English Lesson : Confusing word pairs Part 03

Many students of English have found the similar sounding word pairs to be very confusing. Knowing which word to use in a particular situation isn't always easy, even for native speakers.

In this lesson Ceema explains some of the most commonly confused English word pairs. They have been chosen especially for ESL learners. The list is not complete, if you have any commonly confused words that you feel should be included. Do put your comments and we will try to address them in the next lesson.

To help you identify which word should be used, and under what circumstances, make sure you know the part of speech the word falls under. Don't forget that some words can be used as more than one part of speech.

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Are you confused with the pronunciation of letter X in English? The letter X take 04 different sounds in English. Students often make mistakes while pronouncing the letter X correctly as their native language does not have a sound for X. This mostly happens with Chinese, Japnese and Korean students. In this free English lesson with your teacher Ceema, you will learn how to pronounce X correctly and improve your English pronunciation.

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Why can’t I speak fluent English?– Stop doing these 7 mistakes – English lesson to Speak fluently and confidently

You are trying really hard to speak fluent English, but your English is not improving or it’s simply not going anywhere beyond the beginner English level. Are you wondering, why is that? Have you tried to find reasons why is your English not improving? In spite of taking so many efforts such as taking English classes, watching English lessons online and many other advices that your teachers give you regularly. Well, you are not alone, there are these 07 things you should stop doing immediately if you want to learn English faster and speak English fluently and confidently. It would take some time, but the end result would be great. Watch this English lesson carefully until the end with Michelle, as she gives you some useful insights based on her experience with English students. To read through the complete video transcript, visit our website at the following link –
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When you make mistakes in writing a business email or a business letter your image doesn’t come out as a thorough professional. In this business English lesson, Ceema is going to point some common errors made by professionals and executives while writing business emails and business letters. Once you understand these errors made in business writing, you would certainly not repeat them again and make you business writing look professional. Sit back and watch this business English lesson!

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Incorrect - I am writing in respect of……

Correct –

I am writing in reference to….
I am writing in regards to ……
I am writing concerning
In correct - We would like to regret the inconvenience……
Correct – We would like to apologize for the inconvenience……

Incorrect – In ensure you that…..
Correct – In ensure that….. ( ensure +fact)

Incorrect – You will receive feedback until next Wednesday.
Correct – You will receive feedback by next Wednesday.

Incorrect – I would like to request some informations.
Correct – I would like to request some information (uncountavble noun)

Incorrect – We except all major credit and debit cards.
Correct – We accept all major credit and debit cards.

Impolite – I want you to email me the reports right now. ( Sounds demanding)
Polite – Could you please email me the reports right now.

Incorrect - I look forward to receive your reply.
Correct – I look forward to receiving your reply.

These are some common errors made while writing business emails and business letter, now make sure you don’t make these mistakes. Don’t forget to subscribe to our channel and stay tuned for more such business English lessons.

10 common expressions use in business English - ESL Lesson

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In this lesson Ceema teaches some common expressions used in business English. In a business environment there are situations where we need to use correct expressions and we fall short of them. These common expressions would help you to express your thoughts more clearly in various situations - may be agreeing or disagreeing on something, displaying your happiness or displeasure, closing a deal etc.

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I always thought using ‘etc.’ is simple, well there are some rules to keep in mind while using this word correctly. The use of ‘etc.’ was never taught to us in school, as it was always considered as an abbreviation. In this lesson you will learn the proper usage of the word ‘etc.’

‘etc.’ is used as a short way to say ‘so on’.

Following are the tips to use ‘etc.’ correctly:-
• It is important that the items that we include in a sentence should be of the same kind. Example: - Bring me soda, alcohol, ice cubes, tonic water etc. for the party tonight.
• Do not use ‘and’ before ‘etc.’
• Do not use etc. to refer to people
• Do not use an introductory phrase for a list ‘such as’ along with etc.
• Do not use etc. more than once in a sentence.
• While speaking one can use the words ‘blah blah blah ‘instead of and so o or etc. but it is not correct to use while writing .
• While writing one can also use the three dots ‘…’ instead of the word etc. The three dots are called as ellipses.

Vocabulary & Phrases to express 'Anger' - English Speaking Lesson

How can you describe someone who is angry? These words and expressions can be used to describe different strengths of anger, from mild anger to rage.

Grumpy - Someone who is often in a bad mood and complains a lot (esp old people):
"He's such a grumpy old man!"

