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?”
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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…”
Same Words, Different Meanings
Here are a couple videos which should cause you to at least smile, but if nothing else, help you to understand a bit of the complexity in using and understanding English. By the way, AI, although is good (not great) as a help meet, more than likely will not help you to use and/or understandContinue reading “Same Words, Different Meanings”
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”
… and You Thought This Word Only Meant…?
Let’s increase your English vocabulary… What is this? Have you figured it out yet? If not, here’s another hint; Enough hints; Got it yet? There is mail, then there is mail! 😶 The oldest of the two is, or was something used in ancient wars, when fighting was typically face-to-face. So mail was used becauseContinue reading “… and You Thought This Word Only Meant…?”
Which Word Will You Chose?
Who or Whom? In an effort to speak correctly, here is an explanation, and possibly an easy way to remember how an when to use the correct wording and phrases! https://www.merriam-webster.com/grammar/who-vs-whom-grammar-usage Hopefully this explains what you need to know. It was something I’d hear about when I was young(er). Surprisingly, when I was young(er), IContinue reading “Which Word Will You Chose?”
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!”
Here is My Video About My Online Classroom!
Just as an early note, this video is posted on my website page as well as the link to the “Potential Students” classroom that is mentioned in this video. I’m not going to make you go there if you want to visit the classroom, so I’ll post the link below. Here’s the new video: ThereContinue reading “Here is My Video About My Online Classroom!”
I’m Creating a Couple of Videos for You, the Potential Student
Hi! I know, I haven’t posted in awhile, but now that I’ve done some productive thinking and planning, I’m currently putting some things together for the persons wanting and needing to learn and improve English – no matter where you live! This is one of the advantages of learning online! I’m currently putting a videoContinue reading “I’m Creating a Couple of Videos for You, the Potential Student”
You Need or Want to Improve Your English!
Don’t just like this post, contact me! Here’s some ways to do so! Yes, we can talk through any of these platforms, plus an American phone number! … or you can leave me a message in the comment section below. Let’s talk! Let me know a date and time, and which platform you want toContinue reading “You Need or Want to Improve Your English!”
Just a Little Update, and a Bit of Information
Pardon me, but I’m starting with a little apology: What are your comments and/or suggestions? Anyway, here is my latest ad that I created yesterday. Group classes are available, just like individual classes! Also, groups of five or more students get a discount! Contact me now and let’s get you started on your way toContinue reading “Just a Little Update, and a Bit of Information”
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!”
Here is the Voiceover I Told You About Last Week!
There’s another post coming later… This is just fulfilling my statement from last week… if I’m a bit late, it’s because I had difficulty uploading it to YouTube. This video is to show you two things: • For you to hear my voice although I speak in a more relaxed voice; • For you toContinue reading “Here is the Voiceover I Told You About Last Week!”
Do You Think That English is the International Language?
What does that mean? Beside your native language, who else communicates with it? If you travel to a foreign country, do the majority of people there speak your language – as a second language? If you’re working with a company that’s international, do they want English speakers along with another language? Enough questions. Listen andContinue reading “Do You Think That English is the International Language?”
Happy Gregorian New Year! and a Bit More…
So what’s a Gregorian New Year? Gregorian is describing something; in this case like describing, Chinese New Year, or Jewish New Year. So, since most of the world uses the Gregorian calendar… Happy Gregorian New Year! So, why the separation? Simply put, each culture – society, created their own calendar, religion, societal rules, etc., butContinue reading “Happy Gregorian New Year! and a Bit More…”
Learn Advanced English Online at 50% Off!
Register Now! Register now, or at least up to Saturday, 11 January 2025 for you, or a friend/family! If you don’t have WhatsApp, send me an email with your day and time to connect and we’ll make something work… I have many options! Improve for work – present work, future work, for friends, listening toContinue reading “Learn Advanced English Online at 50% Off!”
What is an Epicurean Delight?
OK, so I have two website’s. So? Herein is a post on a phrase you may or may not have heard before. If you haven’t, I believe you’re in for a treat, mostly figuratively! 😋 Have some fun learning, and fight the hunger you may get from reading this! https://open.substack.com/pub/pandcadvancedenglish/p/epicurean-delight?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android&r=3hg8ia
Here is a Synonym for You!
Dobyou know what a synonym is? Read this, and learn a bit more! https://open.substack.com/pub/pandcadvancedenglish/p/heres-a-synonym-for-you-one-that?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android&r=3hg8ia
Another Homonyn: Rhyme and Rime.
They look so different. Are they pronounced the same? Here’s one that even surprised me! I’ve known about a rhyme on time, but I really didn’t know about the word rime – at least not with this meaning. I only called it frost, or wind blown frost: Merriam-Webster’s definition of “rime”: http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rime I think mostContinue reading “Another Homonyn: Rhyme and Rime.”
Oxymoron? What is This?
Oxy is short for “oxygen”, so oxygen for morons? I know, its weird, but it’s a word used fairly often, and in different ways. So what does the word mean? How is it used? Here’s a dictionary definition and example: Merriam-Webster’s definition of “oxymoron”: http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/oxymoron
What is a Moon? What is a Planet? Here are the differences!
Did you ever wonder about how they’re classified? I know quite a few people who do not know the differences between a planet and a satellite. Here are the differences in a but shell: All the planets we know about have satellites, commonly called moons! Merriam-Webster’s definition of “moon”: http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/moon Merriam-Webster’s definition of “planet”: http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/planet
Why My Classes Are Online
They didn’t start this way… Before going online to teach, I taught in middle and high schools, businesses created to teach, a teacher at companies and a few times, on my own. I enjoyed traveling to those places! What brought about the change was the COVID “pandemic”. Everyone was told to go home and stayContinue reading “Why My Classes Are Online”
P and C Advanced English taught by K. William Spencer 