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CONDITIONALS

Vocabulary and Phrases

Provide Something for Free (giving away): ofrecer algo gratis. Remove (take something off): quitarse algo. Return (took them back): devolver. Wear Briefly to Decide Whether to Buy (tried on): provarse. Have/Get Something Done: (subject+have/get+object+past participle) Me corté el pelo la semana pasada---) I had/got my hair cut last week. She is painting her room---) she is having/getting her room painted. They will clean the apartment---) They will have/get the apartment cleaned. Mary has done her nails---) Mary has had/got her nails done. PASSIVE: 1. Someone was watching you---) you are being watched for something. 2. They had found the stolen items---) The stolen items have been found (by them). 3. They gave people... Continue reading "Vocabulary and Phrases for Free, Removing, Trying On, and Getting Things Done" »

Mastering Irregular Verbs in English

Understanding Irregular Verbs

Unlike regular verbs that follow a predictable pattern by adding -ed or -d to form the past simple and past participle, irregular verbs have unique forms that must be memorized. This list provides a comprehensive overview of common irregular verbs in English, along with their past simple and past participle forms.

List of Irregular Verbs

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• Be - Was/Were - Been (Ser/Estar)
• Beat - Beat - Beaten (Golpear)
• Become - Became - Become (Llegar a ser)
• Begin - Began - Begun (Empezar)
• Bend - Bent - Bent (Doblar)
• Bet - Bet - Bet (Apostar)
• Bite - Bit - Bitten (Morder)
• Bleed - Bled - Bled (Sangrar)
• Blow - Blew - Blown (Soplar)
• Break - Broke - Broken (Romper)
• Bring - Brought - Brought (Traer)
• Build - Built

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• more (+ clause) ... less (+ clause)

The more you sleep, the less you do.

Other combinations of These patterns are possible.

Examples:

"The harder Joe worked, the more he earned."

"The more he ate, the fatter he got."

NOTES

A. Neither of the two Clauses in the + comparative + the sentences makes sense without the other.

B. In writing, a comma Is used to separate the two clauses.

C. Both clauses need a Verb.

D. In some expressions With better, no verbs are needed.

Jim: When shall I come round to see you?

Tim: The Sooner, the better.

Other comparative Constructions

1- as...As

This construction can Be used with adjectives or adverbs to make comparisons between two things or People.

"I’m As tall as my brother."

"Trains Don’t travel as fast as planes."... Continue reading "Comparative Constructions and Extreme Adjectives" »

Transformations with QUANTIFIERS. Use 5 words maximum

- He doesn't want anything else to be put in his bag.

- The exam was too long for them to finish it in time.

- Is there any chance of you winning the competition?

- Every guest sang happy birthday to the host.

- There was hardly any seat left in the cinema.

- Andrew was sure nothing was missing from his luggage.

- There isn't anything left in this sugar bottle.

- Most of the people who visit this museum come from London.

- Few people believe that he was the murderer.

- None of the others agreed with me.

Transformations with MODALS. Use 5 words maximum

- You aren't allowed to take the camera into the museum.

- They let him go on the excursion if he wanted to.

- Workers may have a cigarette during the break.... Continue reading "Transformations with Quantifiers and Modals" »

Understanding Human Traits

Autocratic Management

My manager's autocratic personality often leads him to dismiss my suggestions for departmental improvement.

Smugness and Ignorance

Her smug expression would have been more irritating if her words hadn't revealed her ignorance of the situation's gravity.

Parsimony and Wealth

Despite his wealth, the parsimonious millionaire refused charitable donations.

Vulgarity and Discipline

Students using vulgar language in class receive after-school detention.

Introspection and Art

The introspective artist constantly questioned their painting skills.

Common Touch and Seniority

Unlike many senior judges, he consistently demonstrates a common touch.

Venality and Corruption

The mayor's venality made him readily accept bribes... Continue reading "Understanding Human Traits and Behaviors" »