Mastering English: Rephrasing, Writing, and Grammar

Rephrasing Examples

• He's never driven a Porsche before.
  • It's the first time he's ever driven a Porsche.
  • This is the first time he's ever driven a Porsche.
• They have never heard such a funny joke.
  • It's the funniest joke they've ever heard.
• It's a week since she visited me.
  • She hasn't visited me for a week.
• I last called her two days ago.
  • The last time I called her was two days ago.
  • I haven't called her for two days.
• When did she buy the car?
  • How long ago did she buy the car?
  • How long is it since she bought the car?

Writing: Describing a Place

The best place that I have ever visited was (place). I was with my (my friends/family) when I was (number) years old. It was great because we had a good time then.

In (place) you can find several (mountains, rivers, beaches...). There are many (adjective) (noun) which you should visit. I recommend visiting (monument). It's the most beautiful place in (place) to visit because you can (verb phrase) + (complement). Don't forget to eat (food) in (restaurant).

I remember when my (friends/family) and I were in (place). We were (verb phrase ending in -ing) + (complement) when suddenly (subject) + (verb in past tense). It surprised us a lot.

From my point of view, I spent my best days there. I wish I could have other similar experiences like those in the future.

Opinion Essay Structure

At first sight, I think that (topic) is a very important subject to talk about because (subject) + (verb) + (complement).

In the first place, I (agree/disagree) about this because (subject) + (verb) + (complement), so we should/shouldn't + (verb) + (complement).

In the second place, in spite of the fact that (subject) + (verb) + (complement), it's necessary for all to (verb) + (complement).

From my point of view, I believe that we must/mustn't + (verb) + (complement) in order that we can/can't + (verb) + (complement).

Advantages and Disadvantages Essay Structure

At first sight, we realize this subject has two totally different points of view. That's why many people talk about the pros and cons of (proposed topic).

On the one hand, there are some people that believe (subject) + (verb) + (complement). Apart from this, (subject) + (verb) + (complement). As a matter of fact, (subject) + (verb) + (complement).

On the other hand, many people agree with to (verb) + (complement). In other words, (subject) + (verb) + (complement). For this reason, (subject) + (verb) + (complement).

In my view, as far as I'm concerned, I think that it's difficult to opt for any option because there are some people that are damaged at the same time other people are profited by this.

Conditionals

• 1st Conditional: Present + Future
• 2nd Conditional: Past Simple + would/could + verb
• 3rd Conditional: had + verb (past participle) + would/could have + verb (past participle)

Passive Voice

Direct and Indirect Speech