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lunes, 3 de febrero de 2020

Frequent Phrasal Verbs


Here you have a list of 53 phrasal verbs. You will find the definitions or synonyms. They are not translated. Try to use them in a sentence.
NOTE: "Sth" means "something" and "Sb" means "somebody".


Call off: to cancel
Bring up: to take care of a child who is growing up
Come across: meet or find sth/sb by chance
Come up with: to get sth that is needed or wanted / to produce an idea
Put off: to postpone / to cause dislike
Look after: to take care of sth/sb
Look forward to: to expect with pleasure
Look up to: to admire
Take care of: to supervise sth/sb
Blow up: to fill sth with air / to explode / to become angry
Back up: to make a security copy / to support sb
Be away: stay on holiday
Be down: be sad / upset
Be fed up: to be bored or upset of sth
Wake up: to stop being sleeping
Get up: to get out of bed
Call up: to make a phone call
Book in: to make a reservation
Calm down: to stop being angry or emotionally excited
Carry on: to continue
Die for: to want something a lot
Give up: to stop an activity
Hold on: to keep a position or condition / to keep your hands around sth
Log in: to enter a restricted area in a computer system
Log out: to exit a computer system
Look up: to search for sth in a dictionary or reference site
Mix up: to confuse
Move into: start living in a place
Pass away: to die
Pass by: to go past without stopping somewhere
Pay back: repay money
Plug in: connect machines to electricity supplies
Point out: make sb aware of sth
Turn up: to be found unexpectedly / to increase volume
Watch out: to be aware of sth dangerous
Turn on: to start a machine
Turn off: to finish the activity of a machine
Go on: To continue
Check out: to look at or find new information
Move on: to start talking or doing something else (new)
Run out off: to not have sth
Keep up: to maintain same speed as other
Get off: leave a train, bus or plane
Carry out: to do and finish a task
Turn (a)round: to move to the other direction
Get back: to return somewhere
Figure out: to think about something until you understand
Stand up – Sit down
Show off: to behave arrogant
Find out: to get information
Set up: to arrange or create
Take on: to be responsible for
Come in(to): to enter

sábado, 21 de septiembre de 2019

COLLOCATIONS

Here you have some collocations. It is important to remember them. There are some expressions that need compulsory only one verb.
Have a look to the verbs KEEP, HAVE, COME, TAKE and MAKE.

KEEP

Keep a promise
Keep in touch
Keep someone
Keep quiet
Keep calm
Keep score
Keep a diary
Keep a secret
Keep a journal
Keep records
Keep away
Keep safe
Keep tabs on
Keep in mind
Keep your job


TAKE

Take a shower
Take a chance
Take a seat
Take part
Take time
Take a bite
Take notes
Take it apart
Take a vacations
Take a picture
Take an exam
Take a taxi
Take care
Take a risk
Take a survey
Take medicine


COME

Come to power
Come prepared
Come on time
Come to life
Come last
Come direct
Come cheap
Come up with
Come first
Come to a stop
Come close
Come late
Come into something
Come to an end


MAKE

Make a decision
Make lunch
Make an effort
Make room
Make clear
Make a noise
Make a choice
Make trouble
Make a mistake
Make an offer
Make a wish
Make love
Make payment


HAVE

Have a shower
Have a party
Have rest
Have a baby
Have a break
Have a dream
Have a fight
Have lunch
Have a meeting
Have fun
Have a talk


miércoles, 21 de agosto de 2019

Synonyms : VOCABULARY MIX

This is a list I will be updating. Don't worry I will post it the first one if there is any change in the number of words in the list. Pay attention!

