December 2024

The Sequence of Tenses

The Sequence of Tenses: Master English Grammar The Sequence of Tenses: Master English Grammar The sequence of tenses is a fundamental concept in English grammar. It explains how the tense in the main clause influences the tense in the subordinate clause. Here’s a quick guide: Main clause – Past tense; Subordinate clause – Past tense […]

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Subject Verb Agreement

Understanding Subject-Verb Agreement with Quantitative Phrases Understanding Subject-Verb Agreement with Quantitative Phrases Phrases A lot of A quarter of Enough of Half Half of Lots of Most Most of Not enough of One third of Part of Plenty of Some Some of Ten percent of The rest of Three fourth of Twenty percent of Two

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None and None of +

None and None of + Singular/Plural Nouns – Grammar Guide by Kesari Prakash None and None of + Singular/Plural Nouns None + singular uncountable noun If none or none of + singular uncountable noun is used as the subject of the sentence, it functions as a singular subject and takes a singular verb. Example: (

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WH words + Ever

Master WH Words + Ever with Kesari Prakash – ENNglish All WH Words + Ever What When Where Why Who Whom Which Whose Whatever Whomever Wherever Whenever Whensoever Whencesoever Whatsoever Wherever Whithersoever WH words combined with “ever” create flexible and meaningful expressions used in English. Explore the usage below: Whatever Whatsoever Wherever Wheresoever Whenever Whensoever

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Only Too’ and ‘None Too

Exploring ‘Only Too’ and ‘None Too’ Greetings Language Enthusiasts, Today, let’s delve into the fascinating world of ‘Only Too’ and ‘None Too.’ These expressions hold the power to intensify or diminish qualities, adding a nuanced touch to our language. Buckle up as we navigate through the correct usage and common pitfalls of these phrases. ‘Use

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Be Used To & Get Used To

Understanding “Be Used To” and “Get Used To” When we talk about “be used to” and “get used to,” we’re talking about how we feel about things we’re used to or getting used to. Let’s break it down simply: “Be Used To”: When someone says they’re “used to” something, it means they’re familiar with it,

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Conjunctions

Conjunctions Guide Guide to Conjunctions A) Coordinating Conjunctions: Coordinating conjunctions serve to join elements of equal rank, including words, phrases, clauses, or sentences. B) Subordinating Conjunctions: Subordinating conjunctions are employed to connect a subordinate clause to a principal clause. A) Coordinating Conjunctions: Cumulative or Copulative Conjunctions: And Both…. And… As well as No less than

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Subject and Object Questions

English Grammar Exploration Who saw you? Who did you see? Let’s delve into the fascinating realm of English grammar together! Today, we’re exploring the intricate dance between subjects and objects in sentences. Have you ever wondered, “Who saw you?” or “Who did you see?” Let’s break it down using the example of Radhika and Prakash.

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Determiners

Welcome to our guide on determiners! From specifying nouns to expressing broader concepts, determiners are crucial for clear communication in English. In this PDF, we’ll explore the different types of determiners, helping you enhance your language skills. Perfect for anyone eager to improve their English proficiency! Happy Learning! KesariSir

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Stative Verbs

Understanding Stative Verbs Stative Verbs Introduction In the English language, verbs can be broadly categorized into two types: action verbs and stative verbs. Action verbs describe actions that someone or something does, like run, jump, or eat. On the other hand, stative verbs describe a state of being, thought, emotion, or relationship. These verbs tell

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Because vs. Because of

“Because” vs. “Because of”: Understanding the Difference Because At a Glance “Because” introduces reasons. “Because of” introduces reasons. “Because” is a conjunction. “Because of” is a preposition. “Because” is followed by a subject and verb: e.g., She was late because she missed the bus. “Because of” is followed by a noun, noun phrase, or gerund:

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FAQ: Simple Present

FAQ – Simple Present FAQ – Simple Present Q: ‘Do/Does’ is used as supporting verb to make positive sentences negative, yes/no questions, and wh- questions. But this does not happen with the verb ‘to be.’ WHY? ‘Am’ is used as main verb. Eg. I am. I am not. Am I? Am I not? Who am

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Dangling Modifiers

Understanding Dangling Modifiers Understanding Dangling Modifiers In English grammar, modifiers are essential for providing additional details about the subject, object, or action. However, sometimes these modifiers can create confusion if they don’t clearly relate to the word or phrase they’re supposed to describe. These instances are called dangling modifiers. What are Dangling Modifiers? A dangling

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Comprehensive Received Pronunciation (RP) Chart for English Learners

RP Pronunciation Chart Vowels – Monophthongs Symbol Example Word Pronunciation /iː/ see /siː/ /ɪ/ sit /sɪt/ /e/ set /set/ /æ/ cat /kæt/ /ʌ/ cup /kʌp/ /ɑː/ car /kɑː/ /ɒ/ hot /hɒt/ /ɔː/ bought /bɔːt/ /ʊ/ put /pʊt/ /uː/ food /fuːd/ /ɜː/ bird /bɜːd/ /ə/ about /əˈbaʊt/ Vowels – Diphthongs Symbol Example Word Pronunciation /eɪ/ day

