ESOL Learn English Grammar Clauses

ESOL Learn English Grammar Clauses English Grammar Clauses and How to Use Them ChaptersPrepositional PhrasesFour Main Types of English ClausesHow to Use Coordinating ConjunctionsThe Essential Parts of English GrammarNative English speakers do not  consciously consider grammar formulae before speaking. Speakers of other languages, on the other hand, put a great deal of thought into exactly how to structure sentences for maximum  understanding and effect.It is said that those whose native language is English are bad communicators because they tend to not conceive of anyone who could not understand them. However, they learn the same grammar rules and vocabulary that Esl students do.Which grammar rules would those be?Learning the finer points of English grammar can be arduous Source: Pixabay Credit: Kmicican the second part reveals the expected  result.Conditional clauses can be tricky. Even the average native English speaker tends to err in this grammar construction, using the present tense instead of the past tense to express conditional ideas.There are specific rules in using conditional clauses correctly.If you were to memorize them all, you would be an English learning star! Discover more about English verb tenses here.The Relative ClauseThis is a type of dependent clause that is distinguished by a relative pronoun.Relative pronouns include: who, which, where, that, when, and whose.Using our sample sentence for the last time:Sonia let out a whoop when she learned she had scored well on Toefl.Although most relative clauses are used to define or identify the preceding noun, sometimes they are simply used to give more information about the subject:Sonia, who let out a whoop upon learning she did well on Toefl, is passionate about English speaking.You will note that the relative clause is not necessary to understanding this sentence; it is there to provide additional information about the subject, Sonia.Your English teacher most likely has a battery of grammar exercises for you to practice recognising and writing these various types of claus es. However, in case you learn best when studying the language independently, let us point you to some excellent pages.Find out more about English language style and form in our dedicated blog.How to Use Coordinating ConjunctionsCoordinating conjunctions join words, phrases and independent clauses.Find your way around coordinating conjunctions with these helpful tips Source: Pixabay Credit: GeraltAn easy way to remember what words qualify as such conjunctions, simply remember the acronym FANBOYS. For â€" explains a reason or purposeAnd â€" adds one thing to anotherNor â€" presents an alternative negative ideaBut â€" shows contrastOr â€" gives a choiceYet â€" introduces a contrasting ideaSo â€" provides a conclusionAs you learn to speak English, you will be able to include these terms into your spoken English more and more naturally.Check out our blog on words with multiple meanings in English.The Essential Parts of English GrammarEnglish classes that native speakers take in the cour se of their academic career only give minimal focus to these clauses and how to use them.Most people growing up in English speaking countries absorb these rules as a matter of course, while learning to speak their language. It is for those who, like you, are studying English that these rules take on special significance.Your fluency in the language depends on you not only understanding these rules but internalising them and incorporating them in your everyday English usage.Your proficiency in English will be measured in any one (or all three) of the international English language tests. These exams include questions designed to test your knowledge of these aspects of English grammar.We hope that, as you sit through your english courses in london  (or anywhere!) or even work to learn English online, you can refer back to these tutorials as a way to learn English better, faster.

3 Things Guitarists Must Practice Every Day

3 Things Guitarists Must Practice Every Day Megan L.   With so much music in the world to play, how do you figure out how to practice guitar? Guitar teacher  Jack C.  breaks it down to the basics One of the most common questions Im asked by students, whether they are total beginners, or seasoned veterans who have been playing for more than ten years, is: How exactly should I practice guitar in order to get the most benefit from my time? As my explanation, I always like to break down guitar knowledge in three basic categories. 1. Technique Technique is the actual mechanical movement of your hands which you use to create the sounds coming from your guitar. It entails training the muscles in your hands so you can develop the strength and muscle memory to pull off the actual chords and scales we use when playing the instrument. 2. Music Theory Music theory is the mental aspect of learning any instrument. It is the act of breaking down the sounds we hear in to names and formulas. Its the science behind the sounds. 3. Creativity I believe, like any skill set, musical creativity CAN be learned and taught. Some people are brought to believe that youre either born with that creative muse or youre not. This simply isnt true. Lets say we have a 2 note per string pentatonic scale (you can use any of the scales found here). A great practice exercise would be to pick each note in ascending order from the low E string to the high E string, then descending using strictly alternate picking (up and down only). Start very slow, then gradually increase the speed at which you do this exercise. Then, once that movement is mastered, and the scale can be played by memory, you can then try creating a simple melody using only those notes found within the scale. This exercise kills three birds with one stone! You are practicing your technique by working on your alternate picking, youre learning a portion of music theory by memorizing the scale, and youre exercising your creative mind by applying the scale you learned in creating your own melody. By combining all aspects of learning guitar in to one exercise, you are now making the most out of your practice time. This approach to practicing is used by some of the greatest players in the world, and has proven to be one of the most efficient ways to practice the instrument. As you progress in your skill level, this approach can be applied to different scales, chord progressions, and picking techniques. In review, we know that if a guitar exercise can cover these three aspects of guitar playing: technique, theory, and creativity, all at once, then we know it is an exercise that will serve us well in our guitar journey! Thanks for reading and if you have any questions for me, Im more than happy to answer your questions. Learn more about the guitar by taking lessons with a private instructor. Search for your guitar teacher now!    Jack C. is a guitar instructor in Huntington Beach, CA. A professional gigging musician, teacher, producer, and session player, he  earned  degree in Music Theory and Guitar performance from Musicians Institute in Hollywood, California.  Learn more about Jack here! Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher Photo by J. Pitt