In a post published April 26, 2015, I recommended A guide to understanding persuasive language, provided by the University of New South Wales, Australia. This guide provided excellent advice on developing writing and speaking skills. Unfortunately, this link is no longer available, but don’t despair! I have found a well-written, concise guide on Literary Techniques by the BBC […]
How often do you use the word “Very” to add emphasis to an ordinary word? How about trying out some dynamic new words? (Don’t you think that “dynamic” is preferable to “better”?) Once again, GrammarCheck.net have created an easy-to-use, helpful Infographic to boost your English. Keep in mind that the recommended words are not the only […]
via 147 Words to Use instead of “Very” — Mary’s English Blog
The Queen, her Mother and Grandmother.
(Photo credit: https://bit.ly/2PXbL9h) In the past our world was literally the connection we had with our family and friends. Anything outside of that world was big and scary. It was only the brave who ventured beyond that comfort zone, and it was only those brave ones who moved the world forward. Needless to say the […]
Do you think that Reflexive Pronouns are confusing? If so, read on. The good news is that they are limited in number and limited in use. We only use Reflexive Pronouns to reflect back on someone or something, just like a mirror. Look at the monkey in the picture. 1. The monkey is looking at itself. […]
via Reflexive Pronouns ∼ Easier than You Think! — Mary’s English Blog
Originally posted on The FUTURE of Learning: (Photo credit: http://bit.ly/2zOkRwy) This topic does keep coming up again and again, but I think it needs to be defined more clearly this time, and to be aware of some possible fall out too. The concept of ‘going hard’ in English is really just like the picture above.…
via Take advantage and go HARD in English – but be careful of the BURNOUT — The FUTURE of Learning
Do you think that Reflexive Pronouns are confusing? If so, read on. The good news is that they are limited in number and limited in use. We only use Reflexive Pronouns to reflect back on someone or something, just like a mirror. Look at the monkey in the picture. 1. The monkey is looking at itself. […]
via Reflexive Pronouns ∼ Easier than You Think! — Mary’s English Blog
Back by popular demand is a lesson I did four years ago. Follow my instructions, practise regularly, and your pronunciation will improve. The practice is necessary as you are training your mouth to make new, different movements. It is physical practice like learning to surf or drive a car. The students who were in my class (from Asia, […]
via English Pronunciation: 20 VOWEL-SOUNDS IN 20 Minutes — Mary’s English Blog
(Photo credit: https://bit.ly/2J4DRes) Say bye bye to the tellie my friends, as very soon it will be just as out of date as the old wireless radio your grandma had in her living room. The way we digest information now is much more active compared to the passive approach of the television. Active learning compared […]
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