Ask a Teacher (名师答疑)

2023-04-07 Gauge and Yardstick

Hello! This week on Ask a Teacher, we will answer a question about “gauge” and “yardstick.” Question: Dear teacher, I am…

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2023-03-31 As Well As

Hello! This week on Ask a Teacher, we will answer a question about “as well as.” Question: Hi VOA Learning English,…

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2023-03-24 Begin, Start, Commence

Hello! This week on Ask a Teacher, we will answer a question about “start,” “begin,” and “commence.” Question: Dear VOA, Please…

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2023-03-17 Irregular vs. Abnormal

Hello! This week on Ask a Teacher, we will answer a question about two common synonyms, or words that have similar…

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2023-03-10 Syllable Dropping in Speaking

Hello! This week on Ask a Teacher, we will answer a question about syllable dropping in American English pronunciation. Question: Hi,…

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2023-03-03 Reading Skills: Definitions and Transitions

Hello! This week on Ask a Teacher, we will answer a question about reading skills like finding definitions and transitions. Question:…

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2023-02-24 Disturbing vs. Irritating

Hello! This week on Ask a Teacher, we will answer a question about the difference between “disturbing” and “irritating.” Question: Hi…

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2023-02-17 Made and Prepositions

Hello! This week on Ask a Teacher, we will answer a question about the verb “made” when used with prepositions. Question:…

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2023-01-27 How to Use Avoid, Prevent

This week on Ask a Teacher, we answer a question from Sergio in Brazil. He asks, Question: I would like to…

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2023-01-20 Release and Relief

Hello! This week on Ask a Teacher, we will answer a question about the difference between “release” and “relief.” Question Hello…

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