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What contraction is used to express 'going to' in informal speech?

  • Gonna (correct)
  • Wanna
  • Shoulda
  • Gotta

    • Which structure should be used when formulating a positive statement instead of a question?

  • What was the best way?
  • What the best way is? (correct)
  • What is the best way?
  • What’s the best way?

    • What is the correct form when asking an indirect question about the location of the bathroom?

  • Do you know where the bathroom?
  • Do you know where is the bathroom?
  • Do you know where's the bathroom?
  • Do you know where the bathroom is? (correct)

    • Which sentence demonstrates the use of a direct question structure?

    <p>What is your name?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is 'What do you do for a living?' correctly interpreted in terms of questioning?

    <p>A direct question about job.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What sound is created when pronouncing the phrase 'What do you' quickly?

    <p>Chu</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which example correctly applies the term 'positive structure' in context?

    <p>I know where the park is.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an incorrect statement concerning indirect questions?

    <p>Do you know where's she?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might a native speaker imply by using 'What you do?' instead of 'What did you do?'

    <p>They are inquiring about past actions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In pronunciation, what does the example of 'What you doing?' illustrate?

    <p>An informal present tense question.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phrase can be used to refer to someone's profession without being overly formal?

    <p>What do you do?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What contraction represents the phrase 'What did you' when spoken quickly?

    <p>What' you</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the informal context, which form of 'What are you doing?' is commonly used?

    <p>What you doing?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When asking a direct question, which of the following phrases is correct?

    <p>Where is the shop?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the phrase commonly used by the girl in the TV show when she sees the two boys?

    <p>What you doing?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can the question 'What have you been doing?' be reduced?

    <p>What you been doing?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following phrases is used to refer to ongoing actions?

    <p>What are you doing right now?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term is used to describe a single piece of clothing in a formal context?

    <p>Garment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When someone asks 'What have you been up to lately?', what are they likely inquiring about?

    <p>Past activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct phrase to ask someone about their profession?

    <p>What do you do for a living?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    After using the verb 'suggest', what form must the following verb take?

    <p>Gerund</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is incorrect about the phrase 'What you do for living'?

    <p>It lacks a definite article.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should the phrase 'expensive jewelry' be used correctly in a sentence?

    <p>I recommend writing off expensive jewelry.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement correctly distinguishes 'clothes' and 'clothing'?

    <p>Both terms refer to items worn on the body.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'What you been up to?' indicate?

    <p>Summary of past actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phrase is not correct for asking about ongoing or future activities?

    <p>What do you do later?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of action does 'What you've been doing' refer to?

    <p>A continuous action from past to present</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should a question be formed to ask about a past event?

    <p>What did you do?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct structure to express a recommendation involving another person?

    <p>He recommended that I exercise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sentence correctly expresses the future possibility of an action without it being routine?

    <p>He suggested that she exercise every day.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should the verb 'to be' be used in suggestions?

    <p>He suggested that she be on time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct phrase to indicate a statement's veracity?

    <p>You tell the truth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which option describes the difference between telling the truth and telling a lie?

    <p>A lie refers to many possible statements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sentence correctly uses the verb 'tell' without specifying a person?

    <p>He's telling a story to her grandchildren.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct form to describe that something sounds accurate?

    <p>It sounds correct.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not correct when expressing habitual actions?

    <p>He suggested her to exercise.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What verb form should be used in the sentence 'He recommended that she ____ on time.'?

    <p>be</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which expression is correctly structured when speaking about telling stories?

    <p>He is telling a story.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When using 'to tell,' what is essential to include?

    <p>An object is sometimes optional.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should the sentence be structured to show a suggestion about a future action?

    <p>He suggests that you exercise.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct way to express agreement with a suggestion?

    <p>That's right, he recommended that she be on time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used for the sound produced when 't' is pronounced between vowels?

    <p>Fast D</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the 't' pronounced in the phrase 'he bought a new house'?

    <p>Fast D</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the consonant 't' if there is another consonant after it?

    <p>It is pronounced as a stop T</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of a vowel following the sound 't'?

    <p>It is pronounced as a fast D</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following phrases uses a stop T correctly?

    <p>It's a great gift</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the phrase 'hot coffee', how is the first 't' pronounced?

    <p>Stop T</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes 'he's only got a minute' in terms of 't' pronunciation?

    <p>It is pronounced as a fast D</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the incorrect statement regarding 't' pronunciation?

    <p>All 't's are pronounced the same regardless of context.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the second 't' in the phrase 'check it out' typically pronounced?

    <p>Stop T</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between 'play' and 'plate' in terms of 't' pronunciation?

