Some people misuse the words overdo and overdue in their writing. This is understandable as these terms are heterographs, words that sound the same but… Continue reading
Overdo vs. Overdue
Lend vs. Loan
While lend is used as a verb and loan is used as a noun traditionally, many writers have been using the word loan as a… Continue reading
Amiable vs. Amicable
Because both words have something to do with friendliness, amiable and amicable sometimes get mixed up by people. Both terms come from the Latin word… Continue reading
Confusables: Under and Below, Start and Begin, As Long As Exercise
Complete the following sentences using an appropriate word or phrase. Answers The tweezers must be in the cupboard below / under the sink. If she… Continue reading
Can and Could Special Uses Exercise
Can and could are modal auxiliaries used to express ideas such as ability, possibility and permission. They also have some special uses. For example, they… Continue reading