Learn English Grammar Step by Step:Learn English Grammar Grammar is the set of rules that govern the usage of English language. A strong grasp of English grammar is therefore of the greatest importance. Most non-native English speakers make grammatical mistakes while speaking in English. Improving grammar takes time and effort but it is well worth it. Here are some tips which will help you improve English grammar Understand the building blocks of grammar As a first step, it is important to know the different building blocks of grammar like nouns, pronouns, articles, adjectives, verbs, adverbs, prepositions, conjunctions and interjections. Pay attention to sentence structures When you read an article or watch a movie, it is important to pay attention to how sentences are constructed. Practice when you can This tip can never be overemphasized. Grammar exercises will help you Try doing different grammar exercises and find out your weaknesses. Find a mentor Many learners have improved their grammar working with a mentor. Join a course Grammar Lessons
How many words are there in the world's most widely spoken languages? Welcome to Part 2 of my post on “How many words do I need to know? The 95/5 rule in language learning”. If you haven’t done so already, read through Part 1 before continuing! How many words are there in some of the world’s major languages? People continuously invent new words, alter some existing ones, or stop using others altogether. The most “objective” measure that we have available for counting the number of words contained in a given language, then, is to calculate the number of words contained in its largest dictionary (really, it’s not that objective, but it’s the only measure we have access to!). So here’s a list for 11 of the most spoken languages around the world (sources given as hyperlinks): Is it true that English has the most words of any language? The first thing that will probably jump to your eyes, here, is the apparently low word count for English. So why only 171,476 words in current use? Which language has the biggest vocabulary, then? Do the Math By Sam Gendreau
Verb Tenses Worksheets "What a comprehensive site! I espcially like your verb tenses worksheets. They allow my students to really practice all the many variations. Thanks very much for your help." -- Lilliana V., Distrito Federal, Mexico, 10/28/11 Like these materials? Show your support by liking us on Facebook... Aren't verb tenses wonderful? COPYRIGHT NOTICE: The below publications contain copyrighted work to be used by teachers in school or at home. Unit 1: Using "To Be" The worksheet below gives a broad overview of all aspects of all possible tenses. Verb Tenses Diagram - A diagram of verb tenses and examples This unit contains worksheets outlining common usages of the verb "to be." Unit 2: Present Tense This unit contains printable present tense worksheets. Finding these materials helpful? Sorry to interrupt...Now back to browsing more quality reading comprehension materials! Sorry to interrupt...Now back to browsing more quality verb tenses exercises! Unit 3: Past Tense Unit 4: Future Tense
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English online grammar exercises Sports & Games Past Simple or Present Perfect 1 Choose the past simple or the present perfect. Click here to review how to make the past simple.Click here to review how to make the present perfect.Click here to return to the list of English grammar exercises.Download this exercise in PDF.Need more exercises? Try Perfect English Grammar Plus! Change the verb into the correct form of the past simple or present perfect Go to the main grammar exercises page Welcome toPerfect English Grammar! Welcome!