My student question 1. I am going to play soccer. 2.I am to play soccer. What is the difference? If the meaning is same, why we need extra "going"? Thanks!

"John is in bed." Does this mean John is ill? John is lying on the bed? John is asleep? Thanks!

Why you are asking Or Why you asking?

Is it natural to use the word ''impetus'' and the verb ''discard'' in this sentence? Let's say there's a woman who is very insecure about her appearance and generally very unhappy with it, so much so that she let's her dissatisfaction with her appearance limit her in every imaginable way. Is it natural to use discard and impetus in this sentence?: After having had plastic surgery, she felt like the surgery not only helped her discard her insecurities but it also gave a much needed impetus to her desire to try new things instead of just staying in her comfort zone.

What is the main difference between Sweden and Iceland in terms of the language and culture?

hello, I am a Chinese girl.Is there anyone can teach me spoken English ? I can teach u Chinese in return.I We can take turns communicating in English and Chinese.I can have simple English coumunication.And I would like to make friends with everyone.

What is the difference between conflicted and ambivalent? Some individuals might feel conflicted/ambivalent about plastic surgery. I like the red dress and the purple dress equally but my budget is limited, so I can afford only one of them. I really can't choose. I am too conflicted/ambivalent. (I think feeling torn between the two would be the most natural phrase here.) There are an increasing number of people who feel ambivalent/conflicted about having children.

Hi! Yesterday I took the exam and used a phrase "improve my communicating skills". Is it correct? Or a mistake because I had to write "communication skills"?:(