What do you think about when you hear the word “tired”? Do you think of physical, mental, or moral fatigue? You can use the word “tired” after a busy day at work or while in ...
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Alternative Ways to Say Goodbye in English
Farewells have very ancient origins and deep meanings. Just think of a farewell like “adieu” where the mention of divinity (it literally means “to God”) suggests its religious origins and its sacred connotation. In fact, ...
Read More »The Present Perfect Progressive Verb Tense in English
The present perfect progressive or present perfect continuous is used in English to indicate actions initiated in the past which have just ended or of which it is not known with certainty if they are ...
Read More »8 expressions to describe your mood in English
When someone asks how you are, how do you reply? If you stop to think a little about this, there are a wide range of human emotions which escape our understanding. Confining them to a ...
Read More »Understanding the Differences Between Until and By
The most common mistakes made by those who are learning English are often related to preposition use. This is due to the fact that people tend to literally translate words and phrases from their own ...
Read More »English Verbs Followed by Infinitives or Gerunds
In general, verbs in English are easier to learn than in other languages. There are, however, two important exceptions. One is, as you may have guessed, phrasal verbs. The other is the verbs followed by ...
Read More »English Vocabulary for Travelling With a Dog
Are you among those who would not risk separating themselves from their four-legged best friends? You are not the only one. Especially in the case of dogs, it has become almost natural to take them ...
Read More »Communication Verbs in English: Talk, Speak, Tell, or Say?
Are you among those who confuse the English verbs to tell, to speak, to talk, and to say? Do not panic! You should know, first of all, that this is one of the most frequent ...
Read More »How to Communicate in a Spa in English
Many choose to take advantage of the holidays to enjoy some moments of pure relaxation in a spa. The word “spa” is derived from the name of a small Belgian town rich in hot springs ...
Read More »How to Write an Email Wishing Someone Happy Holidays in English
During the holiday season, many feel the need to wish happy holidays to their co-workers or clients. This is a beautiful custom, especially in Anglo-Saxon countries, where the Christmas atmosphere invades all spaces. Do you ...
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