The verb “to get” is one of those verbs that has so. many. uses. Let’s break down two of the basic uses in this first lesson in my three-part series. (The written version of the lesson is below the video.) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nsYgOlj7heg get + noun (direct object) When paired with a direct object — aContinueContinue reading “Part 1: Basic uses of “to get” (VIDEO)”
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How to use “afraid”
The word “afraid” can be used in a couple of different ways in English, which might be confusing for learners. Read on for the two main ways to use “afraid,” and how to use them in conversation. [Listen to the audio version of this lesson here.] afraid = fear One meaning of “afraid” is theContinueContinue reading “How to use “afraid””
Using “come” and “go”
Do you have a hard time deciding if you need to use “come” or “go” in English? Check out this video lesson! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n35Omhh8mGE Get more lessons like this via email Sign up for the Teacher Amanda email list and you’ll receive a free e-book of 33 Everyday English Expressions in your first email!
UPDATED! Moving: 6 American English vocabulary words
Last year, I made a post about English vocabulary words related to moving because I had just moved. And I just moved again! So I am re-posting the lesson, but I have updated it by adding more information and example sentences. 1. to hire movers vs. get/rent a U-Haul “Did you hire movers or getContinueContinue reading “UPDATED! Moving: 6 American English vocabulary words”
Part 5: 5-Part Guide to Improving Your English Listening Skills
We made it to the final post in my five-part guide to improving your English listening comprehension! This guide is meant to be followed in order, so be sure you read up on the subtitle strategy, keeping a notebook to expand your vocabulary, that you’ve checked out an awesome listening website, and have spent time speaking andContinueContinue reading “Part 5: 5-Part Guide to Improving Your English Listening Skills”
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