Agreeing and Disagreeing in English
Using precise collocations can significantly enhance clarity in conversations. Here’s how to effectively use collocations about agreeing and disagreeing in English: Agreeing Collocations Disagreeing Collocations Why Should You Care? These collocations express slight nuances. For instance, “tend to agree” indicates cautious agreement, while “complete agreement” indicates full consensus. And by using them, and using them […]
Want to Sound More Like a Native Speaker? Stop Apologising!
Have you ever noticed how often non-native English speakers apologise during conversations? They apologise for grammar mistakes, for forgetting words, or even for their accents. Ironically, native speakers rarely do this. So, if you’re aiming to sound more natural and confident when speaking English, the first step is simple: stop apologising. Let’s dive into common […]
Beyond LGTM
We’ve all done it, written “LGTM” (Looks Good To Me) or “+1” in a code review when we’re in a hurry. And sure, sometimes the code really looks good. But is that brief comment in a code review enough to encourage your team to improve their skills and reduce technical debt? Let’s explore why clear, […]