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Thursday, May 1, 2014
Present Continuous Tense
One use of the present continuous tense is for action that is
occurring at the moment of speaking. It is important to note that that only
action verb can take the continuous form. This tense is often used with the
following time expressions: at the moment, now, today, this morning, afternoon
etc.
Basic Construction
Positive
Subject + be + verb + ing + object(s) + time
Expression
Rita is taking lunch at
the moment.
I am writing a letter to
my supplier now.
Negative
Subject + be + not (isn't, aren't) + verb +
ing + object(s) + time Expression
Rita is not taking lunch
at the moment.
I am not writing a
letter to my supplier.
Question
(Question Word) + be + subject + verb + ing +
object(s) + time Expression
Is Rita not taking lunch
at the moment?
Why are you not playing
in this match today?
Tuesday, April 29, 2014
Use of Present
Continuous Tense
(Temporary Projects)
One of the uses
of the present continuous tense is to describe projects and actions that are
happening around the present moment in time. It is to be noted that these
projects began in the past and will end in the near future. This usage is
especially popular for talking about current projects at work or for specific
hobbies. This tense is often used with
the time expressions like: at the moment, now, this week, this month, these
days etc
BASIC CONSTRUCTION
Positive
Subject + be + verb + ing +
object(s) + time Expression
We are learning French this month.
He is writing a new novel these days.
Negative
Subject + be + not (isn't,
aren't) + verb + ing + object(s) + time Expression
We are not learning French this month.
He is not writing a new novel these days.
Question
(Question Word) + be +
subject + verb + ing + object(s) + time Expression
Are you learning French this month?
Why is he is not writing a new novel these
days?
Wednesday, March 19, 2014
CORRECT USE OF SOME WORDS (Was/Been/Went/gone/Good/Well)
Was/Been
and Went/Gone
"Was"
and "Been" come from the verb "to be". "Went" and
"Gone" come from the verb "to go,"
WAS/WENT
"I
was in Delhi last summer."
This
means that I was there and makes reference to my physical presence there, not
the journey.
"I
went to Delhi last summer."
This implies that I made a journey last summer
to Delhi. This makes reference to the movement of going there, it is not
static.
BEEN/GONE
Perhaps
there is more confusion with these two:
"I
have been to Delhi."
This implies that I have been to
Delhi and have come back.
"I
have gone to Delhi."
This would mean that I have not yet come back,
unless I specify the amount of times I have gone there. (I had gone to Delhi for three days)
GOOD & WELL
Good is an adjective and well is an
adverb.
I did good on the test. Incorrect
I did well on the test. Correct
She played the game good. Incorrect
She played the game well. Correct
Use the adjective form good when describing something or someone. Use well when stating how something or
someone is.
She is a good tennis player.
Prem thinks he is a good listener.
Use the adverb form well
when describing how something or someone does something.
She did extremely well on the exam.
Our parents think we speak English well.
Monday, March 17, 2014
Correct use of Words - Lesson 60
CORRECT USE OF SOME WORDS- Lesson 60
Explaining reasons and consequences
It’s probably because
It’s probably because she didn’t work hard.
It’s probably because you didn’t apply in time.
That’s why
That’s why you need to improve your English speaking skills.
That’s why you need to change jobs.
One of the reasons for this could
be
One of the reasons for this could be his inability to communicate in
English.
One of the reasons for this could be their overemphasis on productivity.
What this means is that
What this means is that we have to work twice as hard.
What this means is that you can’t have another chance.
What do you want me to
This structure is used when you want to ask someone if there is anything
you can do for them.
Do you want me to help you with the housework?
Do you want me to repair your car?
Do you want me to get the kids ready for school?
Do you want me to do the washing up?
Do you want me to cook the dinner?
Do you want me to wait any longer?
Do you want me to go now?
Do you want me to make the bed?
Do you want me to do the dishes?
Do you want me to clean the windows?
Do you want me to get you a cup of coffee?
Do you want me to wake you up?
The expression ‘I want you to’ can be used to ask people to do something
for you.
I want you to do the shopping.
I want you to make a decision.
I want you to come with me.
I want you to help me with the homework.
How often do you
This structure is used when you are inquiring how often somebody does
something.
Study the following sentences.
How often do you visit your parents?
How often do you go to the movies?
How often do you work out?
How often do you travel?
How often do you spend time with your parents?
How often do you go to the pub?
How often do you need to go to your dentist?
How often do you check your email?
How often do you change your password?
How often do you change your tooth brush?
How often do you check your blood pressure?
How often do you get headaches?
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