English Questions There are two main types of English questions: direct questions and indirect questions. When we ask questions in English, we either start the question immediately (a direct …

We use indirect questions to be more polite in formal situations - such as in work or professional situations. Take a look at our page on Direct and Indirect Questions in English, then try the quiz …

Welcome to our English grammar page! Here you can find links to our most popular grammar pages, and links to essential grammar (and grammar exercises) by level. Basic English Grammar Start here …

We make it easy for you to learn how to speak English fluently, whether you're a beginner or advanced learner. These English lessons will show you how to say almost anything in daily English …

Direct speech using would, could, might and should all stay the same in reported speech. “You should speak more” – He said I should speak more. Reporting questions When you report questions, the …

You can also seem too direct when you give strong opinions. Supposing the other person doesn’t agree? Then it would be difficult for them to share their opinion with you. So English speakers use a …

How can you ask someone to do something for you in English without sounding rude? Here are some of the ways that you can give orders and instructions. 1. Use the imperative form We use the imperati…

Emails are generally shorter than letters. As they are often written quickly, in response to a request or question, they may contain only a few lines. Informal English, abbreviations, and absence of …

Here are some tips to write a short enquiry letter or email in English. You send an enquiry when you want to know something: perhaps you want some information from a hotel about room availability, …

You need to be careful to sound polite and diplomatic when you write to people with high status, such as your boss or a client. Make sure you use the correct verb forms to avoid sounding too direct. Here …