the meaning of a verb or an adjective. Here are some examples: He spoke loudly. (Adverbs of manner) Please, come here! (Adverbs of place) I’ll see you tomorrow. (Adverbs of time) You should practice it twice. (Adverbs of frequency) In the examples of above, the words that modify the meaning of the verb are adverbs. Loudly … [Read more...]
Are You Making These Common Adjective Mistakes?
While you can get away with these common adjective mistakes in a colloquial setting, they can cost you a lot in professional environment, especially in job interviews. Common Adjective Mistake #1: I’m not interesting in the movie. Correction: I’m not interested in the movie. Explanation: Many adjectives are formed by adding prefixes such as “-ing” or “-ed” to a verb. … [Read more...]
Can’t Have Been vs. Couldn’t Have Been: How to Use Them Correctly
When it comes to modal verbs -- the verbs that express necessity or possibility -- many learners find them rather confusing. I’ve written a couple of posts on the correct usage of modal verbs before. In this guide, I’d like to share with you tips on how to use Can’t Have (Been) and Couldn’t Have (Been) correctly. So, let’s get started. Can’t Have (Been) This is used for … [Read more...]
When Do I Use “I” Instead of “Me?”
One of the most basic yet confusing rules of English grammar is the choice between “me” and “I”. It’s one of those things that baffle many native English speakers let alone non-native English speakers. So when someone asks you on the phone, “Is that you?”, how would you answer? Well, to understand this better, let’s dive into the dynamics English grammar. There are … [Read more...]
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