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Alphabets Chart

Alphabet Chart Alphabet Chart Letter Read Sound Example A ay /æ/ Apple B bee /b/ Ball C see /k/ Cat D dee /d/ Dog E ee /ɛ/ Elephant F ef /f/ Fish G jee /ɡ/ Goat H aych /h/ Hat I eye /ɪ/ Igloo J jay /dʒ/ Jug K kay /k/ Kite L el /l/

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Sentence Structures

Types of Sentence Structures and Conjunctions Types of Sentence Structures Type Structure Example Simple Independent clause I like coffee. Compound Independent clause + coordinating conjunction + Independent clause I like coffee and Mary likes tea. Complex Independent clause + dependent clause We missed our plane because we were late. Compound-Complex Independent clause + dependent clause

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Adjectives

Adjective Classification Adjective Classification Adjective Attributive Predicative Quality Quantity Number Definite Cardinal Ordinal Indefinite Proper Possessive Distributive Definite Indefinite Demonstrative Interrogative Emphasizing Exclamatory Teaching Adjective Classification for Competitive Exam Students 1. Understanding the Classification Adjectives can be classified into various categories based on their roles and functions in a sentence. This classification helps in understanding

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Confusing Verbs in English

Understanding Confusing Verbs in English Bear (borne, borne/born) Bear means to carry or endure. Past: borne Past Participle: borne (when referring to carrying) / born (when referring to birth) Examples: She bore the burden bravely. (Past) The message was borne by the courier. (Past Participle, carrying) He was born in Mumbai. (Past Participle, birth) Find

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Participles and Adjectives: Confusing Verbs and Their Forms

Confusing Verbs and Their Forms Bind (bound, bound, bounden) Bind means to tie or secure. Past: I bound the package tightly. Past Participle: The ropes were bound securely. Adjective: The bounden duty of every citizen. Cleave (cleft/clove/cleaved, cleft/cleaved, cloven) Cleave means to split or adhere firmly. Past: He cleft the log in two. Past Participle:

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Exceptions in English Grammar

Exceptions in English Grammar Exceptions in English Grammar English grammar is full of rules, but it also has many exceptions. These are special cases where normal rules don’t apply. In this blog, we will look at some common exceptions in English grammar and explain them in simple language. 1. Irregular Verbs Most verbs follow regular

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Both- Either- Neither

Both, Either, Neither: English Grammar Guide | Kesari Prakash Both | Either | Neither Neither = Not + Either Learn the rules for using Both, Either, and Neither effectively with nouns. Both + Plural Noun Either + Singular Noun Neither + Singular Noun Examples Both of them are married. Would you like tea or coffee?

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Weak and Strong Verbs

Weak and Strong Verbs Weak and Strong Verbs In both speaking and writing, the words we choose can dramatically affect the clarity and impact of our communication. While weak verbs may convey basic ideas, stronger alternatives can evoke emotions and paint vivid images in the minds of our audience. This list explores various common actions

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100+ Basic Grammar Tests

ENN Grammar ENNglish Visit Courses ENN-Test-212 ENN-Test-213 ENN-Test-214 ENN-Test-216 ENN-Test-217 ENN-Test-218 ENN-Test-219 ENN-Test-220 ENN-Test-221 ENN-Test-222 ENN-Test-223 ENN-Test-224 ENN-Test-225 ENN-Test-226 ENN-Test-227 ENN-Test-228 ENN-Test-229 ENN-Test-230 ENN-Test-231 ENN-Test-232 ENN-Test-233 ENN-Test-234 ENN-Test-235 ENN-Test-236 ENN-Test-237 ENN-Test-238 ENN-Test-239 ENN-Test-240 ENN-Test-241 ENN-Test-242 ENN-Test-243 ENN-Test-244 ENN-Test-245 ENN-Test-246 ENN-Test-247 ENN-Test-248 ENN-Test-249 ENN-Test-250 ENN-Test-251 ENN-Test-252 ENN-Test-253 ENN-Test-254 ENN-Test-255 ENN-Test-256 ENN-Test-257 ENN-Test-258 ENN-Test-259 ENN-Test-260 ENN-Test-261 ENN-Test-262

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Pronoun

ENN – Pronoun Chart ENN Personal Pronouns he her him it me she them they us we you Possessive Pronouns her hers his its mine my our ours their theirs your yours Demonstrative Pronouns such that the same these this those Distributive Pronouns each either neither Reciprocal Pronouns each other one another Emphatic Pronouns himself

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Noun

Noun ENN Noun 1) Countable Proper a. Proper Person b. Proper Place c. Proper Thing Common a. Common Person b. Common Place c. Common Thing Collective a. Group of Person b. Group of Things 2) Uncountable a. Material b. Abstract: quality, condition/action Noun and Number a. Singular b. Plural Noun and Gender a. Masculine b.

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