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Writing Emails in English: Business vs. Informal Style

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  Writing emails is part of everyday life now—especially in English-speaking workplaces and schools. But are your emails clear , polite , and appropriate for the situation? In this post, we’ll look at: The difference between professional and informal email styles Common mistakes to avoid Useful phrases to improve your writing How you can practice with personalized lessons  Why Business Email English Matters Your email says a lot about you before you ever meet someone in person. In professional settings like: Job applications Customer service Office communication Business deals using the wrong tone or style can lead to misunderstandings—or leave a bad impression. Knowing when and how to write professionally versus casually is an important skill that every English learner can master.  Business Email vs. Informal Email: What’s the Difference?  1. The Greeting Business Email: Dear Mr. Lee, Dear Hiring Manager, To Whom It May C...

5 Common Grammar Mistakes English Learners Make (and How to Fix Them)

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  Even advanced English learners make grammar mistakes—and that’s okay! English grammar has many small rules and exceptions that can be confusing, especially if they’re different from the grammar in your native language. As a TESOL-certified tutor with over 11 years of experience, I’ve helped students from many countries fix their most common grammar mistakes —quickly and clearly. Here are 5 grammar mistakes I see most often , and simple tips to avoid them.  1. Forgetting the Third-Person “S” Wrong : She walk to school every day. Correct : She walks to school every day. Tip : When the subject is he, she, or it , don’t forget to add “-s” to the verb in the present simple tense. “He runs.” “She speaks.” “It rains.”  2. Using the Wrong Past Tense Verb Wrong : Yesterday, I go to the store. Correct : Yesterday, I went to the store. Tip : Learn the past tense forms of irregular verbs. They don’t follow the “-ed” rule. For example: go → went have → had ...