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Learn English grammar with these short programmes. Each episode explores a new piece of grammar you need to improve your English. Find more at bbclearningenglish.comFollow us at
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Jun 4, 2024 • 6min
Present perfect and past simple
Exploring the differences between present perfect and past simple tenses in English grammar, including rules for irregular verbs and nuances. Learn how to use 'ever' and 'never' in present perfect for sharing life experiences. Dive into a quiz to test comprehension of the tenses.

May 28, 2024 • 6min
State verbs
Learn all about state verbs in English grammar, including the distinctions between state and action verbs, examples of different types of state verbs, and the limitations of using state verbs in continuous tenses. Discover how certain verbs can have multiple meanings as either action or state verbs.

May 21, 2024 • 6min
The second conditional
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May 14, 2024 • 6min
First Conditional
Explore the first conditional in English grammar with insights on usage, construction, and pronunciation. Learn how 'If' with present simple and 'will' express potential future scenarios. Discover tips on using 'might' for uncertainty and 'should' in the first conditional. Practice constructing sentences with 'will' and present simple for effective communication.

May 7, 2024 • 6min
Present and past passives
Explore the complexities of passive voice in English grammar with examples and insights on transforming active to passive sentences. Learn about the importance of the 'doer' in passive construction and discover the versatility of passive sentences in present and past tenses.

Apr 30, 2024 • 6min
Indirect questions
Explore the intricacies of indirect questions in grammar, including formation techniques and usage scenarios. Delve into the nuances of indirect questions in English, focusing on structure, word order, and the formal tone of 'whether.' Learn about the distinctions between direct and indirect questions in English grammar through examples and a quiz.

Apr 23, 2024 • 6min
Tenses
Exploring English tenses like present simple vs. present continuous, and past simple vs. present perfect. Examples from a postcard sent from India. Quiz to test comprehension of these tenses.

Apr 16, 2024 • 6min
Too, very, enough
Exploring the use of 'too' and 'very' with adjectives, and understanding 'enough'. Evaluating dresses based on size, color, and price. Discussing budget constraints and excessive amounts with examples and a fun quiz.

Apr 9, 2024 • 6min
Subject questions
Explore how to form subject questions in English, learn nuances between subject and object questions, practice with examples and a quiz. Discover the use of 'whose' for possession, test your knowledge with a quiz on question words like who, whose, and which.

Apr 2, 2024 • 6min
Used to and would
Learn about past habits and actions using 'used to' and 'would'. Explore sleepwalking experiences as examples. Understand grammar rules, forming questions, and negatives with 'used to'. Distinguish between past states and habitual actions with 'would' in a quiz for practice.