Hallowe'en Scene 1 Language Focus
Task
Fill the gaps in the conversations between Stephen and Ashlie by using expressions with 'think'.
Task 2
Think back to the conversations in the previous task. Complete the conversations using the correct expressions with 'think'.
Task 3
Use the best expressions to fill the gaps in the sentences.
Comments
Hello,
Could you tell me if traveling with one "l" is possible in British English nowadays?
team
Hello Larra!
It is slowly becoming more acceptable. Many people might not even notice if you spell travelling without the extra l. It's not something to worry about too much – but I prefer the traditional British spelling; traveling looks 'wrong' to me, even though I wouldn't mark a student down for using it.
Regards
Jeremy Bee
The LearnEnglish Team
could please someone explain me out of the way?
Hi guys, i am from peru my level english needs to improve so i really like to practice by skype. If somebody can, please add me to xxxxxxxxx.
thank you to all.
Ulrich Chávez
team
Hi ulchavez,
I know it is a good way to make contacts, but our House Rules forbid the posting of Skype addresses and other personal details.
Please don't post or request contact details in future, thanks.
Regards,
Stephen Jones
The LearnEnglish Team
can you please help me??
" i bloody well can...." and "i can bloody well..."
are these meant same? and please explain the structure of both phrases in reference with adverb and adjective. in second phrase 'well' is working as an adverb and 'bloody' as an intensifier or as adjective
Interpret please... waiting for answer
team
Hello,
Firstly, I'm sure you know that the word 'bloody' is seen as mildly offensive in British English, so you should avoid using it unless you are confident you know how you will be understood.
I would say that the answer to your question depends on whether the examples you give are being used on their own or with additional verbs and, if there are additional verbs, it depends on where they are added to the sentence.
In general, there probably isn't any difference in meaning and both mean that the speaker believes strongly that s/he is able or allowed to do something. However, if you add a verb in the middle of the second sentence, then 'bloody' modifies 'well'. For example, 'I can swim bloody well' means 'I am a very good swimmer'. On the other hand, 'I can bloody well swim' or 'I bloody well can swim' mean 'I am very sure I am able to swim.'
I hope that helps!
Best wishes,
Adam
The LearnEnglish Team
Where can I bought these cool 'british' cushions? :DD
team
Hello Amanda,
I found a lot in UK shops by searching for 'Union Jack Cushions' on the web. It might be harder for you in Brazil.
Best wishes,
Adam
The LearnEnglish Team
Hi, Could someone explain me difference between on the way and in the way??