Guide to using many, much and a lot
By Di, June 08 2024
Should you say, "There is much rain in Paris"? What about "How many" If you don't know why that's unnatural, then read on.
Grammar
A simple guide to A, AN and THE
By Pamela, April 20 2024
Learn how to use the articles a, an and the with this simple guide.
The simple difference between GET and BECOME
By The English Farm, July 08 2023
Many non-native English speakers make a mistake choosing between get or become, but there is a simple rule you can follow.
Common mistakes: SAY or TALK?
By Di, June 10 2023
"Say" and "Talk" are often confused, but they mean different things, and we use different grammar for each one. If you want to know how to use them correctly every time, check out this blog!
Choose the right word: RENT, BORROW, or LEND
By Di, November 12 2022
Non-native speakers often confuse the words rent and borrow when speaking English. On the surface, these words seem very similar, but actually, they are quite different. Discover the difference in this blog post.
When to use 'FIRST' or 'AT FIRST'?
By Di, August 20 2022
First, let me say that learning the difference between “first” and “at first” is easy. At first, you may think it’s complicated, but after reading this blog, you’ll see just how easy it is.
Know if you are borED or borING
By Di, July 23 2022
What happens if you make a mistake with bored and boring? Both words are adjective forms of the base form bore, but that’s where the similarity ends.
How to use the word STAFF
By Eada, June 18 2022
We use the word STAFF frequently when talking about the people at our work. However, this can be a tricky word to use correctly. Learn how today!
Use TRY correctly
By Di, April 16 2022
Try as a noun or a verb both means to attempt something, but the nuance can change in unexpected ways. Find out how.
Use CHALLENGE correctly
By Di, April 09 2022
A mistake that English language learners often make is to misuse the word “challenge.” As a noun it means a difficult task, but as a verb the meaning is quite different.
10 ways to use the word WOULD
By Di, February 12 2022
"Would" is a modal auxiliary verb that has lots of different uses in English. We'll look at 10 of them in this blog post.
Common mistakes: SAY or TELL?
By Di, February 05 2022
The verbs "say" and "tell" are commonly confused. Just remember that you say something, but you tell someone something.
Introducing chunking: one key to speaking clearly
By The English Farm, January 15 2022
One essential part of speaking well is to break your speech into short chunks—usually a few words— and pausing briefly after each one.
Grammar essentials: Elements of language
By Kevin, May 10 2021
It's very helpful to consider the building blocks of the language. So, let's begin with the basics and build up to the very complex.
Which should you use: GOING TO or WILL?
By Pamela, April 24 2021
We sometimes use going to to speak about the future, and other times we use will. Do you know why?
Don't overcomplicate your English
By The English Farm, April 18 2021
As your English improves, you are able to make longer and longer sentences. But, should you?
When to say ANY and EVERY
By Jin, February 14 2021
At first glance, sentences like, "Anyone can try it" and, "Everyone can try it" seem to mean the same thing. What's the difference?
Worth it or deserve it?
By Pamela, February 06 2021
You’ve probably heard your teachers say, “Keep studying, it will be worth it in the long run!” Or, “Congratulations, you deserve it!” But what do these expressions really mean, and how can you use them in your own life?
Cool, eh? Show culture with question tags
By The English Farm, January 16 2021
A question tag turns a simple word, phrase or sentence into a question. Simple, right?
While some question tags are universal, other tags are specific to cultures around the world.
"Sorry to" is not an apology
By The English Farm, January 09 2021
There is a good chance you've said or heard someone say, "Sorry to be late!" But that's a mistake. Using sorry to + verb is not for an apology. It's used to express sympathy for an action you will do or are doing.