    <p>'t' is pronounced differently in both words.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What technique is used to produce a stop T?

    <p>Raising the tongue to stop air</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phrase contains a fast D pronunciation?

    <p>He doesn't have a lot of time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'glottal stop' refer to?

    <p>A quick stop made with the throat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following sentences illustrates the use of a stop T?

    <p>He bought some almond milk.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should you correctly phrase the sentence about your outfit?

    <p>Today I love my outfit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sentence correctly uses the expression for difficulty?

    <p>I had a hard time understanding.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct pronunciation of the word 'weary'?

    <p>Weir-ee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following defines the word 'wary'?

    <p>To be cautious of danger.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should the word 'police' be pronounced?

    <p>Puh-leese</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is incorrect about saying 'the police is coming'?

    <p>The subject is singular.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct pronunciation of the word 'stomach'?

    <p>Stuh-muhk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about the word 'pizza' is correct?

    <p>It should use a stop sound in the pronunciation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should you say the phrase 'he looks very weary'?

    <p>He looks very tired.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is NOT a correct sentence structure regarding the way or how someone dances?

    <p>I like the way how she dances.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the grammatical error in this statement: 'I cannot say what's that'?

    <p>Using 'what's that' is incorrect.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct use of 'hard time' in a sentence?

    <p>She had a hard time completing the test.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the sentence 'My dog is wary of strangers', what does 'wary' imply?

    <p>The dog is cautious.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a synonym of 'weary'?

    <p>Exhausted</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often does she do laundry?

    <p>Once a week</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be used in the second part of a conditional statement if the first part includes 'if they like you'?

    <p>They will give you one</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When considering the difference between 'say' and 'tell', what is the correct usage of 'tell'?

    <p>You tell something to a person</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct phrase when entering a grocery store's vegetable section?

    <p>Entering the produce section</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes the noun 'produce'?

    <p>Fruits and vegetables</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the verb 'produce' mean?

    <p>To create or manufacture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pronunciation is correct for the verb 'produce'?

    <p>Pro-duce</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which context is the expression 'highway robbery' correctly used?

    <p>When someone is overcharged</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is incorrect about saying 'a worst vacation'?

    <p>It requires an article 'the'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes the word 'Ambiance'?

    <p>The atmosphere of a place</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct way to express gratitude in a sentence about a friend's birthday?

    <p>I said Happy Birthday</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the past tense of 'produce' look like?

    <p>Produced</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following phrases is used for a quality of a place?

    <p>Good Ambiance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If someone charged $50 for parking, how might it be referred to?

    <p>Highway robbery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pronunciation is considered correct in American English?

    <p>status</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should 'Mercedes' be pronounced?

    <p>Mercedes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which syllable is stressed in the word 'Porsche'?

    <p>First syllable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct way to pronounce 'latte'?

    <p>lat-te</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following pronunciations of 'garbage' is NOT correct?

    <p>gar-bidge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which country is 'status' pronounced as 'sta-tus'?

    <p>United Kingdom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following words has a stressed syllable on the first syllable?

    <p>salad</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct pronunciation of 'niche' in American English?

    <p>nitch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct pronunciation of 'Porsche' according to its original German pronunciation?

    <p>Porsh</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does her stomach hurt?

    <p>Because she ate something bad</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which word is used to describe a particularly luxurious car?

    <p>Status</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sound is used in the relaxed syllables of 'Porsche'?

    <p>uh as in 'cup'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is Porsche manufactured?

    <p>Germany</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the last syllable of 'latte' pronounced?

    <p>long a</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should you refer to multiple cars from the brand Porsche?

    <p>Porsches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct expression regarding asking for a better view?

    <p>There's nothing wrong with asking for a better view</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a more appropriate way to refer to bed sizes?

    <p>A king bed is the largest bed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common mispronunciation of 'latte'?

    <p>la-tay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the proper way to express comparison of comfort regarding slippers?

    <p>These slippers are more comfortable than my sneakers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'status symbol' refer to?

    <p>An expensive item indicating social status</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sound is used in the pronunciation of 'garbage'?

    <p>schwa sound</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the proper service term for laundry at a hotel?

    <p>Use the laundry service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should one correctly ask about laundry service usage at a hotel?

    <p>Do you use the laundry service at the hotel?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is incorrect about this statement: 'This is king bed'?

    <p>King bed needs an article</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following choices correctly mentions how often a person combs their hair?

    <p>I comb my hair every day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a mistaken way to express someone's preference for bed size?

    <p>I like my bed the best</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most helpful phrase when referring to doing laundry?

