Learning English Grammar

Learn key words and phrases to talk about ability in the present and the past. Explore modal verbs of ability and tips for usage, including can, could, and be able to. Discover the different forms and usage of can, could, be able to, and manage to, with examples, tips, and common mistakes to avoid.

Learn how to use 'used to' and 'would' in the past tense to talk about past regular actions and habits. Discover the differences between the two and how they are followed by an infinitive without 'to'. Hear a strange habit Finn had as a child - sleepwalking!

Learn how to talk about the future using 'will', 'going to', 'might' and 'be likely to'. Discusses expressing uncertainty and word order in questions. Explores different techniques for asking questions and includes a quiz.

Learn how to use question tags in English grammar, including guidelines for constructing them, the components of a question tag, and examples of their usage and intonation in spoken English.

Learn about forming and differentiating between present perfect and past simple tenses. Discover the uses of 'ever' and 'never' and test your knowledge with a quiz. Explore the differences between present perfect and past simple tenses and learn about their uses and rules. Take a quiz to test your knowledge.

The hosts discuss state verbs, what they are, how to use them, and provide examples. They also give tips on identifying state verbs and include a quiz to test comprehension.

Learn about the formation, usage, and structure of the second conditional in grammar. Explore examples of unlikely football situations and altered sentence order. Discover usage and examples of the second conditional, including 'if I were you' for advice. Test your knowledge with a quiz on the second conditional

Learn how to use the first conditional, including the structure and usage. Explore related grammar concepts like 'if', 'will', and 'might'. Find out about the alternative use of 'when' and 'should' for advice in first conditional sentences. Get examples, explanations, and tips for using the first conditional correctly.

Exploring passive forms in English grammar and understanding the difference between active and passive voice, with examples and explanations of sentence structure and verb form.

Rob and Catherine discuss the concept of indirect questions and how to form and use them in English grammar. They explain the importance of consistent subject-verb order and touch on the distinction between using 'if' and 'whether' in yes/no questions. The chapter includes examples, explanations, and practice questions.