Linguistics

Many of us use numerous common English idioms without even thinking much about the history behind them. Most of these idioms are based on dark events rooted in slavery to bloodshed. This article helps you understand some of these idioms' fascinating (and sometimes dark) origins.

A preposition is a word or group of words used to link nouns, pronouns and phrases to other words in a sentence. Some examples of prepositions are single words like in, at, on, of, to, by and with or phrases such as in front of, next to.

Our language may hide certain traits of our ethnic mentality -- or, is it merely that those linguistic fathers back there had those traits, while we are just innocently using the language as another given in life.

The study of language is an amazing thing. Language changes our minds and hearts. We are what we think and feel; we can make it happen by planning and working. Find out more about language concepts from this article.

How does reading affect children's development?

The Veda is the root of Hinduism as well as the whole Universe. This article explains what these Vedas are and what they are divided into.

If you’re an adult who wants to start learning English, there are some simple things you can do that will make your journey easier. Whether you’re living in the United States or any other English-speaking country.

Those who have studied William Shakespeare's plays will know that March 15 is known as the "Ides of March." If you are superstitious, you will know exactly what the warning "Beware of the Ides of March" means.

What should be the basic steps to practice fluent English speaking

Students are the future of any country. Code switching can leave strong positive effects on their learning process which will be blessing for a nation.This article will illustrate on how it could really work!

This article will illustrate how Multicultural Education helps the students, society and a country as a whole in this dynamic age of learning.

An idiom is a phrase that represents a figurative concept. They tend to be understood within groups, like those who speak the same language, or could be localized even further to particular countries and regions. Learn ten common idioms in the English language to improve your conversation skills.

English is the language of international communication. Most countries are globally competitive and so are the must people thus, making English as one of the most important skill that one should have. In this article, I'm going to talk about some of the reasons why English is important.

Author tries to show the development of military terms in the independent Ukraine. Their analysis shows the pluses and minuses of the Ukrainian state policy in the sphere of defence's building. He considers all levels in spreading this type of terms in connection with hopes of Ukrainians.

Have you planned your IELTS test? Preparing for the IELTS test is not simple and requires a lot of time and practice. It is advisable to draw up a lesson plan and stick to it. Here we present 11 ways to help you prepare for your IELTS test

A Kafka Trap is a rhetorical device in which a denial of guilt becomes evidence of guilt

The spot of human entire depiction from perfection can be restore, for the grace of God is still in open hand for serving His chosen people.

Some people are good conversationalists and others love to communicate with them. There are some very bad conversationalists and people dread trying to have a decent conversation with them. Are you a good conversationalist?

In this article it says about the history of a new trend of the cinema production. The Lost World opened the area of dinosaurs that has been lasting from 1925 till our days. The author analysed the script, the play of actors, the role of producer, and the writer using the intermedial method.

The author underlines that extra-curricular works in English may have the same value as the lesson's activities. In playing, artistic form pupils receive a lot of interesting information.

All that you need to know for your IELTS journey: Writing Edition.

This is short explanation of the word "Never." Hint: It means Less than you may think it does.

Thinking about learning a new language? This article will provide insight and possibly inspiration.

For everyone, learning the basic steps can do a lot for developing and improving the skills of language learners and speakers. Here are the tips to improve your English skills.

This article discusses three words that weren't part of my personal vocabulary before January 2021. They're new to me if not to you!

The article concentrates on how to construct a sentence in English and explains in-detail about Parts of sentences.

Discover "new" and trending words that have been inspired by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Diglossia is a term is socio-linguistics, where the same language is used in two ways in a society or community. Let us read thoroughly about the concept.

This twenty-first century is the best time for globalization which is really bringing the whole world very close. Bilingual education system has huge contribution to get the world almost in our hand as it is helping in communication by using English as first or second language over the world.

NLP is a highly positive resource that should only ever be used in an ethical manner to brainwash individuals (self or others) to amend change in their thoughts and behaviors so to achieve DESIRED GOALS.Studies show NLP can be successfully used in every walk of life to transform oneself and others.

How to pass Acadsoc Interview

We all tend to use the terms "knowledge", "intelligence", and "wisdom" interchangeably. But should we?

Anybody who knows more than one language and has been asked to translate from one language to another, or has even just asked someone, “How do you say this in X language?” has either answered the request or encountered the response, “You can’t really say that in X.”

This is a guide meant to offer some help and insight to those considering teaching in Thailand. This guide is geared towards non-native speakers but some of the information can be of use to native speakers too.

With the rise of English as a global language, there is more and more demand for private English teachers around the world. Here's how to get started in this in-demand field.

Punctuation problems are a common experience to speakers of English as a second language. When the teaching is rule-based learners forget easily. Other problems include mother tongue interference and translation.

An easy step-by-step guide for anyone showing others how to teach English as a foreign language to children.

Prepare for your ESL Reading lessons by following a lesson plan format that provides pre-, during, and post- reading activities. Use this to create reading lessons from authentic materials.

A person only has to listen to one conversation Steve Harvey has to hear that his communication skills could use some work.

How to better set goals for learning a new language.

If you listen to people talk, they misuse the words "house" and "home." Even real estate agents whose job it is to sell houses misuse the words.

Full marks, you've graduated this far! Before long you'll qualify for your Yorksher Citizenship, so keep it up. This is the final leg of your pilgrimage, so enjoy. The only test will be real life...

Yorkshire dialect, English but almost as mysterious as that of the Inuits. A language that needs translating into Standard English. Welcome to the Practical Aspect of understanding 'Tyke' (Yorkshire)

Language discrimination can lead to generalized negative evaluations of those with an imperfect command of English. This, in turn, can lead to negative self-evaluations and self-fulfilling prophecies.