by misterlan | Apr 24, 2025 | C1, Uncategorized
In English, certain adverbs carry meanings that seem very similar on the surface. Two of these are “hardly” and “barely.” While they both express a small amount or degree of something, they’re not always interchangeable. Let’s explore their differences, usage, and... by misterlan | Apr 24, 2025 | B2, Uncategorized
In English, we often want to show contrast—when one thing happens even though something else could have stopped it. Words like despite, in spite of, and although help us express this idea. They all show contrast, but their grammar is different. Let’s look at how to... by misterlan | Apr 24, 2025 | Uncategorized
The phrasal verb “set up” can have different meanings depending on the situation. It usually means to prepare, to organize, or to arrange something. Let’s look at the most common ways to use “set up” with simple examples for each one. 1. To prepare or arrange... by misterlan | Apr 24, 2025 | Uncategorized
The phrasal verb “carry on” is simple to understand and very common in spoken English. It means to continue doing something. Let’s break it down in an easy way with examples to help you feel confident using it. 1. Main Meaning: Continue Doing Something You use “carry... by misterlan | Apr 24, 2025 | Uncategorized
“Break down” and “break up” are two common phrasal verbs in English, but they mean very different things. Let’s look at each one step by step, with simple meanings and clear examples so you can understand how to use them. 1. Break Down “Break down” has a few common... by misterlan | Apr 24, 2025 | Uncategorized
The phrasal verbs “turn up” and “turn down” can have more than one meaning depending on the situation. They are used in everyday English to talk about volume or intensity, showing up, rejecting something, and more. Let’s break it down in a simple way with examples. 1....