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Learning English Vocabulary

Contractions

Jul 15, 2024
Exploring the importance of contractions in English speech and writing, the podcast highlights their practical application through examples and exercises. Tips on improving vocabulary retention are shared, making learning fun and engaging.
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Quick takeaways

  • Using contractions like I've and isn't improves fluency and naturalness in English.
  • Pronouncing words out loud aids memory retention and comprehension for efficient vocabulary acquisition.

Deep dives

Using Contractions in English Speaking and Writing

Learning to use contractions like I've (meaning I have) or isn't (meaning is not) can enhance your fluency and naturalness in English. Contractions, such as I've, shorten words like have, making speech sound more casual and familiar. They are commonly used in spoken language and informal writing, denoted by an apostrophe to indicate missing letters. For example, 'we've' stands for 'we have.' Mastering contractions contributes to smoother communication in English.

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