Future Continuous Tense. Form # 1: With “Will” Future continuous has two different forms: “will be doing ” and “be going to be doing.” Unlike simple future forms, future continuous forms are usually interchangeable. The future continuous tense with “will” is formed from the modal “will” + “be” + the present participle the verb. Subject…
Today’s Word of the Day is: “urgent” (adj.) Transcription: [ˈɜːdʒənt] Translation: срочный Meaning: very important and needing you to take action immediately Example: Let’s pass on to the urgent business.- Давайте перейдем к срочному вопросу. Synonyms: crucial, desperate
Beer-guzzling football fans risk drinking parts of Moscow dry, with some bars and restaurants in the Russian capital saying they are running low and having to wait longer than usual for fresh supplies. Moscow has been transformed by the World Cup, with singing, chanting and beer-swilling fans overwhelming some of the packed bars and restaurants…
Diplomatic Tone for Better Business Communication. Tip #1 Modal Verbs Modal verbs are special verbs that are used with other verbs to express ability (could), to offer (would), to make a request (may) and so on. You can use the modal verbs “could,” “would” and “may” to your advantage when softening your tone. They are…
Future Simple. Use # 7: No Future in Time Clauses Like all future forms, the simple future cannot be used in clauses beginning with time expressions such as: when, while, before, after, by the time, as soon as, if, unless, etc. Instead of simple future, simple present is used. Incorrect: When you will arrive tonight,…
Today’s Word of the Day is: “interplay” (n.) Transcription: [ɪntəpleɪ] Translation: взаимодействие Meaning: the effect that two or more things have on each other Example: The interplay of these factors has a profound impact on forests.- Взаимодействие этих факторов оказывает огромное влияния на леса. Synonyms: interaction, cooperation
Are you in Moscow for the World Cup and looking to make the most of your stay? If you’re a lucky holder of a Fan ID you can soak up the country’s history and culture for free, or at a discount. The ID doesn’t only open doors to several museums and galleries, it also lets…
Making Requests. Tip #2 Making more than one request in a letter or email If you make two requests in a letter or email, the second request should include the word “also”, as we can see here: Dear Mr Smith I recently saw an advertisement for your new range of kitchen equipment. I own a…
Future Simple. Use # 6: “Will” or “Be Going to” to Express a Prediction Both “will” and “be going to” can express the idea of a general prediction about the future. Predictions are guesses about what might happen in the future. In “prediction” sentences, the subject usually has little control over the future and therefore…
Today’s Word of the Day is: “thrilled” (adj.) Transcription: [θrɪld] Translation: в восторге Meaning: extremely happy about something (past participle adjective from the verb “to thrill”) Example: I was thrilled by their decision. – Я был в восторге от их решения. Synonyms: extremely pleased, delighted