Holiday Vocabulary: Christmas and New Year’s Eve

Holiday A holiday is a special day of celebration or a day when most people do not have to work. In American English, the holiday season refers to the time from November until the beginning of January. Wishing someone a “happy holidays” is a polite and inclusive way of expressing seasonal greetings. If you want…

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English Grammar Myths

The English language has many rules that must be adhered to, along with a number of guidelines that are typically true for constructing sentences. In this lesson, we’re going to explore three myths about English grammar and reveal the truth behind each. The first two myths take what are essentially guidelines and turn them into…

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English Mistakes in Advertising

Native English speakers make mistakes not just in conversation, but in advertising for businesses. Remember, even prominently-displayed examples of English grammar can sometimes contain errors!   Wrong word forms This campaign for an international women’s brand included this tagline: You’ve never seen body’s like this! This is the singular possessive form of body, but the…

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