Crotchety - Someone who is easily irritated:
"I hate it when you're in a crotchety mood."

snappy - When you are in a bad mood and speak sharply to people:
"She's in a very snappy mood today."

Get out of bed on the wrong side - Wake up in a bad mood:
"Don't expect any sympathy from Joe. He got out of bed on the wrong side this morning."

Be rubbed up the wrong way - To be put in a bad mood by someone:
"Don't worry too much about him. He was rubbed up the wrong way when we started talking about promotion."

pissed off (British slang) - Very angry:
"I was really pissed off by her attitude."

Livid - Very angry:
"I was absolutely livid when I found out."

Spitting mad - Be very angry:
"He got me spitting mad!"

Like a red rag to a bull - Provoke someone to anger:
"Talking about politics is like a red rag to a bull to him."

English Conversation lesson – Adjectives to describe places (Learn English with subtitles)
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In this spoken English lesson you will learn some useful adjectives to describe cities, towns and countries.

Ancient
A place that has a long history.
Example : Athens is a ancient city, which was established thousands of years ago.

Attractive
Something very pleasing on the eye.
Example : The sea show at universal studio in Singapore is very attractive.

Bustling
A crowded and very busy place in town.
Mumbai is a busy, bustling city. A city that never sleeps.

Contemporary
Something that is modern and very up to date
Singapore is a small country with a contemporary, modern feel.

Lively
A place which is vibrant with lots of things going on.
Hong Kong is a lively city, with lots of things to do and see.

Dull
A place which is boring and not very interesting.
Widens is a boring place to live.

Picturesque
A place that is charming or interesting in a unique or unusual way.
Goa in India is picturesque and has a lot of beaches.

Touristic
A place that is visited by a lots of tourists.
Of the three American Virgin islands, St. Thomas is the most touristic, tourists descend in bus loads.

I hope this English lesson will help you to speak in English about your favorite holiday destination confidently.

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Saying sorry and Excusing yourself in English - Basic English speaking lesson.

To apologize is to tell someone that you are sorry for having done something that has caused him inconvenience or unhappiness:

Making apologies: Expressions to say "I am sorry"

Please accept my humble apologies.
Please accept my deepest apologies.
Please accept my sincere apologies.
I'd like to apologize for...
I cant apologise enough for.....
It was not my intention...
Please, forgive me for...
Excuse me for ...

Excusing yourself : Expressions to say "Excuse me for..."
Please excuse the mess in my office.
I am sorry to hear about....
I beg your pardon
I regret to inform you that....
I am afraid.....



Accepting apologies: Expressions to say when someone apologises.

That's okay.
No problem
Never mind.
Don't mention it
Apologies accepted.
We'll say no more about it.
Forget about it.
You should be.
Don't repeat it.
That's not good enough.
Please be careful next time.


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Phrasal verbs are very common in spoken and written English so we need them to understand and speak natural English. If you're in a hurry to learn just a few verbs, take a look at the lesson phrasal verbs with 'ask'.

'to ask after' someone means to ask for information about how they are and what they are doing.
Example : Sue was asking after you. I told her you were fine.


'to ask around' means to ask several people for help or information.
Example : I asked around to see if anyone knew someone who could rent me a room.

'to ask for' means to say that you want something.
Example : I asked for chicken soup but you have brought me beef.

'to ask for' can also mean to do something which is likely to lead to trouble
Or problems.
Example : If you go to that part of town, you're asking for trouble. It's very
dangerous there.


'to ask for someone' means to ask to speak to them.
Example : He asked for Carol but there is no one working here called Carol.


'to ask someone in' means to invite them into the room or your home.
Example : Sometimes when I'm out in the garden, the neighbors ask me in for a drink.


'to ask someone out' means to invite them to go somewhere with you.
Example : We often ask our friends out for a drink in the pub.


'to ask someone over' means to invite them to come visit you in your home.
Example : I've asked Diana from across the road over for a cup of coffee later.

How to talk about fashion in English? Free Spoken English and Vocabulary Lesson

In English, there are a lot of great words to describe fashion. If you really want to learn a lot of new and interesting words in English, pay attention to fashion! Fashion writers and designers are always trying to think of unique ways to describe clothing, and magazines are full of colourful phrases and expressions!

In this lesson you will learn some useful vocabulary that you can use to talk about fashion!

stylish / fashionable
Wearing clothing that is popular now

Fashionista
One who designs, models, or markets high-fashion clothing or who is an ardent follower or consumer of the latest clothing fashions.

Trendsetter
A person or thing that establishes a new trend or fashion.

