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Learning English Challenges

5 Challenges Only Learners of English will Understand

Why is learning English difficult? 1. Pronunciation: English is not a phonetic language. So ‘red’ and ‘read’ are pronounced exactly the same in this sentence: “She read the red book yesterday” But ‘reed’ and ‘read’ are also pronounced the same, as in this sentence: She sat among the reeds to read her book. But ‘read’ …

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IELTS Task-1 Process

Prepare for IELTS Task 1 (Process)

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] IELTS Task 1: Describing a Process / Flow Chart IELTS task 1 is a more technical piece of writing than task 2. You will be allowed 1 hour to complete the two tasks in the IELTS Academic Writing test. The total time allowed for the IELTS Academic Writing test is 60 minutes. Time yourself …

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Article use in English – a/an, the or zero article

Some advanced points for definite and indefinite articles: Classes (formal):  The tiger is threatened with extinction. To name a work by an artist: My mother found a  Salvador Dali in the attic. National groups: The Irish are known to be great writers and drinkers. In measurements ‘a/an’ can be used instead of ‘per’: If petrol …

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