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Writing

Reading well to write English well

Learning to write well means you have to read well. But what does that mean?

Writing Guide

Reading

News

February winner: Mutokazu!

Mutokazu was the winner in February. He wrote more than 6,000 characters!

Grammar

Nuances of causative verbs

When you use a causative verb, think about nuance and context. This article explains the differences.

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Grammar

All about causative verbs

Words like "make", "force" and "let" are called "causatives". They show that a person does not choose to do an action themselves. They are asked to do it by another person who has some kind of power.

A new person

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News

Writing competition: Write to win!

Poligo wants to motivate you to write this month, so we are giving away a prize!

Writing Ideas

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Gender inequality

Topic

Agree or disagree: Gender inequality will never be eliminated.

Task instructions...
Your previous job

Question: What did you like or dislike about your previous job?

This is a typical job interview question. Write...
Selfish or altruistic?

Do you think people are naturally selfish or altruistic? Why? Use evidence to support your position. Don't forget to think about the...
Evacuation plan

Question: Design an evacuation plan for this building.

This is a typical job interview question. Write your...
One day

One day, I hope I can...

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Countable or Uncountable

It is difficult to know if a noun is countable or uncountable, but there are some ways to guess and some rules to help you.

Vocabulary

Casual abbreviations in English

A list of shortened words and phrases often used in casual English.

Grammar

ONE and ONES to replace countable nouns

When we are talking about countable things, we can use ONE or ONES if it is clear what we are talking about.

Grammar

Performative verbs: when you say a word...

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When you use a word like "promise" or "apologise", you are doing the action by just saying the word. In those cases, use the present simple and not the continuous.

Grammar

All about causative verbs

Words like "make", "force" and "let" are called "causatives". They show that a person does not choose to do an action themselves. They are asked to do it by another person who has some kind of power.

Vocabulary