Tag: advanced-english
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Using Two Verbs
Precision in language is a lot like precision in code—swap a semicolon for a comma, and things break. In English, choosing between a gerund (the -ing form) and an infinitive (the to + verb form) changes the logic of your sentence. Here is a targeted drill designed for IT professionals to master these structures in a technical context. 1. The Logic: Gerund vs.…
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Intonation Practice: T Sounds
Practice intonation and American T sound changes with this casual conversation between IT Professionals. Get more English Practice here. Coffee Break at the Data Center Alex: Hey Sarah, got a second? I was just trying to scrutinize the latest latency logs. Our internet gateway is hitting a major bottleneck, and I can’t quite identify if…
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Business Casual: Idioms 7
Here’s a cross-team conversation using popular idioms. Review it to understand the meanings of idioms, and then answer questions with them. Get more English practice here. The Project “Phoenix” Post-Mortem Setting: A glass-walled meeting room at 9:00 AM. Everyone looks exhausted but relieved. Sarah (Manager): Morning, team. Before we dive into the next sprint, I…
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