Idioms are fixed expressions whose meanings cannot be deduced from the individual words they contain. For ESL learners, English idioms can be particularly confusing because a literal, word-for-word translation from one’s native language often results in nonsensical or misleading interpretations. In this tenth installment of the “English Unraveled: Navigating Common ESL Pitfalls” series, we’ll explore […]
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English Unraveled: Navigating Common ESL Pitfalls – Part 9 Today, we tackle a common challenge faced by ESL learners: overusing direct translations from native languages. This habit can lead to misunderstandings and odd phrasings that don’t align with natural English expressions. Let’s explore why this happens and how you can start “thinking in English” to […]
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English Unraveled: Navigating Common ESL Pitfalls – Part 8 Understanding word order in a secondary language is tough. Especially when the language doesn’t have the same root languages as your own. Today, we explore the nuances of word order in English sentences—a fundamental aspect that can dramatically influence clarity and understanding. Correct word order is […]
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For many language learners, reaching the B2 level is both a milestone and a challenge. It’s the stage where you might start feeling stuck, as improvements become less noticeable and learning slows down. This post aims to rejuvenate your learning journey by providing practical tips and motivational insights to help you advance confidently beyond B2 […]
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Setting goals is a crucial step in any successful language-learning journey. However, not all goals are created equal. S.M.A.R.T. goals—Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound—provide a framework that helps ensure your language learning objectives are clear and attainable. This post will guide you through the process of setting effective S.M.A.R.T. goals that can transform your […]
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Prepare to be captivated by the celestial event of the year: a solar eclipse! On April 8, this astonishing phenomenon will occur, and we’re here to help intermediate English learners converse about it confidently. What is a Solar Eclipse? A solar eclipse is a phenomenon where the Moon moves between the Earth and the Sun, […]
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English Unravelled: Navigating Common ESL Pitfalls – Part 7 Hello again! Today’s focus is on the frequent mix-up between adjectives and adverbs, a confusion that can significantly affect the clarity and accuracy of your sentences. Let’s dive into understanding these crucial parts of speech and their correct usage. Understanding Adjectives and Adverbs Adjectives and adverbs […]
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English Unraveled: Navigating Common ESL Pitfalls – Part 6 Many English language learners often run into difficulty when using articles. Our sixth entry zeroes in on this crucial, yet often tricky aspect of English grammar. Understanding the correct use of definite and indefinite articles—the seemingly simple ‘the’, ‘a’, and ‘an’—can profoundly impact your clarity and […]
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English Unraveled: Navigating Common ESL Pitfalls – Part 5 Today, we delve into a topic that is pivotal for clear and accurate English communication: pronoun errors. Pronouns are integral to English syntax, offering fluidity and coherence in sentences. However, misuse of subjective, objective, and possessive pronouns, along with pronoun-antecedent agreement errors, can lead to confusion […]
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English Unravelled: Navigating Common ESL Pitfalls – Chapter 4 Welcome back! In this fourth installment, we’re going to delve into the often-confusing world of prepositions in English. Prepositions are small yet mighty words that often dictate the direction, time, location, and relationship of things in a sentence. Misusing them can lead to confusion and misunderstandings, […]
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