How to Use “Had Better” If you’re preparing learners for natural spoken English or for exams like B2 First (FCE) and C1 Advanced (CAE), knowing how to use “had better” is essential. This compact structure may look simple, but it carries real weight. It’s not just advice — it’s advice Read more
Words and Phrases Followed by a Gerund Hello English learners! If you’ve reached a pre-intermediate or intermediate level, this lesson is for you. We’ll look at common words and phrases followed by a gerund — that is, a verb ending in -ing. What is a gerund? A gerund is a Read more
The main difference between good and well is good is an adjective and well is an adverb. Things become confusing after linking verbs; we use good after linking verbs such as be, taste, sound, smell, look, seem and feel if we want to describe the subject, not the action of the verb
Reported questions are a form of reported speech. They are usually introduced with the verb “ask” and clauses beginning with if or whether.