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Essential English Vocabulary and Phrases

Here's a list of common English words and phrases, along with their meanings:

Exhibit: Exhibición, Firm: Firma, Flavor: Sabor, Mood: Humor, Odor: Olor, Pattern: Modelo, Purchase: Compra, Rhythm: Ritmo, Scent: Perfume, Approach: Acercamiento, Remain: Permanezca, Stare: Mirar fijamente, Stink: Apestar, Store: Tienda, Stroke: Golpe, Trigger: Gatillo, Whisper: Susurro, Accurate: Exacto, Bitter: Amargo, Bright: Brillante, Deafening: Ensordecedor, Disgusting: Asqueroso, Faint: Desmayo, Nasty: Repugnante, Pale: Pálido, Pleasant: Agradable, Rough: Áspero, Savory: Salado, Smooth: Liso, Tasty: Sabroso, Tough: Duro, Weird: Extraño, Bring back: Llevar al fondo, Bring along: Llevar, Set off: Salir, Set back: Retrasar,... Continue reading "English Vocabulary, Grammar, and Usage: A Comprehensive Resource" »

Verb Conjugation Chart

This table provides the base form, past simple, and past participle of common irregular verbs in English.

I. COMPLETE THE IDEAS WITH THE CORRECT QUESTION TAGS

1. Mr. Hamilton isn't going to work for that company, is he?

2. Dan played soccer last Monday, didn't he?

3. You'll understand the instructions, won't you?

4. We won't need to visit the museum again, will we?

5. They have a lot of friends, don't they?

6. I know, I know, I am completely wrong, aren't I?

7. The boys would prefer to sit at the back, wouldn't they?

II. USE THE COMPARATIVE OR THE SUPERLATIVE CASE

1. Amy is the most interesting girl I've ever known.

2. What's the best thing about John for you?

3. Your bicycle is much faster than mine.

4. His new novel is more entertaining than his last one.

5. I didn't win the lottery this time, but maybe next time I'll be luckier

6. Good heavens! It's much... Continue reading "English Grammar Exercises for Intermediate Students" »

Pets: Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Company
• Love
• Fidelity

Disadvantages

• Responsibility
• Care
• Veterinary expenses

Mobile Phones: Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Communication
• Entertainment
• Information

Disadvantages

• Addiction
• Data theft
• Privacy concerns

Dream Destinations

If I could travel anywhere, I would choose the Caribbean or the Canary Islands. The Caribbean offers stunning beaches and warm weather, while the Canary Islands are known for their natural beauty and cultural attractions. I would enjoy exploring these destinations with my friends or family.

However, the cost of travel can be a disadvantage. To make it more affordable, I would consider traveling during the off-season or looking for discounts and deals.

Tangible:

Capable of being touched or felt.

Quarry:

The object of a hunt; prey.

Disarming:

Removing or overcoming suspicion.

Cultivated:

Refined or cultured in manner.

Amenity:

Something that adds to one's comfort or convenience.

Droll:

Amusingly odd or comical.

Scruples:

A feeling of uneasiness that keeps a person from doing something.

Solicitously:

In a manner expressing care or concern.

Uncanny:

So remarkable as to seem supernatural.

Instigate:

To stir up; provoke.

Vestibule:

A small entryway within a building.

Agile:

Able to move quickly and easily.

Falter:

To hesitate from lack of courage or confidence.

Ransack:

To search or examine vigorously.

Prudence:

The use of good judgment and common sense.

Ravage:

Serious damage.

Assertion:

A statement.

Coveted:

Greedily desired

Chuleta guardada automáticamente

MUS It’s compulsory / indispensable

• Be obligued
• I’m sure / certain
• Duty
• Surely / Certainly + affirmative

MUSTN’T not allowed

• It’s forbidden / prohibited
• Against the law / not permitted

HAVE TO It’s necessary//need

• NEED TO

DON’T HAVE TO It is not necessary

• DOESN’T NEED TO unnecessary

SHOULD / OUGHT TO advise

• A good idea
• If I were you, I would...
• Suggest
• Had better

SHOULDN’T suggest (negative)

• A wrong idea

CAN Know how to

• Have permission
• Have the ability / Be able to

CAN’T Not possible / Impossible

• Definitely (negative)
• I’m sure / certain (negative)

COULD / MAY / MIGHT PROBABILITY

• Perhaps
• Possible
• Probably
• Likely / In case
• Not sure

COULD / MAY / CAN ASKING FOR PERMISSION

COULD ABILITY IN THE PAST

• knew how to / It was possible

Present Simple: For things we do every day, week... I usually work at home. It doesn't often rain here. Do you speak French? Does Alice like jazz?

sangrar-bleed-bled-bled / encender-light-lighted-lighted

The Emperor of Ice-Cream

Poem Structure

• Two stanzas, each with eight lines.
• Unrhymed, not blank verse.

Title Significance

• The poem's title, "The Emperor of Ice-Cream," is repeated twice within the poem.
• It emphasizes the phrase "the only emperor."

Poetic Voice and Imperatives

• The poetic speaker directly addresses the reader or a group, using imperative verbs like "call," "let," and "bid."

First Stanza: The Kitchen Scene

• Preparation of food, likely ice cream.
• Sexual connotations are present, notably with the word "concupiscent" and the alliteration of the plosive /k/ in "cups concupiscent curds."
• Phallic symbolism: "big cigar" and the description of a muscular man.
• Girls are depicted having fun and flirting in the kitchen while ice cream is being made.
• The

5SOS - Don't Stop

I can refresh you, so can a holiday.
You got me thinking that we could run away.
You are my ticket out; you tell me where and when.
I take your number, said you don't have a phone.
It's getting late now; I gotta let you go.
Everybody wants to take you home tonight.
I'm gonna find a way to make you mine.
Don't stop doin' what you're doin'.
Every time you move to the beat, it gets harder for me.
And you know it, know it, know it.
Don't stop 'cause you know that I like it.
Every time you walk in the room, you got all eyes on you.
And you know it, know it, know it.
Got me close now; sure, I can taste it.
You've got me tongue-tied; I can't escape it.
I remember what you got, the way you push me back.
Everybody wants to take you home tonight.
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