Highstreet fashion
High street fashion is all about wearing the clothes that walk out on the runway and are casual enough to wear on the street.

Thrift shop
A place where goods can be donated to be refurbished and sold. Usually benefits a non-profit organization. Saves landfill space, efficient, and overall benefits the community.

Stylish
A stylish person is someone who has a bold sense of fashion, like a queen with flowing robes and gowns, or your friend who always wears the best-looking jeans.

Chic
Someone who is Glamourous without being trampy, always grabs attention with their style, they are sophisticated, intelligent, and gorgeous.

In
Something which is currently in fashion or trend.

Trendy
What everyone else is wearing right now; a new, popular style.

Vintage
Old, but high quality and valuable; the item of clothing may have been worn before by someone else.

Classic
Traditional, always fashionable/stylish, popular for a long time.

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Lips: Apart, very slightly rounded, oval shape.
Tongue: Slightly tense, down near the floor of mouth.

Common Spelling Patterns for /ɔ/

aw Jaw, Draw, Awesome
au Author, August, Applaud, Audition
al Fall, Walk, Tall, Always
ought Bought, Thought, Fought
aught Daughter, Taught
o Gone, Song, Long

Word Pairs for Practice

1. pause in the hall
2. awful thought
3. water the lawn
4. talk until dawn
5. autumn in Austria
6. walk the dog
7. small talk
8. already exhausted
9. tall wall
10. caught the ball

Practice Sentences

1. I saw her audition in August.
2. His daughter had an awful thought.
3. He bought an automobile last Fall.
4. Paula will walk the dog.

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Vocabulary – Body Appearances – Free English lessons

There are times when we just end up saying she’s beautiful or he’s handsome when we come across a good looking woman or man. In this lesson you’re going to expand your vocabulary with words to describe a person’s body appearance.

Certain positive words that you can use to talk about someone’s overall body appearance are as follows:

Gorgeous – someone who is very pretty
Lovely – Beautiful woman
Head turner –It implies that when a woman or man walks down the street, people turn their heads to focus their attention on her/him.
Stunning- means extremely beautiful, like a woman who is so beautiful that she attracts a lot of attention!
Charming - someone who is very pleasing and appealing
Attractive – someone who is very pretty
Hot – Slang for a good looking woman or man
There are times we do come across some fat and thin people, so let’s learn the right words that can be used for such people.

Vocabulary for Fat people

Flabby - typically used for fat around arms, stomach, thighs, and butt.
Chubby – Describing fat kids
Husky /Heavyset – Describing fat men
Plump /Curvy – Describing fat women however curvy is more positive connotation
Obese – For extremely fat people

Vocabulary for thin people

Lean – thin and muscular
Wiry – thin and muscular
Petite- Short and thin
Lanky- Tall and thin
Skinny – very thin mostly used in a negative manner
Slender – thin

Prepositions : In, On, At in relation to positions

Prepositions are difficult to define but, fortunately, not so difficult to understand. They tell
the "position" of people or things in relation to where other people or things are located. In this lessons Rachna highlights the most common prepositions, In , On and At in relation to position, and how you can use them correctly.

English Grammar Lesson – Some Vs Any (Learn Spoken English)

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In English we use the words 'Some;' and 'Any' when we are unable to specify an exact number or an exact amount. In this Spoken English lesson we will learn the different rules to use these words correctly. The rules that follow apply to words containing ‘some’ and ‘any’ such as somebody/anybody/something/anything etc.

Rule 1:-

In general we use some and words like something, someone. somebody in positive sentences.

Example - We bought some flowers
Example - He's busy. He's got some work to do.

Whereas, we use any and words like anything, anybody, anyone in negative sentences.

Example - We didn't buy any flowers.
Example - He's lazy. He never does any work.

Rule 2 :-

We use some in question when offering or requesting

Example - Would you like some more tea?
Example - Could I have some milk,please?
Example - DO you want something to eat?


We use any when we mean "it doesn't matter which ...."
Example - Which book shall I read? Anyone. It's up-to you.
Example - Let's go somewhere. Where shall we go? Anywhere,I just want to chill.
Example - Could you sing for us,please? Which song shall I sing? Any song.

Rule 3:-

Somebody, someone, anybody, anyone are singular words. But we often use they/their/ them after these words.

Example - Someone has forgotten their phone.
Example - If anyone is interested to participate in the competition they can call or visit the front-desk.

We hope this English Grammar lesson will help you clear the confusion between these word. Watch all our English lessons regularly to make your English fluent and better.