Have you ever thanked someone for something, and they told you that you were “most welcome”. I know that this might seem like a bit of a strange phrase that your English teacher would be petrified at. But it’s an actual phrase that people really use. Today, I want to talk about what “most welcome” …
“You are most welcome” meaning: 14 examples of how to use it in a sentence Read More »
Have you ever asked a question and received the answer “most probably”? Chances are, this has caused a bit of confusion and made you wonder, “What the heck does that mean?”. Today, we’ll be looking at what “most probably” means, how it differs from regular “probably”, and where the word probably comes from. By the …
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Who doesn’t love friends? And no, I’m not talking about the TV show, which is apparently a comedy. Having people in your life who you enjoy spending time with and who you can turn to when things are tough is a vital part of a healthy life. But have you ever heard the term “special …
“Special friend” meaning: Here’s what it really means to have a “Special friend” Read More »
When you’re talking to someone of the opposite gender, you might have heard them say that they have a “crush” on you. At first, this might seem a bit childish, and it might even seem like they’re trying to be cute or funny. But today, I want to talk about what it means when someone …
“I have a crush on you” meaning: Here’s what it means to “Have a crush on someone” Read More »
When you’re reading philosophy books or listening to a self-help podcast, you might hear some phrases that sound super cool, but you don’t initially know what they mean. Today, I want to look at one particular phrase that may or may not be helpful in your life. “He who makes a beast of himself gets …
“He who makes a beast of himself…” Meaning & origin – Samuel L. Johnson Read More »
Those of you with interest in English history might be familiar with the term “Celtic”. The people who were alive before the Romans came over. But there’s also another term familiar with lovers of English history- Gaelic! Many people use these words interchangeably, but you won’t be one of them after this article. Today, we’ll …
Celtic vs Gaelic: Here’s the difference between “Celtic” and “Gaelic” Read More »
On the internet, we come into contact with people from all over the world. That’s a great thing as it allows us to learn about new cultures, people, and ways of life that we hadn’t previously considered. However, it does also mean that sometimes, new words and phrases pop up which we don’t understand. It’s …
“Higher secondary” meaning: Here’s the full explanation with 5 examples Read More »
Have you ever been told that something might have some “Ethical Implications”? Thankfully, you don’t need a degree in philosophy to know what it means when something has “Ethical implications”. Today, we’ll look at what “ethical implications” means, what topics might have them, and why they are important. Today, we’ll look at language, philosophy, politics, …
“Ethical implications”: Meaning & 4 examples of what they are Read More »
Have you ever heard someone use the phrase “Same goes to you”? For people who aren’t fluent in English, this phrase might raise a few eyebrows. But today, I want to put aside any confusion about the phrase and explain what it means, why you might hear it, and how you can respond to it. …
“Same goes to you”: Meaning & alternatives + examples of how to respond Read More »
“I am” is one of the most basic words in the English language. When you first start learning how to speak English, “I am” will likely be learned in lesson one. But have you ever considered what some alternatives might be? Today, we’ll take a look at some alternatives to “I am” and delve into …
“I am” synonyms: 3 other ways to say “I am” in English Read More »
