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What Is Offside in Football?
Think you know offside? Or does the flag go up and you just nod like you get it? 😅 Dive into this quick, fun guide that finally makes sense of football’s most misunderstood rule — no ref badge required. ⚽🚩

Vlad K
Apr 162 min read


Still Water vs. Tap Water: Unveiling the Differences
When you pour yourself a glass of water, have you ever wondered about the distinction between "still" vs"tap" water?

Vlad K
May 14, 20242 min read


Exploring the Singular and Plural Forms of "Man" and "Woman"
"Man" represents the singular form, while "men" is the plural form. "Woman" denotes the singular form, while "women" represents the plural.

Vlad K
Jun 29, 20232 min read


What is the Difference Between Candy and Sweets?
“Candy” in the US means a variety of sugary treats. In the UK, the word “sweets” is used to refer to the same types of treats.

Vlad K
Jun 27, 20231 min read


How to Use Present Simple?
Present Simple is a verb tense used to describe habitual actions, general truths, or scheduled events.

Vlad K
Jun 27, 20232 min read


Is the Word "Work" Countable or Uncountable?
n uncountable "work" refers to the general concept of labour. Countable “work” refers to specific tasks, projects, or pieces of employment.

Vlad K
Jun 23, 20232 min read


What is Personification and How to Use It?
Personification is a figure of speech in which non-human things or abstract concepts are given human qualities or characteristics.

Vlad K
Jun 21, 20232 min read


What is the difference between: Than and Then?
"Than" is primarily used as a conjunction for making comparisons. "Then" is an adverb that relates to time, order, or sequence.

Vlad K
Jun 20, 20232 min read


How Do You Spell It - Grey or Gray?
"Grey" is more commonly used in British English, while "gray" is the preferred spelling in American English.

Vlad K
Jun 16, 20232 min read


What Are Adjectives and When to Use Them?
Adjectives are words that describe or modify nouns or pronouns. They provide additional information about the qualities and characteristics.

Vlad K
Jun 15, 20232 min read


What are Idioms and How to Use Them?
Idioms are phrases or expressions that possess figurative meanings different from their literal interpretations.

Vlad K
Jun 14, 20232 min read


The Basic Word Order in an English Sentence
In English, the most common word order is Subject-Verb-Object (SVO).

Vlad K
Jun 13, 20232 min read


What is the Difference Between Similes and Metaphors?
Similes and metaphors are two prominent literary devices, where simile is a direct comparison and metaphor is an implied comparison.

Vlad K
May 26, 20232 min read


How and When to Use "Lie" and "Lay"?
Whether you're lying down to relax or laying down the truth, understanding the difference is key.

Vlad K
May 25, 20232 min read


What Is the Difference Between a Pickle and a Gherkin?
The term "pickle" is more commonly used in North America, while "gherkin" is a popular term in the United Kingdom and other parts of Europe.

Vlad K
May 23, 20232 min read


What are Irregular Nouns? What are the Most Common Irregular Nouns?
Unlike regular nouns, which typically follow predictable patterns for pluralization and possessive forms, irregular nouns have unique forms.

Vlad K
May 19, 20232 min read


What are Countable and Uncountable Nouns?
An article about the usage of countable and uncountable nouns in the English language.

Vlad K
May 18, 20233 min read


When to use the Exclamation Mark? Exclamation Mark in Imperative Sentences.
It's a small but mighty punctuation symbol (!) that adds emphasis, energy, and excitement to our written words.

Vlad K
May 17, 20232 min read


What is the Difference Between Dessert and Pudding?
The difference between "pudding" and "dessert" in American and British English is rooted in their different culinary traditions and history.

Vlad K
May 12, 20232 min read


Are Child and Children Countable or Uncountable?
An article on whether the words "child" and "children" should be considered countable or uncountable.

Vlad K
May 10, 20232 min read
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