Grammar Tip

Either/or and Neither/nor Either/or and neither/nor connect two balanced words, clauses or phrases. They are called correlative conjunctions. Singular or plural verb? When two singular subjects are connected by either/or or neither/nor, use a singular verb. Example: Either Sally or Peter is invited. Example: Neither Sally nor Peter is invited. If one of the subjects is plural, the verb agrees with the closest…

Disposition (n.)

Today’s Word of the Day is: “disposition” (n.) Transcription:  [dɪs.pəˈzɪʃ.ən] Translation: характер, нрав Meaning: The type of character someone has. Example: She has a happy disposition Synonyms: temperament, character

Art World Gears Up for St Petersburg Cultural Forum

Now in its seventh year, the forum is set to explore “culture as a country’s strategic potential”. Thousands of people are expected to attend this year’s International Cultural Forum in St Petersburg, kicking off on 15 November. More than 20,000 people took part in the forum’s public and professional programmes in 2017. This year’s event…

Business Communication Skills Tip

Ask These Questions to Understand Truths About a Company Culture 2. WHAT WAS THE LAST BIG ACHIEVEMENT THAT WAS CELEBRATED? This question “gives [interviewers] the chance to reveal if employee efforts are acknowledged and appreciated and if people enjoy having company parties/gatherings,” says Valerie Streif, senior advisor at career services company Mentat. “If they don’t do…