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PHRASAL VERBS FOR DAILY CONVERSATION

Phrasal verbs for daily conversation PHRASAL VERBS  FOR DAILY CONVERSATION   Introduction: English is a fascinating language with many complexities and nuances. In this blog post, we will explore what phrasal verbs are. Why and when we use them, the best ways to learn them, and a list of the top 45 phrasal verbs to use daily. What is a phrasal verb? A phrasal verb is a verb that contains two or more words as a whole. The first word is usually a verb, and the second is an adverb or a preposition. Together, they create a new meaning that is different from individual words. For instance, the phrasal verb lookup means to search for information. The separate words look and up do not have this meaning alone. But they create a new one when used together. Where and when do we use phrasal verbs? Phrasal verbs are significant in English, especially in spoken language. They add variety and depth to our language and allow us to express more complex ideas and emotions. They are common in many idiom
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DAILY IDIOMS

IDIOM An idiom is group of two or more words that gives a non-literal meaning to know. It is often figurative. Some idioms stand for fixed expressions. Unless one consults a good dictionary, one cannot guess the sense of it. These help our speaking and writing in an effective and decorative way. Here are some idioms which we use in everyday life. Idioms are easy to learn in a situational content rather than knowing their meanings. With such intention we gave some essential idioms in a story context. My friend never played cricket. It was not his  cup of tea . If we insist, he comes along with hesitation. He plays cricket  once in a blue moon . He is such a person. He always filled fun in his conversation. Sometimes, he  beats around the bush  to say an important matter. It causes us to annoy. I always excuse him for his behaviour. One day, he came to me, and I was surprised to see him  in the neck of the woods . He meets me rarely. He doesn't want to say anything about his coming

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MODALS IN ENGLISH GRAMMAR

  AN INTRODUCTION TO MODALS Modals  express ability, permission, obligation, prohibition, supposition and so on. They (can, could, may, might, will, would, shall, should, must, ought to, used to, need, dare ) take bare infinitives along with them in sentence construction.  Each modal has many different shades of meaning according to the sentence. It is determined by context. They never conjugate.  Using models to express our thoughts in the language is easy, convenient and readable. It reveals the tone of the sentence. Without modals also we can express our thoughts.  Look at these two sentences. You can do this. ( with a modal verb can ) You are capable to do this. ( without  modal ) Though these are similar in meaning the first one is clear and straightforward along with the tone. Ahead, we are going to see the usage of all the modals in English grammar. WILL   Habitual actions in the future: During the monsoon, green grass will grow here and there. Intentions, decisions and promises

COMPOUND NOUNS

WHAT ARE COMPOUND NOUNS?   We use two or more words together to give more information about someone or something. Such nouns are called Compound Nouns. Compound Noun (two words) combinations are generally written with or without space in between them. Sometimes a hyphen is required. A habit of consulting any good dictionary may help you to understand this. Let us understand these three types with a few examples. EXAMPLES OF COMPOUND NOUNS: CLOSED:  railway                                                                                                     blackboard   goldfish                                 OPEN: life span working woman railway station HYPHANATED: self-respect well-being brother-in-law Some compound nouns go with all these three types. You can opt for any style for such words. e.g. bookshop     book shop       book-shop Worrying to follow these things? Don't worry! here is a simple way to follow. Write the two words separately in a compound noun and as time grows

PHRASAL VERBS FOR DAILY CONVERSATION

Phrasal verbs for daily conversation PHRASAL VERBS  FOR DAILY CONVERSATION   Introduction: English is a fascinating language with many complexities and nuances. In this blog post, we will explore what phrasal verbs are. Why and when we use them, the best ways to learn them, and a list of the top 45 phrasal verbs to use daily. What is a phrasal verb? A phrasal verb is a verb that contains two or more words as a whole. The first word is usually a verb, and the second is an adverb or a preposition. Together, they create a new meaning that is different from individual words. For instance, the phrasal verb lookup means to search for information. The separate words look and up do not have this meaning alone. But they create a new one when used together. Where and when do we use phrasal verbs? Phrasal verbs are significant in English, especially in spoken language. They add variety and depth to our language and allow us to express more complex ideas and emotions. They are common in many idiom