Native American words commonly used in English
Native American Words in English English is a mishmash of words from all over the world with plenty of regional
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100 Common Uncommon Words
100 Common Uncommon Words I’m very happy to announce the second edition of my book, 100 Common Uncommon Words, is
Why are Rabbits’ Feet Lucky?
Why are rabbits’ feet lucky? Lucky rabbits’ feet are popular around the world, but why are they lucky? Read the
on the bed and in bed
On the bed and In bed Students often ask about the difference between “in bed” and “on the bed”. Fortunately, it’s
farther and further
Farther and Further What’s the difference between farther and further and how do you use them? Many native speakers mix
Independence Day Idioms and Expressions
Independence Day Idioms and Expressions Happy 4th of July! Independence Day is an American holiday to mark the signing of the
Year’s Experience and Years’ Experience
Year’s Experience vs Years’ Experience Is it “year’s experience” or “years’ experience”? This is a simple grammar point that
Father’s Day Idioms and Expressions
Father’s Day Idioms Happy Father’s Day! As a very happy dad, you can imagine that Father’s Day is pretty special
How to use either.
How to use either. “Either” is pretty easy to use, but there are some special examples to look out for.
every day and everyday
Every Day and Everyday What’s the difference between every day and everyday?These words are easy to mix up, especially if
Whether, Weather, and Wether: What’s the difference?
Whether, weather, and wether Whether, weather, and wether: what’s the difference? These words aren’t too hard, but they are easy
What is clickbait?
What is clickbait? Clickbait is a leading title, usually with an image. Online, these titles make people want to “click”
Mother’s Day Idioms
Mother’s Day Idioms A face only a mother could love. Happy Mother’s Day! There are lots of idioms in English
The Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test
The Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test Instructions Read the story below at your level. Then, study the key words and phrases.
Literally and Figuratively
Literally and Figuratively Figuratively Figurative expressions mean something special. The words and meaning don’t always match. “Spill the tea” means
How to write AM and PM
How to write AM PM This drives me crazy. I look this up all the time, and always need to
North, South, East, and West
North, South, East, and West I sometimes hear students mix up directions like “north of” or “in northern”. It’s an
Affect and Effect
Affect vs Effect What’s the difference between affect and effect? English learners and native speakers alike get these words mixed
Five English Vocabulary Tips
Five English Vocabulary Tips Learning English vocabulary takes some work, but these ideas will make it a little easier. Try these
Meet, Meet with, Meet up with
Meet, Meet with, Meet up with What is the difference between meet with, meet, and meet up with? This is
alliteration
Alliteration Alliteration is when several words close together start with the same sound. Ex: Peter Parker is the sensational Spider-Man!
What to say on St. Patrick’s Day!
What to say on ST. Patrick’s Day! Having grown up in the States, St. Patrick’s Day is really special to
Find and Find Out
Find and Find Out One day, I was in the park, and I found something under a tree. It was
Really vs Very
Really vs Very What’s the difference between, “really” and “very”? Really / Very + adjectivesEx: The whipped cream on the pancakes was really
