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13 May 2022

English Plural Nouns: Examples and Rules

The English language is famous for not always making sense, and nowhere is this more evident than when it comes to plural nouns. Why does ‘hero’ become ‘heroes’ but ‘piano’ doesn’t become ‘pianoes’? It can be mind-boggling for those learning the language, which is why we’ve created a comprehensive guide on how to pluralize nouns, and the rules (or lack of) surrounding them....

6 min read

25 August 2022

10 frequently misspelled English words

The English language is known for having some confusing spelling rules – which is why there are some words that we always seem to misspell! If you don’t want to rely on spellcheck for the rest of your life, memorize these frequently misspelled words and follow our tips on how to avoid misspelling them in the future. ...

11 min read

19 May 2022

OMG! Popular English abbreviations and acronyms

In this modern world, we’re always looking for shortcuts to make our lives easier, whether it’s finding the shortest travel route or buying fast food for dinner – and the English language is no exception. Enter abbreviations!...

4 min read

17 December 2020

Summer Idioms

What do you normally do in the summer? Whether you are looking to explore warm sandy beaches or take a trip to an exciting cosmopolitan city, this is the perfect opportunity to spend a bit of time learning a new skill like English. ...

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10 November 2020

Your vs You're | Grammar differences

Do you ever confuse your and you're? It is a very easy grammar mistake to make. What makes matters worse is that they sound the same. The internet is full of examples of people mixing up the two words. Don't be that person!...

4 min read

24 November 2020

18 English Idioms With Body Parts

Both American and British English use idioms that use parts of the body to explain ideas. Often these phrases don’t have anything to do with the body, but the idioms express these thoughts easily. Read our idiom compilation to enrich our English vocabulary about part of the body! ...

14 New Zealand (Kiwi) Slang Terms You Need to Know

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19 July 2013

14 New Zealand (Kiwi) Slang Terms You Need to Know

If you plan to visit or study in New Zealand, you may want to brush up on a few words and phrases commonly used in New Zealand. Slang in New Zealand is similar to Australian slang, though it’s not exactly the same. We’ve put a list of 14 slang words and phrases that Kiwis use to help you make it out of the airport. Some of these you might recognize, but others you will have never heard before....

What is a 'mosh pit'? Word of the Week

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11 June 2012

What is a 'mosh pit'? Word of the Week

A classic mosh pit is a group of fans right in the front of the crowd at a music concert who jump around, bash into each other, run around in a big circle, and sometimes throw punches and kicks, without worrying where they land. But where does the phrase come from? Read on to find out more!...

Active vs Passive Voice | Grammar Differences

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16 August 2011

Active vs Passive Voice | Grammar Differences

Can you identify the difference between these two sentences? “The Queen welcomed the ambassador at Buckingham Palace.” “The ambassador was welcomed by the Queen at Buckingham Palace.”...

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