grammarian

Collocations

July 30, 2012 -

Collocations are common word combinations that sound ‘right’ to native English speakers. Examples are: chain smoker and burning desire. There are numerous collocations in English.… Continue reading

Using from

July 28, 2012 -

From indicates the starting point in space. He traveled from England to India. From can also indicate the beginning of a period. The conference will… Continue reading

Adjective or adverb: grammar exercise

July 27, 2012 -

Complete the following sentences using appropriate adjectives or adverbs. Answers 1. If you work too hard, you will fall ill. (Hard can be used both… Continue reading

Travel expressions

July 25, 2012 -

Here is a list of some commonly used travel expressions with usage notes and examples. Flight The noun flight is used to talk about travel… Continue reading

Advanced level grammar review: exercise 2

July 24, 2012 -

Complete the following sentences using appropriate words. Answers 1. If I had known about your problems, I would have helped you. 2. She has agreed… Continue reading