Grammar Tip

Review of Tenses: Present Simple vs. Present Continuous Используйте Present Simple для действий, которые происходят регулярно, или для того, что нечасто меняется — например, мнения. Используйте Present Continuous для действий, происходящих в момент речи или совершаемых в настоящий период времени. Examples: 1. My friend calls me every day, but today he’s not calling me. —…

to lack (v.)

Today’s Word of the Day Is: “to lack” (v.) Transcription: [læk] Russian Translation: не хватать, испытывать недостаток в чем-л. Definition: to not have or not have enough of something that is needed or wanted Examples: 1. He just lacks a little confidence. 2. We lack space in this house to store things. 3. Most of…

Business Communication Skills Tip

Four Useful Expressions with the Word “Time” 1. To take up time — занимать время Example: About these papers, Ms. Jones, I hate to take up your time, but… — По поводу этих документов, г-н Джонс. Мне не хочется отнимать у вас время, но… 2. To waste time  — терять, напрасно тратить время Example: Come…

How to Learn a New English Word Every Day

Some Useful Tips to Improve Your Vocabulary Quickly Make an effort to learn at least one new word every single day. There are plenty of ways to do this, one of which is our Word of the Day section in this newsletter. 🙂 Also you can: Read Every Day Once you’re out of school, word…