ABILITY - SKILL
ABLE - CAPABLE
ACCURATE - CORRECT
AID - HELP, ASSIST
ALWAYS - CONSTANTLY
ARRIVE - REACH, COME
BAN - FORBID
BRIEF - SHORT
BEGINNING - START
BROAD - WIDE
BUY - PURCHASE
CALM - QUIET
CARE - CONCERN
CAREFUL - CAUTIOUS
COMPLEX - COMPLICATED
CONCRETE - REAL
CONSCIOUS - AWARE
COZY - COMFORTABLE
CRAZY - INSANE
CRUEL - MEAN
DAMAGE - HURT
DETERMINED - CONVINCED
DIE - EXPIRE
DISAGREE - DIFFER
DISPUTE - DEBATE
DIVIDE - SPLIT
DOUBT - MISTRUST
DRASTIC - EXTREME
DREADFUL - TERRIBLE
DRY - ARID
DUBIOUS - DOUBTFUL
DUMB - STUPID

domingo, 21 de julio de 2019

Other ways to say... 2: YOUR OPINION

In my opinion...
If you ask me...
The way I see it...
It seems to me...
As far as I can see it...
As far as I am concerned...
I feel...
I honestly believe that...
From my point of view...
I assume...
I consider...
To me...
I would say...
I believe...
I guess...
To my way of thinking...

AGREEMENT

You got it.
I guess so.
That is exactly how I feel.
Sure.
That's right.
I see what you mean...
I agree.
So do I.
Me too.
Definitely.
You took the words out of my mouth.
I couldn't have said it any better.
You've got a point there.
No doubt about it.


DISAGREEMENT

I find that very difficult to accept.
I disagree.
I am afraid I disagree.
Sorry, but I can't agree with you there.
I don't think so.
I´m not sure about that.
Yes, but...
I agree with you to a point, but...
I understand what you are saying, however...
That's a matter of opinion.
I beg to differ.
On the contrary...
Yes, but don't you think...?

Other ways to say... 1: FEELINGS

Sometimes we repeat the same words time after time. Here you will find synonyms to avoid that behaviour. This would be great for your writings and speaking. Extra vocabulary to be more accurate while talking.

HAPPY

Cheerful
Delighted
Pleased
Amused
Content
On cloud 9
Thrilled
In the 7th heaven
Walking on air
Glad
Euphoric
Ecstatic
In good humor
Joyful


SAD

Unhappy
Miserable
Frustrated
Downcast
Gloomy
Despondent
Devastated
Dissapointed
Dispirited
Blue
Sorrowful
Desolated
Hopeless
Joyless
In heavy spirits
Pessimistic


ANGRY

Irate
Enraged
Touchy
Mad
Cross
Resentful
Indignant
Wound up
Seething
Furious
Grumpy
Irascible
Exasperated
In a temper
At the boiling point


SHOCKED

Taken aback
Lost for words
Tongue-tight
Outraged
Astonished
Speechless
Stunned
Confused
Distress
Disturb
Stupefy


SCARED

Spooked
Agitated
Tense
Apprehensive
Concerned
Bothered
Petrified
Alarmed
Afraid
Terrified
Frightened
Alarmed
Anxious


EXCITED

Stimulated
Agitated
Enthusiastic
Wild
Nervous
Hysterical
Passionate
Inspired
Delirious
Thrilled
Fired
Motivated
Set on fire


WORRIED

Upset
Troubled
Anxious
Perturbed
Disturbed
Bothered
Concerned


BORED

Dull
Sick and tired
Apathetic
Lethargic
Uninterested


CONFIDENT

Sure
Positive
Convinced
Trusting
Assured
Self-reliant
Certain


TIRED

Exhausted
Fatigued
Weary
Sleepy
Consumed
Burned out
Overtaxed
Overworked
Worn-out


sábado, 13 de abril de 2019

Vocabulary - Prepositions

Complete the sentences with the correct word.


ALONG     AMONG     AROUND     BACK     BENEATH     BEYOND     THROUGH     WITHIN



1.   Luke saw his friends ________ the crowd of tourists outside the castle.

2.   I went for a tour ________ the city and was impressed by how beautiful it was.

3.   In Rome there are kilometres of tunnels _________ the city.

4.   It was getting late so we decided to head __________ the campsite.

5.   It was really relaxing taking a walk _________ the river.

6.   In the distance, ________ the mountain range, there is a huge lake.

7.   Our guide led us ________ the caves and showed us their interesting features.

8.   Many important events have happened ________ the walls of this palace.






EXPLANATION:
Along means following the length of the path
Among means in the midst of a group.
Around means in a circle or circling something.
Back means the reverse side or returning.
Beneath means below or under.
Beyond means in the distance, further.
Through means penetrate. In one side, out another.
Within means on the inside.


