Nouns & Verbs | Identifying & Rephrasing

Published on June 12, 2025 by Gina Rancaño, BA Revised on October 8, 2026

In informal speech, using a verb as a noun may be acceptable. But we’ll show you three strategies to avoid this conversion when writing.

Strategies to Detect Differences in Verbs and Nouns
  1. Look for the noun that refers to the verb.
  2. Be aware of exceptions and use them as needed.
  3. Rephrase the whole sentence and use a verb construction.

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Chose vs Choose | Meaning, Difference & Synonyms

Published on June 12, 2025 by Gina Rancaño, BA Revised on March 3, 2026

You’re not alone in your confusion between choose and chose. After all, the pronunciation and the extra “o” are the only things that set these words apart.

So, how do you use them correctly?

Below, we’ll go over their definitions and synonyms, and provide you with a definitive guide on their usage, so you’ll never find yourself asking, “What’s the difference between choose and choose?”

Let’s begin!

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Politically Correct Language | Writing with Care and Clarity

Published on June 12, 2025 by Gina Rancaño, BA Revised on October 8, 2026

How do I spell languages, places, and nationalities correctly? Why should I be sensitive about where to put a hyphen?

Correct Use of Geographic Terms
  • Always uppercase.
  • Usually, there is only one correct adjective ending: -ite, -(ia)n, -(e)r.
  • Hyphenation for geographic specifications and politically correct identities
  • Be sensitive about ethnicities, religions, and origin countries.

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Prefix | Meaning & Examples

Published on June 12, 2025 by Gina Rancaño, BA Revised on March 3, 2026

A prefix is a letter or group of letters that are added to the beginning of a word to change its meaning. For example, “bi-” is a prefix that means “two.” Therefore, bicycle refers to “a human-powered two-wheeled vehicle.”

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Linking Words | Examples & List

Published on June 12, 2025 by Gina Rancaño, BA Revised on October 8, 2026

Linking words, connectives, or transition words all refer to the same words or constructions that facilitate coherence in your texts. They can fulfill various functions (adding, contrasting, elaborating). It’s important to separate them from the main clause by using a comma.

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English Slang Words | 25 Common Examples & Meanings

Published on June 12, 2025 by Gina Rancaño, BA Revised on March 10, 2026

So, you’ve studied English vocabulary fervently. You’ve even done the unthinkable and made sense of the endless number of grammar rules. You’ve made it. “I’m a fluent English speaker,” you say to yourself.

Until one day, someone comes up to you and says, “Are you okay? You’re high-key acting sus, no cap.” Before you can decipher that sentence, he continues, “We’re all vibing over here, but we low-key want to know what’s the tea.” You flail your arms in dismay and give up learning English.

But it doesn’t have to be that way. What you’ve just run into is slang. And trust us when we say, there’s a lot more where that came from.

Learning English slang words is just like learning any other type of word—it takes practice and familiarization. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of current terms commonly used in everyday English. We’ll tell you what they mean and give you example sentences to show you how to use them correctly.

This list will make you a more fluent English speaker, no cap.

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Email Etiquette | Rules for Professional Communication

Published on June 12, 2025 by Gina Rancaño, BA Revised on March 11, 2026

Did you know that a handful of unspoken rules govern proper email etiquette? They may not be explicitly written anywhere, like in a guide or book, but they’re widely known and often strictly followed.

Perhaps you’re aware of this obscure and mysterious set of rules but find yourself uncertain about the specifics. We’re here to clear up the haze by listing the key guidelines you should follow, but before we do, let’s first explain what email etiquette even means.

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Continual vs Continuous | Difference & Examples

Published on June 12, 2025 by Gina Rancaño, BA Revised on March 12, 2026

Continuous and continual come from the same Latin word—“continuus”—but they have slightly different meanings.

Don’t panic! There’s an easy visual trick that can help you remember what these words mean. We’ll show you below and go over definitions, synonyms, and example sentences to illustrate how to use continuous and continual correctly.

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This wasn’t always the case, though. Read on to learn a bit more about the history of these two words.

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