Want to talk about hypothetical situations, future possibilities, or past regrets? You need a conditional sentence! Conditional sentences let us express ‘if’ scenarios—things that could happen, things that could have happened, or things we wish were different. They’re incredibly useful when you’re talking about possibilities, cause and effect, or even just dreaming about what you’d…
Imagine writing with only short, choppy sentences. I went to the shop. It was closed. I came home. That’s where compound sentences step in to add variety, depth, and rhythm to your writing. But what exactly is a compound sentence, and how can it transform your writing from robotic to dynamic? Let’s explore compound sentences,…
Try writing without words like ‘and’ or ‘but’—suddenly, your sentences become a bunch of awkward pauses. You’d be stuck saying things like, ‘I wanted to go to the shop. It was closed.’ Not great, right? Conjunctions are the glue that holds your sentences together. They help your writing flow smoothly and make your thoughts easier…
Prepositions. You use them all the time—whether you’re saying you’re in the office, on a trip, or with a friend. Prepositions are one of those little parts of writing that we don’t really think about, let alone their grammar rules, but they play a crucial role in the meaning of our sentences. Let’s review how…
We throw around grammar words like pronouns without giving them much thought – but what does it actually mean? The good news? Pronouns are one of the easiest grammar concepts to understand, and once you know their grammar rules, your writing will be clearer, smoother, and way less repetitive. So, if you’re ready to stop…
We use proper nouns every day without even thinking about it—whether you’re telling someone about your latest trip to Paris, talking about your favourite book, Harry Potter, or mentioning The Crown on Netflix. These names—of places, people, or specific things—are examples of proper nouns, and they play a crucial role in how we communicate clearly…
Whether you’re narrating past events, discussing ongoing activities, or planning future actions, a good understanding of tenses will help you improve your writing and communication skills immensely. But we all know how dry (and boring!) grammar can be, so in this guide you’ll find simple explanations with plenty of examples to help you get through…
Even if you’ve studied every single grammar rule, let’s face it, applying these to your writing is a whole other challenge. As a writer, nothing pulls you out of your creative flow more than worrying about grammar errors. Mistakes, however, happen—and they can hurt your credibility or distract readers from your message. Luckily, there’s no…
The subject-verb agreement is one of the most important English grammar rules. It ensures that the subject and verb in a sentence match in number – whether singular or plural. Mastering this rule is key to writing clear and correct sentences, so it’s important to know it inside out! Ready to master the subject-verb agreement?…
Collective nouns can be fun but also confusing for many writers. Especially their grammar rules – should they be treated as singular or plural?! There are over 200 collective nouns in the English language so you may as well get familiar with them! Let’s explain the definition of collective nouns, whether to treat them as…