SOLUTION (select the area to find out the answers):
1. AMONG
2. AROUND
3. BENEATH
4. BACK
5. ALONG
6. BEYOND
7. THROUGH
8. WITHIN

domingo, 17 de abril de 2016

Tips for writings: SUMMARY

A summary includes only the most important information in an article.

PLAN:

Ideas are organised into one cohesive paragraph with simple language. There are no unnecessary examples, details or personal information. Use only about 60 words.

EXAMPLE: Zoos - Then and now.
  • Paragraph 1: Zoos first built for entertainment.
  • Paragraph 2: Now zoos are changing. Save animals from extinction.
  • Paragraph 3: Zoos now planned differently: take into account health and safety of animals and visitors. Educational role is now important.

sábado, 16 de abril de 2016

Tips for writings: STORY

In a narrative, you are basically telling a story, which can be exciting, serious, informative or amusing.

PLAN:

  • Opening: Give details of the time, place, main character and atmosphere.
  • Body: Describe the events as they happened.
  • Closing: End the story by stating the final details or consequences.

EXAMPLE:     Write a story about an occasion when everything went wrong.
  • Opening: Dominic, driver, alone, cold and wet night.
  • Body: Car stopped - couldn't fix it - thunderstorm - mobile phone didn't work.
  • Closing: Frightened - no help - someone near his car - his father!

USEFUL LANGUAGE:
  • When
  • While
  • Before / After
  • As soon as
  • By the time
  • Until
  • During
  • Yesterday / the previous day / the following day / a week later...
  • It all began when...
  • Suddenly
  • Meanwhile
  • At last / in the end / finally
  • Later / next

jueves, 31 de marzo de 2016

Tips for writings: FOR AND AGAINST ESSAY

There are often two sides to an issue. When we are asked to discuss such an issue, we should present both sides of the argument objectively.

PLAN:

  • Opening: What is the issue? Where do I stand?
  • Body: State arguments for and against. Give examples.
  • Closing: Refer back to the topic and restate views.

EXAMPLE:     Discuss whether smoking should be prohibited in public places.
  • Opening: Smoking is antisocial. Should be banned.
  • Body: 
    • Arguments against prohibition: affects personal liberties.
    • Arguments in favour of prohibition: health risk to others.
  • Closing: Goverments should prohibit smoking in public places. Health more important than pleasure.

USEFUL LANGUAGE:
  • On the one hand / On the other hand
  • In contrast
  • Moreover
  • Furthermore
  • Finally
  • In the first place / Firstly
  • Secondly
  • In conclusion
  • To sump up
  • In short

Tips for writings: DESCRIPTION OF A PERSON

When we describe a person, we should try to write in such a way that, by the time the reader finishes the description, he/she feels like he/she really knows the person.

PLAN:

  • Opening: Introduce the person and describe his/her physical appearance.
  • Body: Describe the person's nature and personal characteristics. Give examples.
  • Closing: State your personal feelings towards the person you have chosen.

EXAMPLE:     Describe one of your best friends.
  • Opening: Diana, average-looking, dark hair, slim...
  • Body: Sense of humour, kind, outgoing, curious...
  • Closing: I enjoy being with Diana.

