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Countables and Uncountables Nouns - How to distinguish??
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Monday, September 22, 2014
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Thursday, September 4, 2014
Troublesome words
Homonyms in English are strange little words that sound similar but are spelled differently and have different meanings. These can be tricky, and not just for those learning English as a second language, even those who have spoken the language since birth can confuse them from time to time. Here are some common homonyms and examples of each word’s proper usage.
Past vs. Passed
This pair is among the most notorious of homonyms and are regularly–and incorrectly–swapped. To make the confusion worse, not only do the two words sound similar, they are often used in similar situations. “Past” is a noun, adjective, and adverb, and “passed” is generally used as a verb or adjective. To determine the use and meaning, examine the rest of the sentence: read it “in context”.
Noun: “In the past, television had much fewer commercials.”
Adjective: “Over the past week, Bob has really helped out.”
Verb: “The red car passed the blue car,” or “Because he studied homonyms all night, Fred passed his English test.”
“The time for action is in the past.”
“The time for action has passed.”
Lie vs Lay
When used as verbs, these words are frequently confused and are among the most difficult to keep straight. A way to remember: “lie” is “doing” and “lay” is “putting”.
The verb forms of lie: lie (present,) lay (past), and lain (past participle).
The verb forms of lay: lay (present), laid (past), and laid (past participle). “Layed” is not a word and is incorrect.
“After lunch, you should lie down.”
“The lions lie in the tall grass, watching the zebras.”
“The bed was messy, as if someone had lain in it.”
Rise vs Raise
Similar to lie and lay, “rise” is an action that is performed, and “raise” is an action that is performed on an object.
“When I rise in the morning, I like to read the paper.”
“The motto for the Portland Trailblazers is ‘Rise With Us’.”
“Frankie rose late for work today and had to rush.”
“The Sun Also Rises”–a novel by Ernest Hemingway
“Families prefer to raise their children in a quiet neighborhood.”
“I raised my pillow to hit the alarm clock.”
Proceed vs Precede
“Proceed” means to advance or carry on, especially after an interruption.
“After lunch, we shall proceed with the tour.”
“The chicken proceeded to lay half a dozen eggs.”
“Hopefully the party proceeds as planned, despite the rain.”
“Precede” refers to something that comes before.
There are lists of homonyms on the web, as English is riddled with words that sound similar yet have different meanings and/or spellings; some of them are very common and are used in everyday conversation and writing. There are no quick rules on them, and most are just a matter of memorization and reading the words in context. Can you think of any others that still confuse you?
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Monday, September 1, 2014
10 Colorful Idioms
Essentially, idiomatic expressions have acquired an additional proverbial meaning that goes beyond the literal phrase. Here are a few examples of idioms that use the names of colors in an imaginative way.
As Black as the Ace of Spades
This idiom describes a state of being that epitomizes complete and utter darkness. It can also describe an object that represents the truest black color. For example, Jessica’s mink stole was as black as the ace of spades.
Blue Blood
Anyone who claims to have royal heritage, aristocratic status or luxury privileges can be called a blue blood. Here’s an example. Ivan the Terrible was a true blue blood, but he was also known for his reign of terror.
Anyone who claims to have royal heritage, aristocratic status or luxury privileges can be called a blue blood. Here’s an example. Ivan the Terrible was a true blue blood, but he was also known for his reign of terror.
Out of the Blue
This common idiom describes an unusual or surprising occurrence. Here’s an example. Julian asked Chelsea to elope out of the blue.
This common idiom describes an unusual or surprising occurrence. Here’s an example. Julian asked Chelsea to elope out of the blue.
A Gray Area
This idiom applies to a situation or concept that is unclear, open to interpretation or can be exploited to find loopholes. For example, zoning laws affecting commercial buildings and residential apartments have brought up a legal gray area.
This idiom applies to a situation or concept that is unclear, open to interpretation or can be exploited to find loopholes. For example, zoning laws affecting commercial buildings and residential apartments have brought up a legal gray area.
Gray Matter
The gray matter describes a group of important cells that are found in the cerebral cortex. For example, Agatha Christie’s character Hercule Poirot praises the fortitude of his gray matter when he mentions his “little gray cells.”
The gray matter describes a group of important cells that are found in the cerebral cortex. For example, Agatha Christie’s character Hercule Poirot praises the fortitude of his gray matter when he mentions his “little gray cells.”
Grass is Always Greener on the Other Side
This common proverb describes a place or situation that appears better but is often no better than current conditions. Here’s an example. Jessie thought it would be great to go to a private school, but the grass is always greener on the other side.
This common proverb describes a place or situation that appears better but is often no better than current conditions. Here’s an example. Jessie thought it would be great to go to a private school, but the grass is always greener on the other side.