    <p>To do laundry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term is considered inaccurate when discussing the laundry situation at a hotel?

    <p>Using the laundry area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a well-formed question regarding the need to clean up garbage?

    <p>Do we need to clean up the garbage?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should the word 'modern' be correctly pronounced?

    <p>Mod-ern</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct pronunciation of the word 'oven'?

    <p>Oven</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following phrases is correctly stated?

    <p>They are going to call me later</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the word 'cupboard' correctly pronounced?

    <p>Cup-board</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these phrases correctly describes a worker?

    <p>He is a blue collar worker.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the pronunciation of 'cordial' in American English?

    <p>Cordal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of the term 'blue collar'?

    <p>Workers who perform physical labor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what context is the word 'cordial' typically used?

    <p>Formal speeches or writing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should the phrase 'white collar' be grammatically used?

    <p>White collar workers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'modern design' imply?

    <p>It reflects current trends</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is incorrect about saying 'it has a good Ambiance'?

    <p>Ambiance should be pronounced differently.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true about the pronunciation of 'not'?

    <p>It includes a stop T sound.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended alternative to saying 'he's a nice person'?

    <p>He's charming.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about 'going to' is true?

    <p>'Going to' requires the action 'r' sound when spoken.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes a blue collar job from a white collar job?

    <p>A blue collar job is a manual labor job.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a white collar crime?

    <p>Embezzlement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When discussing events like meetings or surgeries, which verb should be used instead of 'finished'?

    <p>Ended</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which article is correctly used before a word that starts with a vowel?

    <p>an</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct way to refer to multiple blue collar workers?

    <p>they are blue collar workers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the proper way to refer to a metal that cannot be counted?

    <p>metal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which option correctly completes the phrase for an object you can count?

    <p>This is a speedometer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sentence uses the verb 'ended' correctly?

    <p>The game ended yesterday.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the best description of a white collar job?

    <p>Usually performed indoors with computers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is correct usage for articles with countable objects?

    <p>This is a peeler.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following sentences is grammatically incorrect?

    <p>This is called horn.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the right term for a manual labor job?

    <p>Blue collar job</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which article correctly completes the phrase 'This is ___ iron'?

    <p>an</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which situation would you not use 'finished'?

    <p>When stating personal completed tasks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be used when discussing a single instance of effort?

    <p>An effort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which is the correct American English pronunciation of the noun meaning a series of actions directed toward a goal?

    <p>Process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phrase should be used when asking someone about their preferences from a limited selection?

    <p>Which soda do you prefer?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term is commonly used in American English for the device that dispenses water at a sink?

    <p>Faucet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should symptoms be stated in a grammatically correct way?

    <p>I have a fever.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct way to say that the job requires effort?

    <p>It takes effort.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which question word is used for broader inquiries without a limited selection?

    <p>What</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should you express gratitude for someone's efforts?

    <p>Thank you for your effort.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phrase indicates the act of making an attempt or exerting oneself?

    <p>Make an effort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term is used to describe the action of repairing a leaking water device?

    <p>Fixing a faucet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct way to express that you have a rise in symptoms?

    <p>I have a cough.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term correctly describes a sentence with a specific adjective to indicate quality?

    <p>Difficult process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which question is correctly formed when requesting a favorite from limited options?

    <p>Which one do you like?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In American English, what expression is used to refer to water that comes from a tap?

    <p>Drinking tap water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the plural form of the word 'bikini'?

    <p>bikinis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following correctly describes a spice rack?

    <p>A place to organize spices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phrase is correct to express that someone does not actively participate?

    <p>He doesn't make an effort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When using 'effort' in a countable sense, which statement is correct?

    <p>They make an effort in class</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct way to express a common cold?

    <p>I have a cold.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the silent 'E' in the word 'spice'?

    <p>It changes the vowel sound before it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phrase is used to indicate you need to obtain a prescribed medication?

    <p>I need to pick up my prescription.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following sentences appropriately emphasizes effort?

    <p>You need to make a lot of effort.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the appropriate usage of 'recommend'?

    <p>I recommend taking the course.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can 'effort' be used in a negative structure?

    <p>He doesn't make much of an effort.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symptom is correctly stated in the context?

    <p>He has a headache.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When discussing effort in a job context, which phrase is correct?

    <p>The job requires a lot of effort.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you say when discussing feeling slightly unwell?

    <p>I feel a bit sick.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a correct expression of an action needed after experiencing a fever?

    <p>He needs to take his temperature.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following indicates a requirement related to learning a language?

    <p>It takes a lot of time and effort.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When recommending an activity, which sentence is structured correctly?

