The word order of sentences that are not questions or commands is: Subject + Verb + Object + Adverbials (How? Where? When?) For example: “We had a great meal at an Italian restaurant yesterday.” There are a few other things to remember. Firstly, the adverbial of place is placed before the adverbial of time at […]
Transitions
Transitions are linking expressions that allow you to connect clauses within a sentence and sentences within a paragraph. By using them, you’ll be able to enrich your speech and writing. The following list of transitions is by no means exhaustive and provided merely as an example: Function Transition Showing the cause/effect Thus,… Adding information […]
Tongue Twisters
Tongue twisters are great for improving your pronunciation. They are combinations of words that are difficult to say because of alliteration or the recurrence of the same consonant sound or sounds in connected words. For example, the consonant [s], [z] and [ʃ] sounds are often repeated in the following tongue twister: “She sells seashells by […]
Tips for Effective Presentations
When delivering presentations in front of an audience, you should: Face the audience. You shouldn’t stand with your back to the audience. Speak up. You should speak loudly enough for the people in the back of the room. Use a good opener Make eye contact with members of the audience. Use bullet points or note-from […]
Tips for Better Telephone Conversations
Everybody makes some important phone calls at least occasionally. It might be to make a purchase, check the delivery date, or make an appointment. Below, you’ll find a list of useful tips for more effective communication over the phone for English language learners. Think about what you’re going to say before you make the call. […]