Pink Slip
Although notices of termination are not printed on pink paper, this common metaphor is used when a worker is fired. Here’s an example. After arriving late for the fifth time in one week, Sam was finally given the pink slip.
Wave a White Flag
This is an official military sign to surrender or to negotiate a truce, but it is also used in conversation. For example, after bickering for an hour, Margaret waved the white flag.
Although notices of termination are not printed on pink paper, this common metaphor is used when a worker is fired. Here’s an example. After arriving late for the fifth time in one week, Sam was finally given the pink slip.
Wave a White Flag
This is an official military sign to surrender or to negotiate a truce, but it is also used in conversation. For example, after bickering for an hour, Margaret waved the white flag.
Red Herring
A red herring is a deceiving clue or distraction that is intended to be misleading. Here’s an example. Sherlock Holmes is never deceived by red herrings. He can always determine the true culprit.
A red herring is a deceiving clue or distraction that is intended to be misleading. Here’s an example. Sherlock Holmes is never deceived by red herrings. He can always determine the true culprit.
Green Thumb
Those who are lucky enough to have a green thumb seem to grow lush plants without trying. Here’s an example. Mr. Wilson always has fresh strawberries and ripe tomatoes before summer begins. He certainly has a green thumb.
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Those who are lucky enough to have a green thumb seem to grow lush plants without trying. Here’s an example. Mr. Wilson always has fresh strawberries and ripe tomatoes before summer begins. He certainly has a green thumb.
10 Idioms About Food
Idioms are phrases that have taken on new meaning, and English is riddled with food references. Here are ten examples of idioms that are food-related.
“Nutty as a Fruitcake”
A crazy or odd person is called a nut, and there are a lot of nuts in fruitcake. This is used from harmless silliness to someone who needs professional help.
A crazy or odd person is called a nut, and there are a lot of nuts in fruitcake. This is used from harmless silliness to someone who needs professional help.
“That Annabelle is sweet, but she is as nutty as a fruitcake.”
“Frank is nuttier than a fruitcake; he once painted himself blue for a football game…in December!”
“Frank is nuttier than a fruitcake; he once painted himself blue for a football game…in December!”
“Slower than Molasses”
Molasses is a syrupy liquid that pours slowly. For drama, people will add “in January,” “going uphill,” or both.
Molasses is a syrupy liquid that pours slowly. For drama, people will add “in January,” “going uphill,” or both.
“Phyllis is an excellent typist, but she is slower than molasses when filing reports.”
“That horse I bet on was slower than molasses going uphill in January. I lost $40!”
“That horse I bet on was slower than molasses going uphill in January. I lost $40!”
“Cool as a Cucumber”
A person who is able to remain calm is “as cool as a cucumber.”
A person who is able to remain calm is “as cool as a cucumber.”
“Our boss was as cool as a cucumber when he told us our paychecks would be late.”
“Her car was on fire, her dog was on fire, and her hair was on fire, but Janet somehow remained as cool as a cucumber.”
“Her car was on fire, her dog was on fire, and her hair was on fire, but Janet somehow remained as cool as a cucumber.”
“Bad Apple”
One spoiled apple will cause the apples around it to spoil. The idiom may refer to a bad person, or it can refer to a bad person who affects others.
“That Bob is one bad apple; he came to work with an eye patch, and now everyone is talking like a pirate.”
“I am not allowed to date you, my dad says you are a bad apple.”
“I am not allowed to date you, my dad says you are a bad apple.”
“Big Cheese”
This refers to a leader, boss, or important person.
This refers to a leader, boss, or important person.
“Since Johnny filled his lunch-box with cookies, he will be the big cheese at school.”
“After the awards were distributed, the company’s big cheese gave a speech.”
“After the awards were distributed, the company’s big cheese gave a speech.”
“Couch Potato”
A lazy person who spends his spare time in front of the TV.
A lazy person who spends his spare time in front of the TV.
“I’m off this weekend, and I intend to be a couch potato.”
“Bob had a beer in one hand, a bag of chips in the other, and the remote on his lap: the perfect picture of a couch potato.”
“Bob had a beer in one hand, a bag of chips in the other, and the remote on his lap: the perfect picture of a couch potato.”
“A Lot on my Plate”
This refers to an over-abundance of food on a dinner plate, and it is used when someone has many responsibilities or scheduled activities.
This refers to an over-abundance of food on a dinner plate, and it is used when someone has many responsibilities or scheduled activities.
“Asked to plan the company’s 50th anniversary party, Bubba had a lot on his plate.”
“I would go to the zoo with you, but I have too much on my plate this weekend.”
“I would go to the zoo with you, but I have too much on my plate this weekend.”