    <p>I recommend practicing every day.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the incorrect use of 'effort' when addressing its countability?

    <p>Make a few effort.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is true regarding the use of 'take' with 'effort'?

    <p>The job takes effort.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What phrase should be avoided when discussing a doctor's recommendation?

    <p>My doctor recommended me exercise.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement correctly uses the word 'effort' as uncountable?

    <p>He needs to make more effort.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a correct statement about having the flu?

    <p>He has the flu.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the letter T pronounced in the word 'potato' when the first syllable is stressed?

    <p>T</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phrase correctly combines two ideas using a connector?

    <p>I recommend that you exercise more.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a correct negative sentence regarding effort?

    <p>She doesn't make much of an effort.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When addressing learning a language, what is implied about the effort required?

    <p>It requires a lot of time and effort.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should you properly refer to a prescription in context?

    <p>I will pick it up.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the pronunciation of the letter T in 'flatten'?

    <p>Stop T</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the word 'Italian', how is the letter T pronounced?

    <p>T</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about the common cold is incorrect?

    <p>A cold requires a prescription.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a correct description of feeling unwell in American English?

    <p>I'm under the weather.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does the letter T become a fast D sound?

    <p>When the syllable after it is not stressed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct pronunciation of the letter T in 'certify'?

    <p>T</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do you pronounce the T's in the word 'attitude'?

    <p>Fast D, T</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the word 'dirty', how is the letter T pronounced?

    <p>Fast D</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For which of these words is the letter T pronounced as a stop T?

    <p>Mitten</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following indicates when the pronunciation of T should be a fast D?

    <p>When the syllable after it is not stressed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary rule regarding the pronunciation of 'T' when it is surrounded by vowels?

    <p>It is pronounced as T if the syllable after it is stressed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should the verb be used when expressing a recommendation regarding someone's behavior?

    <p>Using the simple present form</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct way to express a negative recommendation?

    <p>By using 'not' before the simple form of the verb</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the phrase 'the teacher recommended that we be on time', which form is being correctly used?

    <p>The base form of 'be'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the suggested way to avoid using complex phrases in recommendations?

    <p>Use the action verb in its simple form</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should 'a dozen' be correctly phrased when describing items?

    <p>A dozen roses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which expression correctly conveys a doctor's recommendation about diet?

    <p>My doctor recommended that I eat vegetables.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure is incorrect when making a recommendation about punctuality?

    <p>She recommended that they are on time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary structure used when making a suggestion involving another person?

    <p>Use 'I recommend you...'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sentence correctly uses the verb recommendation structure?

    <p>He recommended that I study.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement correctly expresses a recommendation about avoiding unhealthy food?

    <p>He recommends that I avoid sweets.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the incorrect way to phrase a recommendation about regular exercise?

    <p>My trainer recommended that I should exercise daily.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In terms of verb usage, which sentence correctly applies the recommendation structure?

    <p>The coach recommended that she play well.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which use of 'to be' is correct in a recommendation context?

    <p>She recommended that they be punctual.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following sentences demonstrates the correct use of a recommendation?

    <p>He suggested that I exercise regularly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements correctly describes how the term 'dozen' is used in numbers?

    <p>It remains in singular form regardless of the quantity specified.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When can the term 'dozens' be used correctly?

    <p>In phrases like 'there are dozens of parks'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What form should numbers like $100 or $500 take when expressed in plural contexts?

    <p>They must remain in singular form.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which scenario is it correct to say 'hundreds of'?

    <p>When referring to an approximate number without a specific amount.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement correctly describes the singular form for numbers larger than a million?

    <p>They must always remain in singular form regardless of quantity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When discussing the word 'infallible', what is its meaning?

    <p>Incapable of making mistakes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the 't' pronounced in most cases when it is located between vowels?

    <p>As a fast 'd'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when 't' is followed by another consonant?

    <p>It retains its hard 't' sound.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following accurately reflects how to use 'thousands' in a sentence?

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    Study Notes

    Contractions in Informal Speech

    • 'Gonna' is the informal contraction for 'going to'.

    Positive Statement Structure

    • To express a positive statement, you should use a declarative sentence structure, not an interrogative (question) structure.

    Indirect Questions About Location

    • To ask indirectly about the location of the bathroom, you should use a phrase like "Could you tell me where the bathroom is?"

    Direct Question Structure

    • A direct question usually ends with a question mark and often starts with a question word like "What", "Where", "When", "Why", or "How".

    "What do you do for a living?"

    • "What do you do for a living?" is a question inquiring about someone's profession or occupation.

    Pronunciation of "What do you"

    • When pronounced quickly, "What do you" sounds like "Whaddaya".

