… and you thought read and read were the only two? Sorry. This is English! In this case, one is a noun, the other a verb – in past tense; Ya got the pronunciation yet? Practice here; Merriam-Webster’s definition of “dove”: http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dove Here’s one you may not think about. Content: There are two ways toContinue reading “Two More Words Pronounced Differently…”
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Increase Your Vocabulary, and Something New for Posts
What’s new? Instead of sharing my posts online all the time – I’ll still make and post them, but I’ll only share one post per week, all the others will be here and the “ads” will direct the interested people to see, read and view the posts. What’s today’s vocabulary word? “Empathic”. This is aContinue reading “Increase Your Vocabulary, and Something New for Posts”
Critical Thinking, part 2 of 2
Here’s a little, yet important something I forgot to post yesterday on the subject of critical thinking. I shared yesterdays post with a student of mine, and he asked what the secrets are, the ones mentioned in the video. I found something – linked below. What are some value’s that you know or believe toContinue reading “Critical Thinking, part 2 of 2”
Augment and Critical Thinking. What Do These Have to do With English?
Separately or together? How or even why, why would you want to separate the two? Let’s take a look at the word augment from a dictionaries point of view. Remember, read the whole definition: Merriam-Webster’s definition of “augment”: http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/augment Okay, augment what? Something many, I dare say, most people never learned, let alone, apply. Okay,Continue reading “Augment and Critical Thinking. What Do These Have to do With English?”
Which is the Best and Easiest Way to Learn?
Honestly, there is NO one way that’s best for everyone! Some people need an orderly, no-nonsense learning style; others a more relaxed, a non confrontational style, and while there are others, this one is my favorite – the non confrontational but humorous style. I think, I believe and have proven that when a teacher presentsContinue reading “Which is the Best and Easiest Way to Learn?”
Learning from AI and From Humans, in short, Which is Better?
There is an on going debate about which is the better way to learn English/languages. Here, I have provided you with a few videos which I hope will help you understand the advantages and disadvantages. Continue to learn more: Another… Here is a video that’s explaining what I told you last week. AI will notContinue reading “Learning from AI and From Humans, in short, Which is Better?”
AI, Better for Learning? Here Are a Few Videos to Help You Consider
Here is some (or a lot of) information for you to consider; Learning from AI is learning from a reflection – a mirror: AI thwarts a persons ability to think – AI can do things for you, but people are lazy when someone, something can do it for them. How can AI teach us howContinue reading “AI, Better for Learning? Here Are a Few Videos to Help You Consider”
What Makes a Great Teacher? How Much Do You Learn from Your Teacher?
What does one learn from a teacher? Ummm… let’s see… The subject… How to use the subject matter in the real world… How to communicate with others, especially in the subject studied… This list is long. The teachers and university professors that influenced me the most were the ones that were approachable – those whoContinue reading “What Makes a Great Teacher? How Much Do You Learn from Your Teacher?”
What is Critical Thinking?
Many years ago, I had to take a class to teach in a Mexican school. One of the things the instructor said in the class was that the level of education from K to 12 was great; afterward K thru 12, the level went down, but he didn’t know why. This past weekend, this subjectContinue reading “What is Critical Thinking?”
Are You Discombobulated? Before You Answer, Which is It? Tear or Tear?
I used to laugh at the word, ‘discombobulate’, even the past tense version, ‘discombobulated’. It sounded so weird, so I eventually looked up the word so I’d understand how to use it. Before we get into the pronunciation and meaning of that word, let’s get into a word AI usually gets wrong, which is oneContinue reading “Are You Discombobulated? Before You Answer, Which is It? Tear or Tear?”
How Two Little Slashes Change the Pronunciation and Meaning of a Word
Beside changing the pronunciation and its meaning, one is a verb, the other is a noun. Just two slashes, this is all it takes! Alright, let’s give you an example: “Hurry up! Resume typing your résumé.” Let’s go American first; Merriam-Webster’s definition of “resume“: http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/resume Merriam-Webster’s definition of “résumé“: http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/résumé … or very happy! 😁Continue reading “How Two Little Slashes Change the Pronunciation and Meaning of a Word”
Simple Words, Not So Simple to Pronounce or Understand and of Course, More
Here are a couple of words we as people get wrong on occasion, but AI seems to constantly get wrong, in pronunciation: • Bow • Bow • Bow “Please tie a bow on the gift!” “Play the cello with the bow.” “Before you spar in martial arts, it’s respectful to bow.” “To shoot an arrow,Continue reading “Simple Words, Not So Simple to Pronounce or Understand and of Course, More”
Wound or Wound? Which is it? Refuse or Refuse? Also, Which One? & More!
We’re back to words spelled the same, pronounced differently and that have different meanings! I like audio books! Why? The stories are very nice and my mind creates the scenery. However, the stories are told via AI, which pronounces certain words incorrectly, such as the ones in the title. If you don’t know the words,Continue reading “Wound or Wound? Which is it? Refuse or Refuse? Also, Which One? & More!”
