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English Tip of the Day: 213 False friends

By Kenneth Beare, About.com

Tip of the Day:

False friends

Usage Tip

Sometimes a word that sounds the same in your language may have a completely different meaning in English.

Example Sentences

Italian: sensible English: sensible
French: Trainer English: Trainer

Quiz of the Day - Simple Past or Present Perfect English Grammar Review Quiz:

Try this 30 question quiz testing the use of simple past or present perfect. For example Jack _____ (work) as an banker before he _____ (become) a teacher.

Simple Past or Present Perfect English Grammar Review Quiz

English Worksheet of the Day - Modifying Words and Phrases:

There are a number of words and phrases that can help express your opinion. These words and phrases are common in creative writing, writing reports, and other types of writing intended to persuade.

Modifying Words and Phrases

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