USEFUL LANGUAGE:
  • Physiscal Appearance
    • Tall / Short
    • Good-looking / Attractive / Beautiful / Handsome / Pretty / Stunning / Ugly
    • Overweight / Underweight / Slim / Fat / Thin 
    • Long / Short
    • Straight / Curly / Spiky / Wavy / Bald
    • Dark / Light 
    • Dark skinned / Pale
  • Nature and Characteristics
    • Quiet
    • Has (a/no) sense of humour / Funny 
    • Extrovert / Outgoing / Introvert / Shy
    • Pleasant
    • Kind 
    • Wicked
    • Boring / Interesting / Intriguing / Fascinating
    • Patient / Impatient
  • Feelings
    • Love
    • Hate
    • Admire
    • Adore
    • Despise
    • Be fond of
    • Intrigue
    • Interest
    • Bore

miércoles, 23 de marzo de 2016

Tips for writings: OPINION ESSAY

In an opinion essay, we express and justify our personal opinion on a particular subject.

PLAN:
  • Opening: State the topic.
  • Body: Give facts and examples. When you introduce a new idea, begin a new paragraph.
  • Closing: Say your opinion.

EXAMPLE:     Does the Internet cause more harm than good?
  • Opening: Does the Internet cause harm? 
  • Body: 
    • Internet breaks geographical, social and personal barriers.
    • Innocent surfers are not usually harmed by the Internet.
  • Closing: If you use the Internet properly, it will change your life!

USEFUL LANGUAGE:
  • In my opinion
  • As I see it
  • It seems to me that
  • It is clear that
  • I think/feel/believe
  • I agree/disagree
  • Obviously
  • Clearly
  • As far as I'm concerned
  • Personally
  • (Un)Fortunately
  • Of course

Tips for writings: PROCESS FOR SUCCESSFUL WRITING

  1. BRAINSTORMING
    1. Make sure that you have understood the topic. Then very quickly write down all the ideas that you can think of.
  2. PLANNING
    1. Group similar ideas together.
    2. Cross out any irrelevant ideas.
    3. Give each group a name.
    4. Number the groups in a logical order.
  3. FAST WRITING
    1. Quickly write down your points for each of the main ideas. If you can't think of a word in English, write it in your own language. Don't write complete sentences and don't worry about spelling. At this stage, your ideas are more important!
  4. DRAFTING
    1. Now you are ready to begin writing, using your plan from Step 2.
    2. Write in pencil. Leave wide margins for notes. Leave space between lines for additions and corrections.
    3. Write quickly. Don't worry about neatness or accuracy.
  5. IMPROVING
    1. When you have finished writing the first draft, you will almost certainly need to improve it. Read your paragraph/essay again and clearly mark the things that you need to improve.
  6. GIVING FEEDBACK
    1. Read again and make suggestions. Ask for another opinion if neccesary.
  7. PRESENTING
    1. When you are satisfied with your work, present it in a neat, attractive manner. Be sure to include all your corrections and your paragraphs clearly indicated.

miércoles, 15 de julio de 2015

Topics for an oral exam: DAILY LIFE

TOPIC: DAILY LIFE

1. What are some things you do every day?
2. What are some good habits you have?
3. Do you have any bad habits?
4. Can your group give you any advice for your bad habits?
5. What is something you should do every day but you don't?
6. What are some activities you like to do?
7. How much do you exercise every week?
8. What is a successful life? What habits should you have to have a successful life?
9. What three habits will improve your life?
10. What are some habits that can improve your English ability?
11. What is something you do about once a week, month or year?
12. How life-style has changed in the recent days?
13. If you could live anyone's life, which person would you choose?
14. What things would you change in your life to make it better?
15. Can you think of any differences between daily life in your country and another one?

Topics for an oral exam: THE MEDIA

TOPIC: THE MEDIA

1. Where do you get your news from?
2. How important is it for people to follow the news?
3. Do you think that news agencies sometimes tell lies to make a story more popular?
4. How much do you trust newspapers, tv or news from the internet?
5. Which is the most reliable source of information?
6. What kind of news interest you the most?
7. Do you think the news is too depressing?
8. How has techonology changed the way we consume news?
9. What is the purpose of news companies in society?
10. Should news be more entertaining or informative?
11. Would you ever consider getting a job in the news industry?
12. What do you think about how the news is reported in your country?
13. Are people nowadays more interested in gossip or global news?
14. Do you think it is important to be updated?
15. How the media has changed in the recent years?