“Take it with a Grain of Salt”
The source indicated may not be completely trustworthy, so do not automatically believe everything.
The source indicated may not be completely trustworthy, so do not automatically believe everything.
“I have a book on chicken farming, but it’s 150 years old, so I take a lot of the advice with a grain of salt.”
“Frank is a fruitcake; take anything he says with a grain of salt.”
“Frank is a fruitcake; take anything he says with a grain of salt.”
“Piece of Cake”
A task is easy.
A task is easy.
“That crossword puzzle was a piece of cake.”
“I thought that chicken would peck me, but taking her eggs was a piece of cake.”
“I thought that chicken would peck me, but taking her eggs was a piece of cake.”
“Walk on Eggs”
“On eggs” or “walking on eggs” is an attempt to not upset someone in a foul mood.
“On eggs” or “walking on eggs” is an attempt to not upset someone in a foul mood.
“After I broke Mom’s vase, I walked on eggs for a week.”
“You spent the rent money? You had better be on eggs when you get home, mister!”
“You spent the rent money? You had better be on eggs when you get home, mister!”
10 Confusing Homonyms - Part 2
English is riddled with words that sound similar but have completely different meanings, and some words that sound similar have very different spellings. The infographic and 10 examples of homonyms and homophones will straighten some of this confusion out.
What are Homonyms?
Words that sound similar and have different spellings and different meanings are generically referred to as homonyms. The terms “homophones and homonyms” are as confusing as the words they describe. By the strictest definition, homophones and homonyms both sound alike, but homophones are unique in that they are spelled differently.
Steel and Steal
A metal refined from iron: “The building had steel beams at its center.”
To take something belonging to another: “Don’t steal, or you will go to jail.”
A metal refined from iron: “The building had steel beams at its center.”
To take something belonging to another: “Don’t steal, or you will go to jail.”
Bow and Bow
A decoration for the hair: “Her hair was tied in a green bow.”
To bend down out of respect: “When the queen walks past, men bow to her.”
A decoration for the hair: “Her hair was tied in a green bow.”
To bend down out of respect: “When the queen walks past, men bow to her.”
Aloud and Allowed
Out loud, as opposed to mentally: “Please read the next chapter aloud, Sarah.”
Permitted: “Cheeseburgers are not allowed on my diet, but I eat them anyway.”
Out loud, as opposed to mentally: “Please read the next chapter aloud, Sarah.”
Permitted: “Cheeseburgers are not allowed on my diet, but I eat them anyway.”
Club and Club and Club
A solid object used as a tool or weapon: “I used my purse as a club and pounded the mugger’s head.”
A group sharing a similar interest or aim: “Bill joined the model train club.”
A commercial establishment for drinking and dancing: “Come to the club with me on Friday.”
A solid object used as a tool or weapon: “I used my purse as a club and pounded the mugger’s head.”
A group sharing a similar interest or aim: “Bill joined the model train club.”
A commercial establishment for drinking and dancing: “Come to the club with me on Friday.”
Right and Write and Rite
Opposite direction of left: “The store will be on your right after the first stop sign.”
To place characters, words or symbols on a solid surface: “Write your name at the top of the test.”
A formal ceremony or ritual: “Many churches practice the rite of baptism.”
Opposite direction of left: “The store will be on your right after the first stop sign.”
To place characters, words or symbols on a solid surface: “Write your name at the top of the test.”
A formal ceremony or ritual: “Many churches practice the rite of baptism.”
Sea and See
A large body of water: “The crab fisherman spent a month at sea.”
To view with the eyes: “He climbed the largest tree to see if he was near the forest’s edge.”
A large body of water: “The crab fisherman spent a month at sea.”
To view with the eyes: “He climbed the largest tree to see if he was near the forest’s edge.”
Fine and Fine and Fine
A monetary penalty: “The library gave Bubba a fine when he brought his book back late.”
Thin: “The necklace was made of fine strands of woven gold.”
Alright or okay: “She asked how I was, and I said I was fine.”
A monetary penalty: “The library gave Bubba a fine when he brought his book back late.”
Thin: “The necklace was made of fine strands of woven gold.”
Alright or okay: “She asked how I was, and I said I was fine.”
Doe and Dough and Dough
A female deer: “A bucks has antlers; a doe does not.”
Flour-based mixture used to make baked products: “Roll the dough out on a floured surface.”
(Slang) money: “I have a lot of time but little dough.”
A female deer: “A bucks has antlers; a doe does not.”
Flour-based mixture used to make baked products: “Roll the dough out on a floured surface.”
(Slang) money: “I have a lot of time but little dough.”
Die and Dye
To depart this world: “As sad as it is, all pets eventually die.”
A substance used to change an item’s color: “Veronica bought purple dye for her hair.”
