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100 Writing Prompts
Have you started a daily writing habit in English? Starting a journal by responding to writing prompts is a great way to begin. Even writing a few sentences a day can make a difference. If you are an English language learner, write your responses and share them with a friend or your English teacher. Need…
Write to Learn English | What are your Personal Strengths?
What are your personal strengths? Hello everybody! This is Andrew from Four Corners English. Today we are continuing our video series to help you with your English. In this video series, I will be helping you to start a journal in English. Have you started a writing habit in English yet? If not, here are…
Pronouns
Having trouble with English pronouns? Let’s take a look at them: Subject Pronouns: Remember, “he/she/it” go with a singular verb, and “they” goes with a plural verb. Understanding the necessity of subject pronouns and their placement in English sentences can be challenging. Object Pronouns: Possessive Pronouns: Key Points: Remember, pronouns help us avoid repeating nouns…
Valentine’s Day in the US
How is Valentine’s Day Celebrated in the US? The origins of St. Valentine’s Day are somewhat unclear, and the holiday has a mix of both Christian and ancient Roman traditions. The day is named after St. Valentine, a Christian martyr who lived during the Roman Empire. The most widely accepted story is that St. Valentine…
Prepostional Phrases
How do I know which prepositions to use? Prepositional phrases can be challenging, but you’ll become more comfortable using them with practice. Here are some common prepositional phrases with explanations and examples: Tips: No Strict Rules: While there are some general guidelines, prepositions in English often don’t follow strict rules, and their usage can be…
Write to Learn English | What Challenges Are You Facing?
Today we are continuing a new video series to help you write to learn English. In this video series, I will be helping you to write in a journal. This is the second video in the series. Making writing a part of your language development can help all aspects of your English. For example, even…
Using articles in English
Using articles in English can be confusing. Let’s take a look: After the first time, you use the definite article “the” Remember, practice helps a lot. As you use English more, you’ll get a feel for when to use articles. Consider practicing with a teacher to help you improve and give you feedback on using…
Why find an English Teacher?
Having a teacher for private online English lessons can offer numerous advantages for English Language Learners (ELLs). Here are several reasons why hiring a teacher is beneficial: Reasons to find an English teacher In summary, having a teacher for private online English lessons offers a tailored and supportive learning experience that addresses individual needs, accelerates…
Write to Learn English | What Brings You Joy?
Let’s write to learn English! Today we are starting a new video series to help you with your English. In this video series, I will be helping you to start a journal in English. What is a journal? A journal is usually a notebook where you write your thoughts every day. It can be in…
Present simple or present continuous?
Many students ask me about the difference between Present Simple and Present Continuous verb tenses in English. When should you use each one, and in what situations can be a little confusing. Let’s take a quick look: Present Simple: We use present simple when we talk about things that happen regularly, habits, or general truths.…
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