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Therefore, hence, so, then, thus etc

July 26, 2011 -

We use a number of expressions to show that what is said follows logically from what was said before. Keywords are: Therefore, as a result,… Continue reading

Talking about changes using turn and fall

July 25, 2011 -

We use turn to talk about visible changes of state. It is common before color words. Note that turn is more formal than go. Leaves… Continue reading

The conjunctions and, or and but

July 23, 2011 -

The most important among the coordinating conjunctions are and, but and or. Let’s explore the uses of these three little words. And The conjunction and… Continue reading

So much and so many

July 22, 2011 -

So is a degree adverb. It is mostly used in situations where very is also a suitable word. She is so beautiful. = She is… Continue reading

Words ending in -ise and -ize

July 21, 2011 -

Many English words can be spelt with either –ise and –ize. In American English, the spelling with –ize is preferred. In British English, both forms… Continue reading