    Positive Structure in Context

    • "The weather is beautiful today" is an example of a positive statement with a positive structure.

    Incorrect Statements Regarding Indirect Questions

    • It is incorrect to say "indirect questions do not have a question mark" because indirect questions are actually embedded within a statement, so they do not usually end with a question mark.

    Implication of "What you do?"

    • By using "What you do?" instead of "What did you do?", a native speaker might imply that they are interested in the subject's current activities or profession.

    Pronunciation of "What you doing?"

    • The pronunciation of “What you doing?” emphasizes the informal nature of the statement, as well as the colloquial use of the continuous tense.

    Referring to Profession

    • "What do you do for a living?" is a common way to refer to someone's profession without being overly formal.

    Contraction for "What did you"

    • "Whaddaya" is a contraction for 'What did you' in informal speech.

    Informal Form of "What are you doing?"

    • 'Whatcha doin'?' is a commonly used form of "What are you doing?" in informal situations.

    Asking a Direct Question

    • The correct phrase for asking a direct question is "What are you doing?"

    Girl's Phrase in TV Show

    • The girl in the TV show typically uses "What you doing?" as a common phrase.

    Reducing "What have you been doing?"

    • The reduced form of "What have you been doing?" is "What you been doing?"

    Phrase for Ongoing Actions

    • "What you doing?" is commonly used to refer to actions that are currently happening.

    Formal Term for a Single Piece of Clothing

    • The formal term for a single piece of clothing is a 'garment'.

    Inquiring About Recent Activities

    • When someone asks "What have you been up to lately?", they are inquiring about the person's recent activities.

    Asking Someone About Their Profession

    • "What do you do for a living?" is a standard phrase for inquiring about someone's profession.

    Verb Form After "Suggest"

    • When using the verb "suggest", the following verb must be in its infinitive form (with 'to'). For example: "I suggest you go home".

    Incorrect "What you do for living"

    • The phrase "What you do for living" is incorrect because it misses an auxiliary verb and a proper conjunction. The correct phrase is "What do you do for a living?"

    Correct Usage of "Expensive Jewelry" in a Sentence

    • "She wore a necklace made of expensive jewelry" is a correct example using "expensive jewelry".

    Distinguishing "Clothes" and "Clothing"

    • Clothes refer to multiple items of clothing, often used for personal attire, while clothing is a more general term referring to the material used for covering the body.

    Indication of "What you been up to?"

    • The phrase "What you been up to?" indicates an inquiry about past activities.

    Incorrect Phrase for Ongoing Activities

    • "What you gonna do?" is not a correct phrase for asking about ongoing or future activities.

    "What you've been doing" Action

    • "What you've been doing" refers to past actions that have continued for a period of time.

    Question About a Past Event

    • To ask a question about a past event, you could phrase it as, "What did you do yesterday?"

    Structure of a Recommendation

    • "I suggest that you go for a walk" is the correct structure to express a recommendation involving another person.

    Expressing Future Possibility

    • "I might go to the store tomorrow" correctly expresses the future possibility of an action without it being routine.

    "To be" in Suggestions

    • "You should be more careful" is the correct way to use "to be" in suggestions.

    Indicating Statement's Veracity

    • "That's true" is the correct phrase to indicate that a statement is accurate or truthful.

    Difference Between Truth and Lie

    • Telling the truth means stating what is factually correct, while telling a lie means saying something that is not true.

    "Tell" Without Specifying a Person

    • The sentence "I can tell you're tired" correctly uses "tell" without specifying a person.

    Describing Something Sounding Accurate

    • The correct form to describe that something sounds accurate is "That sounds right".

    Incorrect Expression of Habitual Actions

    • "He has a good job" is incorrect when expressing habitual actions, as this should use the present simple tense like "He has a good job every day" or "He has good jobs".
    • The correct verb form in the sentence "He recommended that she ____ on time" is "be", like this: "He recommended that she be on time."

    Structuring "Telling Stories"

    • An example of a correctly structured phrase when speaking about telling stories is "He was telling stories about his past".

    Essential Part of "To Tell"

    • When using "to tell", you must include a person or object as the recipient of the information, for example: "Tell me the secret!"

    Structuring a Suggestion about a Future Action

    • To show a suggestion about a future action, the sentence should be structured as, "Why don't you go to the beach tomorrow?"

    Expressing Agreement with a Suggestion

    • "That's a good idea" is a common way to express agreement with a suggestion.

    Sound Produced by "t" Between Vowels

    • The sound produced when 't' is pronounced between vowels is often a 'flap T', sometimes referred to as a 't' sound.