Today, We Explore the Variances of One Word, Live
Without a context, you really don’t know which version of the word I intended. Was I using it as a verb, an adjective, or an adverb? “Live, from New York!” “He was reporting live, and it was a lively report. Everyone was talking with great feeling!” “She lived a very nice life.” Here, read theContinue reading “Today, We Explore the Variances of One Word, Live”
Hi! Are You High? and a Few More Words You Should Know
Hi! I was to post something yesterday, but life got in the way of creativity 😖 Any who… Since I’m catching up from yesterday, let’s just dive into an English word salad. Starting from the title: Merriam-Webster’s definition of “hi”: http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hi … not to be confused with, i.e., don’t capitalize both letters unless…; Merriam-Webster’s definitionContinue reading “Hi! Are You High? and a Few More Words You Should Know”
What’s the Benefits of Writing in English Daily? Mean vs. Mien – the Difference’s & more
Well, it’s Monday – again😋 I have a few things for you today, mostly beneficial for you… others? 🤔 So what ya think? Let’s get started? Cool! Here are two words, spelled differently, they have very different meanings that you should know, but their pronunciation is the same – welcome to English! So, what areContinue reading “What’s the Benefits of Writing in English Daily? Mean vs. Mien – the Difference’s & more”
A Seasoning vs. a Measurement?
Actually, both can be measured. While in a general sense, unless one of these words is pronounced correctly, if one doesn’t hear this letter, the meaning is lost, or confused. Let me give you a very short example; ‘It’s time to add thyme to the pot.’ Most everyone knows what time is; Merriam-Webster’s definition ofContinue reading “A Seasoning vs. a Measurement?”
You See These words and Abbreviations Often, but Do You Understand?
Whew! 😜 Finally, it’s Friday! So to close this week, let’s do some things you’ve more than likely seen, but don’t always understand at the moment: What does O. E. M. or just OEM mean? This is seen more by technical professionals, but still with average communicator’s; Definition of OEM is original equipment manufacturer. LearnContinue reading “You See These words and Abbreviations Often, but Do You Understand?”
How Many Variations Are There for This Word?
Many! I debated – not too long – about posting this, but it is a common word, even in its variations. Some people are ashamed to say this word, quietly, or aloud, some just like a name they know… the reasons vary, but many are humorous, and that’s what you’ll learn here! Even though thisContinue reading “How Many Variations Are There for This Word?”
What is a ‘Double Entendre’? and a Couple More!
Hi! 👋🏼 The following is definitely for those in the “Expert” level, but you can get there with me, and enjoy the learning also! This post is a little late, but its here! The next and last one for this week will be on Friday… unless I feel inspired to do an extra one 😜
Do You Know the Difference? and…
This past Sunday I was (re?) exploring an app, then a new – to me – widget for this website and discovered some things I either didn’t know, or forgot – accidentally, or on purpose… conveniently or not, about something’s I either didn’t know, or just forgot… hey, something’s I can blame on age 😜Continue reading “Do You Know the Difference? and…”
Different Spelling, Same Pronunciation and a Word Extension with Definition and Example
Yesterday, you learned the difference between mail and mail, now you can learn another word which sounds like mail, with a different spelling, and an extended version of the same word, with a definition and an example! You more than likely know and understand the word, “male“, but just in case you dont know, orContinue reading “Different Spelling, Same Pronunciation and a Word Extension with Definition and Example”
Valuable Knowledge for English Students!
For the past several weeks, I’ve thinking about teaching basic classes, and attempting to find online books for students. Well, I couldn’t find books that I felt appropriate for my students, present nor future, so since ive been teaching ESL for well over ten years, ive decided to put that knowledge on (virtual) paper andContinue reading “Valuable Knowledge for English Students!”
Finally! Reason’s to Learn and Improve Your English!
You have wanted to learn and/or to improve your English, but you don’t know how to, nor who with… understandable. There are many English teachers available and many ways to learn. Most English teachers I’ve met think and/or believe that learning solely or mostly by a book is the best, or the only way toContinue reading “Finally! Reason’s to Learn and Improve Your English!”
Happy Valentines Day!
These are perfect words for today! Are you infatuated with someone, or moonstruck? Can you be both? “I’m really infatuated with my girlfriend, but I used to be moonstruck.” I know, there are few that know the difference between infatuation and being moonstruck. So let’s attempt to untangle your thoughts on these two words. First,Continue reading “Happy Valentines Day!”
Today: Vocabulary; Yesterday’s Video; Website Update; Class Info!
Is this enough information for today? Recently, I was listening to something where the following word was used. While I know what it means, especially in the context it was used, I had a sudden thought – not all of your students know or understand! Hence, this post with the word! Here’s an example ofContinue reading “Today: Vocabulary; Yesterday’s Video; Website Update; Class Info!”
Why I Had a Conversation About AI vs. Humans
I.e., logic vs. desires and things new As I stated in LinkedIn – my only business and social network – I was just cruising around in LinkedIn, checking out what’s new when I ran across this post: https://is.gd/H76vks I liked what she said so very much, I asked her if I could post her article/post.Continue reading “Why I Had a Conversation About AI vs. Humans”
Here’s a Lot of Information for You!
… and its useful, in many ways! I’m sorry that I didn’t post anything last week… another way of saying the obvious is, I was very occupied! Part of the reason for me being occupied was, I just got a couple of new students who really don’t speak, nor understand English well… at all. So,Continue reading “Here’s a Lot of Information for You!”
The Following Should Jibe with You
These posts are for you, the reader to increase your vocabulary with words that are commonly used – sometimes seldom, other times, often. So what does jibe mean? Using the title line above, here is another way to express the same thought: The following should resonate with you! Definition of: ‘jibe’ is: ”. Learn moreContinue reading “The Following Should Jibe with You”
Here’s Something that just Came in Out of the Blue!
So many meanings for one simple word! Recently I was reading something and it kinda hit me that there are several meanings for one simple word – depending on, of course, the context. For examples, the first one is in the title of this post. Others can be from, “I’m singing the blues”, to ”Continue reading “Here’s Something that just Came in Out of the Blue!”
P and C Advanced English taught by K. William Spencer 