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Video Whose or Who’s
Video Whose or Who’s – which one to use? If video above doesn’t work for you, try this link: Whose or who’s? Which one to use?? Today’s video tip Such a common problem which can be solved if you start … Continue reading
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When to use a lot instead of allot
Sharon asks, “My boyfriend said I should write ‘allot’ instead of ‘a lot’ but I’m a bit confused – is this correct?”
Past Passed
PAST / PASSED? I’ve had LOTS of requests for info on these confusing words, so I do hope this clears up any confusion! * If you PASS [drive by] a car on the freeway, you’ve PASSED it. [past tense of *to pass*] * … Continue reading
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Pronunciation
Pronunciation Tips : How do I pronounce …? No wonder foreigners find it hard to learn English – we have words which are spelt the same but pronounced differently! Sent in by Alex, Feb 2002. 1) The bandage was wound around … Continue reading
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Misanthrope
Misanthrope, Misogynist, Misandrist Boy – what do these words mean? Have you looked in your dictionary but still don’t understand? Read on to see if this explanation helps, and if not, let me know! A person who dislikes and distrusts … Continue reading
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Compliment
Compliment, Complement These two common words cause all kinds of confusion, but here is a simple way to differentiate between the two. A Compliment – a gentleman pays a compliment to a lady. Noun : 1. an expression of respect, affection, … Continue reading
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Word Ending in O
Never know when to end a word in o, os, or oes? Goodness gracious me! I am sure that there must be a secret school for greengrocers and fruit and veg employees … where they are taught a difficult and … Continue reading
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Stationery
Lots of people have trouble spelling this one – there are two words which look the same, except one ends with -ery and the other ends with -ary. “How to tell them apart?” I hear you ask. Spelling is so important! I … Continue reading
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Separate
Before I go any further, let me get one thing straight right now – there is only ONE way to spell separate, and that is … SEPARATE. Lesson 1: Kate G. of Sydney has a great way to remember how … Continue reading
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Where, We’re, Wear or Were?
Where, We’re, Wear or Were? Which one to use? Sandra asks, “Where are you going?” Andrea replies, “We’re (we are) both going to need to wear (put on) our raincoats where (location) we/re (we are) going!” where, we’re & wear … Continue reading
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