In this edition of Grammar Corner, we discuss some of the most widely used grammar errors in the English language. We don’t just correct you, though; we pinpoint exactly why a particular word/phrase/idiom is used incorrectly, while providing the context for each mistake, and then providing the right word/phrase/idiom. Most of the time, a grammar
In this edition of Grammar Corner, we discuss some of the most widely used grammar errors in the English language. We don’t just correct you, though; we pinpoint exactly why a particular word/phrase/idiom is used incorrectly, while providing the context for each mistake, and then providing the right word/phrase/idiom. Most of the time, a grammar
Growing up, I was that kid who was always entering spelling competitions and spent a good chunk of her childhood memorizing how to spell advanced words at a young age. And when you’ve had a helicopter mom like I did who would try everything to make you spell more effectively, you know which tips online
The words “discreet” and “discrete” have similar word origins. They both come from the Latin word discretus, which means something that is separated from others, different, or distinct. Despite their similar roots, however, they have very different meanings, so it’s best not to get the two confused. These words are homophones – words with different
When it comes to grammar errors, misunderstanding words can come from many sources. Sometimes it’s the homonyms that sound and look similar but have very different meanings. At times, it’s the battle of British vs. American English with words that have similar meaning but slightly different spelling. And we also have similar-sounding words that aren’t
You can allude to something, you can elude from someone, but you can’t mistake these similar sounding words for each other because they have very different meanings. You can’t allude from the debt collector when you’re broke because it doesn’t make much sense (unless you’re trying to explain to someone why you’ve no money without
It’s not innate for kids to share things. It’s a skill that you need to develop in them. For sure, you know well that it’s not as easy as it’s said. In fact, your encouragement to share toys or snacks with peers is probably met with wild tantrums, angry faces, and tug-of-war fiasco. The thing
In most US cities, public child education starts at just the age of three. The goal of this public pre-K system is to bridge the learning gap before it widens too much. According to a New York Times article, the system seems to be going well for Washington. Children who underwent pre-K showed more readiness
International travel is more comfortable and affordable than it has ever been. This brings many advantages, including the ability to live, study, and work abroad. In any place in the world, language impacts how people interact and express their feelings to those around them. When traveling to a foreign country, learning the local language is
Are you one who would prefer to travel and see what’s going on around you than sit in the office the whole day? That is a dream come true. These jobs may include traveling by car or flying overseas. If you are traveling by car, make sure your driver’s license is valid. If you’re having