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Phrasal verbs are great!

Most people have heard of phrasal verbs but have a rather hazy understanding of what they actually are, and how we use them.

Author David Lines
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The English Language – a curious mixture

English, like most of the world’s languages evolved over time and it incorporates influences from several other languages.

Author David Lines
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British English verses American English

Have you ever wondered why you might see colour spelled as color, or centre as center? Is it spelled or spelt; travelling or traveling?

Author David Lines
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Which university should I choose if I study in the UK? This is an often asked question and there are many different answers. That’s probably not the initial response you expected!

Author David Lines
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Computer test or Paper test? [for IELTS]

It is a myth that one is easier or more difficult than the other. The main deciding factor is a personal preference.

Author David Lines
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Should I read to my child?

"I know reading is a wonderful habit but my child is just 1, he can't read." I have heard so many parents say. Of course, your child may not be able to read yet, but you can read to him.

Author Sanchana S
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What is a Pangram sentence?

A pangram sentence is a sentence that has all the 26 letters of the Alphabet. Isn't that interesting!

Author Sanchana S
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6 steps to improving your English

Of course English is just like any other language but it is also a language that is widely spoken all over the world. Sometimes English might seem a little tricky.

Author Sanchana S
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English is a beautiful language!

Ever thought to yourself - Why do people make such a big deal out of a language? Yes, indeed English has evolved to be an important part of the world now.

Author Sanchana S
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Why learn a new language?

Communication is a necessity. The world is no more a place where knowing more than one language makes you a special person. Today people across the globe know a minimum of two languages, mostly one being English.

Author Sanchana S
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