english language learner

Whose and who’s are homophones that are often confused by learners and native speakers of English alike. Here is a short guide to help understand the difference between them. whose Whose is a determiner. You use whose to ask or say who something or someone belongs or relates to. I know whose fault it is. Whose… Read More

In most circumstances, you can use Goodbye when you leave a person or a place, such as a shop or bank, etc. If it’s nighttime, you can use Good night. Goodbye, Helen! Thanks for coming. Thanks for all your help. Goodbye. Good night. See you in the morning. Goodbye is… Read More

When asking for something from someone, use please. Two kilos of oranges, please. Could you give these to Anders, please? Please could I borrow this chair? To say that you would like something that someone has offered you, use Yes, please. ‘Would you like some more coffee?’ ‘Yes, please.’ ‘Can… Read More

The most common way to show that you are sad for someone when something bad has happened is to use I’m (so) sorry. or I’m sorry to hear … Diana told me about your brother’s accident. I’m so sorry. I heard that Charlie had lost his job, Sara. I’m sorry. Read More