English learners are often confused about when to use SO DO I and when to use ME TOO. Do you know the difference between SO DO I and ME TOO, and when to use them? Read on! SO DO I vs. ME TOO Both SO DO I and ME TOO are used as a response...
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Golf Expressions in English
Do you love to golf? This sport is incredibly popular in English, so it is not surprising that there are many golf expressions in English. How many of these have you heard? English also uses many expressions from other sports: read our Sports Related Idioms for more information! Golf Expressions in English Above/below par Golf...
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6 Reasons to Study English with CISL’s Junior Program
There are many English camps for teens in the United States: why choose one of CISL’s Junior Programs? CISL’s camps provide more than just English training and a chance to study in the U.S. Learn why CISL is the best choice for an ESL camp in the U.S. for your teenage son or daughter. 6...
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5 Common English Grammar Mistakes
When learning English, it is possible that you will make these 5 common English grammar mistakes. Learn what you are doing wrong and how to break these habits! The 5 common English grammar mistakes we will focus on are: Subject/verb agreement with he/she/it Singular and plural nouns Overusing modals Forgetting the simple future Misusing the...
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Fewer vs. Less in English
English learners and native English speakers have problems with the words “fewer and less.” Fewer and less are the opposite of more: it is confusing to have TWO words as the opposite of another word! Fewer vs. Less in English How are “fewer” and “less” different? The rules for fewer vs. less in English are...
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10 Phrasal Verbs for Casual Conversation
Phrasal verbs are a part of everyday conversation for English speakers. The following are commonly used in casual conversation. Understanding them will allow you to confidently have a casual conversation. 10 Phrasal Verbs for Casual Conversation Be up to Definition: Doing something. Example: What have you been up to lately? Example: What are you up...
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Grammar Lesson of the Month: Transitive vs. Intransitive Verbs
Do you know the difference between transitive and intransitive verbs? Understanding the difference will improve your English speech and writing. Grammar Lesson of the Month: Transitive vs. Intransitive Verbs Types of Transitive Verbs Transitive verbs use an object. The object can be a noun, a phrase, or a pronoun. Transitive verb with a noun A...
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Tips and Practice for CAE Listening Part 3
Students preparing for the Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE) Exam often have difficulty preparing for the Listening Module. How can you actively improve your listening skills for this part of the exam? Follow these tips for Part 3 of the CAE Listening test. Tips and Practice for CAE Listening Part 3 CAE Listening Part...
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Why Your English Isn’t Improving
Do you study and study English but feel like your language skills are not improving? Perhaps you are making some of these very common mistakes. Why Your English Isn’t Improving You aren’t getting enough practice speaking Speaking skills can be some of the most difficult to improve, mainly because it requires many hours of speaking...
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“SO” + Adverbs and Adjectives (+ Things that are “SO” San Diego)
In the English language, we use the word “so” in several different ways. Each way allows us to speak with more emphasis; some uses of the word “so” are more typically “Southern Californian” than others. Learn the most common ways of using the word “so” here! “SO” + Adverbs and Adjectives (and Things that are...