English Grammar Lessons And Worksheets
There are a number of phrases that are commonly used to introduce strangers. Anne, do you know Mary? (introducing Mary to Anne.) Mary, this is my friend Anne. (introducing Anne to Mary.) John, I...
I’m working on You can use this structure to talk about something that you are doing at the moment. Here are some examples: • I’m working on a prestigious project. • I’m working on...
I’m sorry to You can use this structure to express a feeling of sympathy or regret. Here are some examples: • I’m sorry to hear about your Dad’s illness. • I’m sorry to have...
I’m calling to + (verb) This structure is used to talk about the purpose of calling somebody by phone. After I’m calling, we use an infinitive with to. Here are some examples: • I’m...
This structure is used when you are inquiring how often somebody does something. Study the following sentences. How often do you visit your parents? How often do you go to the movies? How often...
The structure for + noun/pronoun + infinitive is very common in English. It is used when an infinitive needs its own subject. It only takes ten minutes for me to walk to the office....
This structure is used when you want to ask someone if there is anything you can do for them. Do you want me to help you with the housework? Do you want me to...
When we meet people we know we usually ask about their health or general well-being by using the question How are you? • Hi Seena, how are you? • Glad to meet you James....
Being polite in English Although spoken English is quite informal, formal language is used when you wish to be polite. Could you please tell me the time, please? (Much more polite than ‘Please tell...
If you did not hear or understand what is said, you may ask people to repeat it. British people usually say ‘Sorry?’ to request people to repeat. In an informal style you can say...