To depart this world: “As sad as it is, all pets eventually die.”
A substance used to change an item’s color: “Veronica bought purple dye for her hair.”
Rock and Rock and Rock
A type of music: “Listening to rock will rot your brain, Mom always said.”
Gentle swaying motion: “Betty rocked her baby to coax him to sleep.”
A stone: “Billy Joe crammed a rock under the tire so his truck wouldn’t roll.”
A type of music: “Listening to rock will rot your brain, Mom always said.”
Gentle swaying motion: “Betty rocked her baby to coax him to sleep.”
A stone: “Billy Joe crammed a rock under the tire so his truck wouldn’t roll.”
It is more difficult to find words that are both spelled the same and pronounced the same, but there are plenty more than the examples in these lists. Can you think of any homonyms to add?
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10 Confusing Homonyms - Part 1
The Homonym Phenomenon!
Words that sound similar or are written the same but with different meanings are a notorious stumbling block for those learning English as a second language. In truth, native speakers have their share of trouble with them, too. Ten examples of homonyms and homophones and the accompanying infographic will clarify some of these frustrating words.
What are Homonyms?
Homophones and homonyms are two types of words that are regularly confused with each other. There is a general tendency to pile all similar or same-sounding words under the heading of “homonym,” but this is incorrect. Homonyms are words with different meanings that have the same pronunciation and spelling; the word “blue,” for instance, can refer to either a color or a state of sadness. Homophones have different spellings and different meanings but have the same pronunciation, such as in the following examples.
All Together and Altogether
All at once or all in one place: “The family is usually all together at Mom’s house on Sunday.”
Completely or entirely: “Your brother is altogether insane.”
All at once or all in one place: “The family is usually all together at Mom’s house on Sunday.”
Completely or entirely: “Your brother is altogether insane.”
Appraise and Apprise
An estimation of financial value: “The Smith family had their home appraised last year.”
To advise or inform: “We need to apprise Fred of the situation.”
An estimation of financial value: “The Smith family had their home appraised last year.”
To advise or inform: “We need to apprise Fred of the situation.”
Council and Counsel
A body of advisors or managers: “I am a member of the Council of Semi-Important Persons.”
To advise: “Gina counseled the employees to be patient.”
A body of advisors or managers: “I am a member of the Council of Semi-Important Persons.”
To advise: “Gina counseled the employees to be patient.”
Duel and Dual
A contest or fight between two people: “The knights drew their swords and began to duel.”
Comprised of two parts: “The dual purpose of a security guard is prevention and protection.”
A contest or fight between two people: “The knights drew their swords and began to duel.”
Comprised of two parts: “The dual purpose of a security guard is prevention and protection.”
Envelope and Envelop
A paper container used for mailing: “She licked the flap of the envelope and closed it.”
To surround or wrap: “The fog began to envelop the campground.”
A paper container used for mailing: “She licked the flap of the envelope and closed it.”
To surround or wrap: “The fog began to envelop the campground.”
Foreword and Forward
A book’s introduction: “In the foreword, the writer mentions his wife and children.”
Ahead or onward: “Always look forward when moving forward, or you may trip.”
A book’s introduction: “In the foreword, the writer mentions his wife and children.”
Ahead or onward: “Always look forward when moving forward, or you may trip.”
Loose and Lose
Free or not tight: “The screw on the lamp is loose.”
Failing to retain possession of something: “I have several scarves in case I lose one.”
Free or not tight: “The screw on the lamp is loose.”
Failing to retain possession of something: “I have several scarves in case I lose one.”
Peddle and Pedal
To sell something: “My brother peddles vacuums on the weekends for extra money.”
A lever operated with the feet: “She was going too fast, and one foot fell off its pedal.”
To sell something: “My brother peddles vacuums on the weekends for extra money.”
A lever operated with the feet: “She was going too fast, and one foot fell off its pedal.”
Stationary and Stationery
Unmoving or in a fixed position: “I did five miles on the stationary bike at the gym.”
Paper for writing: “The note was written on the hotel’s pink stationery.”
Unmoving or in a fixed position: “I did five miles on the stationary bike at the gym.”
Paper for writing: “The note was written on the hotel’s pink stationery.”
Wreath and Wreathe
A circular decoration: “There was a Christmas wreath of evergreens on every door.”
To encircle or envelop: “Warning scientists of a coming eruption, smoke began to wreathe the volcano.”
A circular decoration: “There was a Christmas wreath of evergreens on every door.”
To encircle or envelop: “Warning scientists of a coming eruption, smoke began to wreathe the volcano.”
As previously stated, homonyms are spelled and pronounced the same but have different meanings. Homographs, on the other hand, are written the same but have different meanings and different pronunciations. Can you name any homographs?
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