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Grammar in Use: Mastering the past continuous.

Want to paint a picture of the past in progress? This audio will guide you through the power of the past continuous tense. Learn how to talk about actions that were happening at a particular moment in the past or ongoing activities when something else occurred. Discover how to use it to describe simultaneous events and set the scene for your stories.

Get ready to bring your past narratives to life with this essential grammar skill!

Don't hesitate to share your examples and questions in the comments below!

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Grammar in Use: Mastering the past simple.

Get ready to talk about yesterday and all that came before! Unit 3 is your key to mastering the past simple tense. This podcast focuses on how to use this fundamental tense to describe actions that are finished. You'll learn how to form the past simple for both regular and irregular verbs.

Whether you're solidifying your understanding of basic grammar or tackling those tricky irregular verbs, this episode will give you the confidence to talk about past events clearly and accurately.

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This second episod extensively explores the multifaceted word "cheers," tracing its linguistic origins from the Old French term for "face" to its diverse modern applications. It details the semantic evolution of "cheer" from describing outward appearance and inner states to signifying joy, hospitality, and encouragement.

It examines the interjection "cheers!" as a toast, its historical context rooted in ancient libations and social customs, and its various equivalents across different languages and cultures, noting unique etiquette. Furthermore, it highlights the contemporary usage of "cheers" in British English as an informal "thank you" or "goodbye," contrasting it with American English conventions, and discusses related words and phrases. Finally, it outlines the etiquette associated with toasting and share miscellaneous facts about the enduring significance of "cheers" in language and culture.

What are your thoughts on this word? Share your feedback and let us know if you feel more comfortable using it!

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Grammar in Use: Mastering the present simple.

Ready to explore routines and general truths? Let's introduce the present simple tense!

This is your go-to tense for talking about things that are generally true or happen regularly. Think about nurses who look after patients or the Earth that goes round the sun. These are actions that are consistent and factual.

We use the present simple to describe:

• Habits and routines: "I usually go away at weekends".
• General truths and facts: "Water boils at 100 degrees Celsius".
• How often we do things: "I get up at 8 o’clock every morning".

The structure is straightforward: for I, we, you, they, simply use the base form of the verb (work, go, do). For he, she, it, you'll usually add -s or -es to the verb (works, goes, does). Remember those spelling rules for the -s/-es endings!

To ask questions and make negative sentences in the present simple, we use do/does: "Do you speak English?" "I don’t go away very often". Don't forget that does is for he, she, it.

Interestingly, we also use the present simple for verbs like promise, apologise, suggest when we are actually doing that action by saying it. For example, "I promise I won’t be late".

So, what do you do every day? What things are generally true about you or the world around you? How often do you speak English?

Share your examples and questions in the comments below!

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This podcast extensively document Mariah Carey's multifaceted life and career, tracing her journey from a challenging childhood marked by racial prejudice and family issues to her rise as a global music icon.

From Long Island hardship to global superstardom, the story of Mariah Carey is a captivating symphony of talent, resilience, and iconic moments. Born in 1969, Mariah overcame a challenging childhood marked by racial prejudice and family instability. Despite these hurdles, her extraordinary five-octave vocal range and unwavering ambition propelled her into music history.

Her meteoric rise began when Tommy Mottola was instantly captivated by her demo tape, leading to her groundbreaking debut album in 1990, which spawned four #1 hits. Mariah’s reign continued with numerous chart-topping singles, making her the solo artist with the most #1s on the Billboard Hot 100. Hits like "Vision of Love," "Hero," "Fantasy," and the perennial "All I Want for Christmas Is You" cemented her status as a global icon and the "Queen of Christmas".

Navigating high-profile relationships with Tommy Mottola and Nick Cannon, as well as public feuds and personal challenges, Mariah remained a constant force in the music industry. Beyond her musical triumphs, she's a successful businesswoman and dedicated philanthropist.

With over 200 million records sold worldwide, Mariah Carey's influence on pop and R&B is undeniable. Her vocal prowess and genre-bending innovations have inspired generations. Her journey is a testament to perseverance and self-definition in the face of both immense success and adversity.

What are your thoughts on Mariah Carey's incredible journey? Share your feedback and let us know your favorite Mimi moments in the comments below!

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Grammar in Use: Mastering the present continuous

Ready to talk about what's happening right now? Let's dive into the present continuous tense!

This tense is your go-to for actions happening at the time of speaking. Think of Sarah, driving to work as we speak. The action isn't finished; it's in progress.

But it's not just for this very second. We also use the present continuous for:

• Things happening around now, not necessarily at this exact moment. Steve says, "I'm reading a really good book," even if he's on the phone now. He means he's in the middle of reading it.
• Temporary situations. "I'm living with some friends until I find a place of my own".
• Changes that have started to happen. "Is your English getting better?". Verbs like getting, becoming, changing, improving, starting, beginning, increasing, rising, falling, growing often appear in this way.

The structure is simple: am/is/are + -ing.

So, what are you doing right now? What temporary situations are part of your life? What changes are you noticing?

We'd love to hear your thoughts and examples! Leave a comment below.

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