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3 types of clipped words (with 60+ examples)

What are clipped words? Jump to: What are clipped words? Types of clipped words Front clipping examples Back clipping examples Middle clipping examples 1. Introduction In English language, clipping is the process of forming new words by dropping one or more syllables from a larger word, thereby resulting in a shorter word. Clipped Words are the words that are formed by clipping one or more syllables from a larger word or phrase, while retaining the meaning of the original word or phrase. Being shorter, clipped words are easy to spell and pronounce. Clipped words are more commonly used in everyday language. It is interesting to note, in some cases, the clipped form of a word is more popular (and more frequently used) than the original word itself. Clipping is also known as shortening or truncation . Clipping refers to part of a word that provides for the whole, s
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15+ blend words examples (updated)

All about blend words: Jump to: What are blend words? Why should we use blend words? 15+ blend word examples Trend in blend words What a video introduction: 1. What are blend words? Blend words, or commonly referred to as portmanteau words , present a creative opportunity for broadening one's vocabulary and expressing thoughts concisely. Within this article, we shall explore what blend words are, investigate their formation process and take a look at their seamless integration into the fabric of everyday English. 💡 Note: In the English language, Blending is a word-formation process in which parts of two or more words combine to create a new word. Words that are formed when two or more words are combined to form new words have some of the properties of each of the original words. Therefore, combining two or more words creates a new word that refer

English Grammar roadmap for ESL and IELTS

Introduction Welcome to our study plan for English Grammar, designed for those preparing for the IELTS ("IELTSExam") or ESL. This guide is also perfect for anyone who wants to improve their English language skills. English Grammar is a fundamental aspect of language learning, and having a solid understanding of its rules and principles can greatly improve your ability to communicate effectively. In this study plan, we will provide you with a roadmap to mastering English Grammar, covering the key areas that you need to focus on to achieve success. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced learner, this guide will help you build a strong foundation in English Grammar and take your language skills to the next level. Watch a quick video introduction: 1. Introduction to Grammar Parts of speech : Nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, prepositions, conjunctions, and interjections Basic sentence structure: Subject

30 Imperative sentence examples

Let's explore Imperative Sentences Jump to: What are imperatice sentences? Structure of an imperative sentence 30 imperative sentence examples What is The Imperative Mood? 1. Imperative Sentence definition: Imperative sentences tell others what to do or ask for something. Imperative sentences tell someone what to do or how to do something. They are used to express orders, instructions, or advice. Imperative sentences often start with a verb and end with a period or exclamation mark. They are straightforward and direct, aiming to influence someone's actions or behavior. Imperative sentences are used: to give an order or a command to make a request to give instructions to offer advice , a suggestion or an invitation Watch a video introduction 1.2 Background: Before we div

What are Complex and Compound Sentences

What is a Complex Sentence? Jump to: What is are Complex Sentences? Independent vs dependent clause How to identify an independent clause? Complex sentence examples What is a compound sentence? 1. Complex sentence definition: A complex sentence is a sentence that has one independent part (the main clause ) and at-lease one dependent part (the subordinate clause). The independent and dependent clauses are joined together using an appropriate conjunction . You can easily recognize complex sentences when they use subordinating conjunctions like because , since , or until to join parts of the sentence. In English, sentences can be constructed using different types and numbers of clauses, resulting in the formation of simple , compound , and complex sentences. In this article, our primary focus will be on exploring complex sentences, along with an examinatio

Exploring the 5 Types of Clauses: A Detailed Guide

What are Clauses? Definition: A clause is a group of words that consists of a verb and a subject . The verb indicates an action or a state of being, while the subject is someone or something performing the action. In other words, the verb describes the action or state of being, and the subject is who or what performs the action. Often, a clause can form a complete sentence on its own because it conveys a complete thought. Clauses that can be read as a standalone sentence are classified as main clauses (or independent clauses). In some cases, however, a clause might depend on another clause to make complete sense. Such clauses are called subordinate clauses (or dependent clauses). We will look into these types in detail below. Here are a few examples: I was standing near a wall. She made tea for the guest. They are singing in a loud voice. 💡 Note: A clause is different from a phrase because a phra

9 types of Pronouns with examples

What are Pronouns? Definition: Pronouns are words that replace nouns in sentences. Instead of repeating a noun, like a person's name, over and over, we use pronouns to make our sentences less repetitive and smoother. Common pronouns include 'he,' 'she,' 'it,' 'they,' 'we,' and 'I.' For instance, instead of saying, "Sarah went to the store, and Sarah bought apples," we can say, "Sarah went to the store, and she bought apples." Pronouns help us speak and write more efficiently and sound less repetitive. Note: It is important to note that because pronouns replace nouns, they are used the same way the nouns are used in a sentence. You would use them as subjects or objects in a sentence. Before we move forward, following is a graphics showing relationship between nouns , pronouns and adjectives . Let's consider the following examples: 1. Sam is a good sin