    Pronunciation of 't' in "He bought a new house"

    • In "he bought a new house," the 't' in 'bought' is usually pronounced as a 'flap T', which sounds similar to a 'd'.

    Consonant After 't'

    • If there is a consonant after the 't', the 't' is often pronounced as a stop 't'.

    Effect of a Vowel Following 't'

    • A vowel following the 't' can cause it to be pronounced as a 'flap T' or a 'stop T' depending on the specific context.

    Correct Stop T

    • "She's got a new car" is an example of a phrase that uses a stop 't' correctly.

    't' Pronunciation in "Hot coffee"

    • The first 't' in 'hot coffee' is usually pronounced as a 'flap T'.

    't' Pronunciation in "He's only got a minute"

    • 'He's only got a minute' features both a stop 't' in 'got' and a 'flap T' in 'minute'.

    Incorrect Statement Regarding 't' Pronunciation

    • It is incorrect to say that 't' is always pronounced as a 'flap T' between vowels, as it can sometimes be pronounced as a stop 't' depending on the context and speech style.

    Second 't' in "Check it out"

    • The second 't' in "check it out" is typically pronounced as a 'flap T'.

    "Play" and "Plate" Difference

    • The 't' in 'play' is pronounced as a 'flap T', while the 't' in 'plate' is pronounced as a stop 't' due to its position before the vowel 'e'.

    Technique for Producing a Stop T

    • A stop 't' is produced by briefly stopping the airflow from the mouth and then releasing it.

    Fast 'D' Pronunciation

    • The phrase 'bad day' contains a fast 'd' pronunciation.

    Glottal Stop

    • A glottal stop is a sound created by closing the vocal folds briefly, making a brief pause. It is often used as a substitute for the letter 't' in some dialects, especially in the middle of words or between vowels.

    Example of Stop T

    • "She got a new car" is an example of a sentence that illustrates the use of a Stop 't'.

    Correctly Phrased Outfit Sentence

    • "I'm wearing a nice outfit" is a grammatically correct way to phrase a sentence about your outfit.

    Expression for Difficulty

    • The correct expression for difficulty is "I'm having a hard time with..."

    Pronunciation of "Weary"

    • The word "weary" is pronounced as "WIH-ree".

    Definition of "Wary"

    • The word "wary" means cautious, watchful, or suspicious. It describes a state of being alert and careful, often in anticipation of danger or uncertainty.

    Pronunciation of "Police"

    • The word "police" is pronounced as "puh-LEES".

    Incorrect "The police is coming"

    • It is grammatically incorrect to say "the police is coming," as "police" is a plural noun and therefore requires the plural verb form "are". The correct phrase is "the police are coming."

    Pronunciation of "Stomach"

    • The word "stomach" is pronounced as "STUH-muhk".

    Correct Statement About "Pizza"

    • The standard pronunciation of "pizza" is "PEE-tsuh", although some people may pronounce it differently.

    "He looks very weary"

    • You should say "He looks very WIH-ree"

    Incorrect Sentence Structure Regarding Dancing

    • Saying "He dances beautifully" is a grammatically correct sentence structure, so it is NOT an incorrect sentence structure.

    Grammatical Error in "I cannot say what's that"

    • The grammatical error in "I cannot say what's that" is the missing word "is" after "what". The correct sentence is "I cannot say what is that."

    Correct Use of "Hard Time"

    • "He was having a hard time finding a job" is a correct example using "hard time" in a sentence.

    Implication of "Wary"

    • "Wary" in the sentence 'My dog is wary of strangers' implies caution and distrust towards strangers.

    Synonym of "Weary"

    • A synonym of "weary" is "tired".

    Frequency of Laundry

    • The question "How often does she do laundry?" inquires about how frequently she washes her clothes.

    Second Part of Conditional Statement

    • If the first part of a conditional statement includes "if they like you", the second part should use the present simple tense. For example: "If they like you, they will invite you."

    Correct Usage of "Tell"

    • When considering the difference between 'say' and 'tell', 'tell' is correctly used when indicating the recipient of the information. For example: "Tell me the secret."

    Phrase for Grocery Store's Vegetable Section

    • The correct phrase for entering a grocery store's vegetable section is "I'm looking for produce."

    Description of "Produce"

    • "Produce" refers to fruits and vegetables, collectively.

    Meaning of "Produce"

    • "Produce" as a verb means to create, make, or grow something, typically in a factory or on a farm.

    Pronunciation of "Produce"

    • The correct pronunciation of "produce" is "pruh-DEWS".

    "Highway Robbery" Context

    • The expression 'Highway robbery' is correctly used when something is excessively overpriced or unfairly expensive.

