Grammar Tip

Ought to: Uses Ought to is a semi-modal verb because it is in some ways like a modal verb and in some ways like a main verb. For example, unlike modal verbs, it is followed by to, but like modal verbs, it does not change form for person:Example: I ought to phone my parents.Use 1:…

Moscow’s Top 5 Skating Rinks

Pure Ice at Sokolniki Skating at Sokolniki Park may not be as spectacular (впечатляющий) as at Gorky Park, but its ice is considered the best in its category by amateur (непрофессионал) figure skaters. Frequent service breaks – every two hours from 10 a.m. to midnight – and plenty of space (пространство) in the middle lets…

Business Communication Skills Tip

Most Productive People Read These Books Want to get more done? We tapped some of the most productive people we could find and got their recommendations on which books inspire them to do their best. 1. Creativity, Inc.: Overcoming The Unseen Forces That Stand In The Way Of True Inspiration by Ed Catmull Perhaps unsurprising…

Voracious (adj.)

Today’s Word of the Day is: “voracious” (adj.) Transcription: [vəˈreɪʃəs] Translation: ненасытный, жадный Meaning: very eager for something, especially for food Example: He has unusually large lung capacity and a voracious appetite. – У него необычайно большая емкость легких и ненасытный аппетит. Synonyms: insatiable