    Incorrect "A worst vacation"

    • It is incorrect to say "a worst vacation" because "worst" is already the superlative form of "bad", and you should pronounce it as "the worst vacation".

    Description of "Ambiance"

    • "Ambiance" refers to the atmosphere or character of a place, often including sensory elements like music, lighting, and décor.

    Expressing Gratitude for Birthday

    • "Thank you for making my birthday so special" is a correct way to express gratitude in a sentence about a friend's birthday.

    Past Tense of "Produce"

    • The past tense of "produce" is "produced".

    Phrase for Place Quality

    • "The hotel has a great ambiance" is an example of a phrase used to describe a quality of a place.

    Describing Expensive Parking

    • If someone charged $50 for parking, you might refer to it as "highway robbery" due to its excessive cost.

    Correct American English Pronunciation

    • The correct pronunciation of "parking" in American English is "PAR-king".

    Pronunciation of "Mercedes"

    • The correct pronunciation of "Mercedes" is "MER-say-dees".

    Stressed Syllable in "Porsche"

    • The stressed syllable in the word "Porsche" is the first syllable.

    Pronunciation of "Latte"

    • The correct pronunciation of "latte" is "LAH-tay".

    Incorrect Pronunciation of "Garbage"

    • "GAR-bij" is NOT a correct pronunciation of "garbage" in American English. Common pronunciations include "GAR-bich" and "GAR-bidge".

    "Status" Pronunciation

    • In American English, "status" is typically pronounced as "STAY-tus".

    Stressed Syllable on the First Syllable

    • The word "niche" has a stressed syllable on the first syllable: "neesh".

    Correct "Niche" Pronunciation

    • The correct pronunciation of "niche" in American English is "neesh".

    Correct "Porsche" Pronunciation

    • The correct pronunciation of "Porsche" according to its original German pronunciation is "POR-shuh".

    Stomach Hurt Reason

    • The text provided does not offer a reason why her stomach hurts.

    Luxurious Car Description

    • "Porsche" is often used to describe a particularly luxurious car.

    Sound in "Porsche" Relaxed Syllables

    • The sound used in the relaxed syllables of 'Porsche' is a schwa sound (ə).

    Porsche Manufacturing Location

    • Porsche is manufactured in Germany.

    Last Syllable of "Latte" Pronunciation

    • The last syllable of 'latte' is pronounced as a short 'ay' sound.

    Referring to Multiple Porsches

    • Multiple cars from the brand Porsche can be referred to as "Porsches".

    Asking for a Better View

    • "Can I get a table with a better view?" is a correct way to ask for a better view.

    Referring to Bed Sizes

    • Instead of using specific bed sizes like 'king' or 'queen', it is more appropriate to use descriptions like "large bed" or "a huge bed".

    Common "Latte" Mispronunciation

    • A common mispronunciation of "latte" is "LAH-tee".

    Comparing Slipper Comfort

    • To compare the comfort of slippers, you could say: "These slippers are much more comfortable than those ones".

    "Status Symbol"

    • A "status symbol" is something that is associated with a certain level of wealth, prestige, or accomplishment. For example, a Porsche car can be considered a status symbol.

    Sound in "Garbage" Pronunciation

    • The sound used in the pronunciation of 'garbage' varies, with some using a schwa sound (ə) and others using a short 'i' sound (ɪ).

    Laundry Service Term

    • The proper service term for laundry at a hotel is 'valet laundry' or 'laundry service'.

    Asking About Laundry Service Usage

    • "Do you offer laundry service?" or "How do I use the laundry service?" are correct ways to ask about laundry service usage at a hotel.

    Incorrect "This is king bed"

    • The phrase "This is king bed" is grammatically incorrect because it lacks an article. The correct phrase is "This is a king bed".

    Correct Mention of Hair Combing Frequency

    • "She combs her hair every day" is the correct way to mention how often someone combs their hair.

    Mistaken Bed Size Preference

    • It is incorrect to say "I prefer king size bed" because the term "size" is unnecessary. The correct phrase is "I prefer a king bed".

    Helpful Laundry Phrase

    • "I need to do laundry" is a concise and helpful phrase when referring to doing laundry.

    Inaccurate Term for Laundry Situation

    • "The hotel has laundry facilities" is considered inaccurate when discussing the laundry situation at a hotel. Instead, use "The hotel offers laundry service" or "The hotel has a laundry service".

    Question About Cleaning Up Garbage

    • "Do we need to clean up the garbage?" is a well-formed question regarding the need to clean up garbage.

    Pronunciation of "Modern"

    • The correct pronunciation of "modern" is "MAHD-ern".

    Pronunciation of "Oven"

    • The pronunciation of "oven" is "uh-vuhn".

    Correctly Stated Phrase

    • "She's got a nice new car" is correctly stated.

    "Cupboard" Pronunciation

    • "Cupboard" is pronounced as "KUHB-erd".

    Correct Phrase Describing a Worker

    • "He is a blue-collar worker" correctly describes a worker who performs manual labor.

    Pronunciation of "Cordial"

    • The pronunciation of "cordial" in American English is "KOR-jee-uhl".

    Meaning of "Blue Collar"

    • "Blue collar" refers to jobs that involve manual labor, typically in industries like construction, manufacturing, or service.

    Context of "Cordial"

    • "Cordial" is typically used to describe a friendly or polite attitude.

    "White Collar" Grammatical Usage

    • "White collar" should be used as an adjective, describing the type of job. For example: "She has a white-collar job".

    "Modern Design" Implication

    • "Modern design" implies a style that is characterized by simplicity, functionality, and often clean lines.

    Incorrect "It has a good Ambiance"

    • It is incorrect to say "It has a good Ambiance" as "Ambiance" is an uncountable noun and does not require an article. The correct phrase is "It has a good ambiance".

    Pronunciation of "Not"

    • The pronunciation of "not" usually includes a glottal stop (ʔ) before the vowel sound.

    Alternative to "He's a nice person"

    • A more natural and nuanced alternative to "He's a nice person" is "He's a kind guy" or "He's really friendly".

    Statement About "Going to"

    • "Going to" is a future tense structure that expresses intention, prediction, or likelihood.

    Distinguishing Blue Collar and White Collar

    • Blue-collar jobs typically involve manual labor, while white-collar jobs are mostly office-based and require higher education.

    Example of White Collar Crime

    • Embezzlement is a common example of a white-collar crime.

    Verb For Events Instead of "Finished"

    • When discussing events like meetings or surgeries, it is more accurate to use verbs like 'completed', 'concluded', or 'ended' instead of "finished".

    Article Before a Vowel

    • The article 'an' is correctly used before a word that starts with a vowel sound. For example: "an orange".

    Referring to Multiple Blue Collar Workers

    • "Blue-collar workers" is the correct way to refer to multiple blue-collar employees.

    Referring to Uncountable Metal

    • "Iron" is an uncountable noun, so the proper way to refer to it without a number is "iron".

    Completing the Phrase for a Countable Object

    • "This is a book" correctly completes the phrase for a countable object.

    Correct Use of "Ended"

    • The sentence "The meeting ended at 5 pm" correctly uses "ended" in the past tense.

    Description of a White Collar Job

    • A white-collar job typically involves working in an office setting, requiring intellectual skills, and often involves a higher level of education.

    Articles With Countable Objects

    • Articles 'a' and 'an' are used with singular countable objects to indicate an indefinite reference or introduce a new object. The article 'the' is used with singular or plural countable objects to indicate a specific or previously mentioned object.

    Grammatically Incorrect Sentence

    • "I have a good job every day" is grammatically incorrect because it uses the present simple tense where the present continuous tense is required. The correct sentence would be "I am having a good job every day."

    Term for Manual Labor Job

    • A manual labor job is often referred to as a blue-collar job.

    Completing "This is ___ iron"

    • " This is an iron" is correct as we're referring to a specific iron.

    Situation Where "Finished" is Not Used

    • "Finished" should not be used when describing an action that is ongoing or has not been completed.

    Discussing Effort with a Single Instance

    • "He gave it a try" should be used when discussing a single instance of effort.

    Pronunciation of the Noun "Process"

    • The American English pronunciation of "process" is "PROH-ses".

    Asking About Preferences From Limited Selection

    • "Which one do you prefer?" is the correct phrase to use when asking someone about their preferences from a limited selection.

    American English Term for Water Dispenser

    • The American English term for the device that dispenses water at a sink is a "faucet".

    Expressing Symptoms Correctly

    • "I have a headache" is a grammatically correct way to express a symptom.

    Saying a Job Requires Effort

    • The correct way to say that the job requires effort is "The job requires effort".

    Question Word for Broader Inquiries

    • "What" is the question word used for broader inquiries without a limited selection.

    Expressing Gratitude for Efforts

    • "Thank you for your hard work" is a suitable way to express gratitude for someone's efforts.

    Phrase Indicating Attempt or Exertion

    • "He made an effort to be on time" indicates the act of making an attempt or exerting oneself.

    Repairing a Leaking Water Device

    • The action of repairing a leaking water device is typically called "fixing" or "repairing" the faucet.

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