Meaning of “i.e.” and “e.g.” in a Sentence. Many of you might be surprised to know that the meanings of the two words, “e.g” and “i.e” are different from one another. There are many people who use these two words interchangeably but in reality they cannot be used in each others place. Hence one should be careful about the use of these words. It is important to know the meanings of these words. The word “e.g’ means “for example” and it originates from the Latin word “exempli gratia”. On the other hand the word “i.e” means “that is” and is derived from the Latin word “id est”. There are some suggestions with the help of which you can remember the meaning of these words. The meaning of the word, “e.g” can be remembered as the word “example” starts with “e” so “e.g” means for example. As far as the use is concerned you can say that, “There are seven colors in the rainbow, red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo and violet. This gives a complete list. On the other hand when you are giving an incomplete list you can use the word, “e.g”. It can be said, There are 7 colors in the rainbow, e.g., red, orange and yellow. In simple words it can be said that with the use of, “i.e” you are actually stating the colors of the rainbow. While with the use of, “e.g” you are giving examples of the colors which are present in the rainbow. There are certain confusions with the use of these words. Some grammarians feel that like all the Latin abbreviations the words “e.g” and “i.e” needs to be italicized. While many feel that there is no need to italicize these words because they are used very commonly in the English language. Again there is disagreement regarding the capitalization of these words. Some hold an opinion that is fine to write these words in capital letters while others are of the opinion that there is no need to capitalize these words. They say that these words do not generally begin a sentence. Hence that way also no capitalization is required. Again people are not very sure whether or not to use a comma after these two words. Most of the grammarians are of the opinion that a comma is needed after one use either of these words. But in British English it is not important to use a comma after these two words. It is recommended that the next time you have to use either “e.g”, or “i.e” it would be helpful if you say them. This is because when you say the sentence in your mind you are more likely to point out the mistake. (Source-Free English Grammar Tips)

THE SAME OLD QUESTION..."WHY IS MY ENGLISH SO POOR?" When u visit any language related sites or any forum,u can see the lots of questions from people describing their poor english ability.Well,i often hear my friends saying my english is much better than him and he insists me to suggest him some ideas on improving his english.I think just sharing the ideas,hints or any personal experiences wont make anyone perfect in english. I told him the same things what you have been telling your friends and the same things what you been listening from peoples or millions of ideas which you can find on just a click on google tab....read english magazines..newspaper...listen english dialouges...watch english movie.. and many more which are as simple as you understand.He may be pleased for a while because may be my ideas sounds more than encouraging for him.But i dont think the smart man just listens,he applies it..He tries the every possible ways to make him much better and better.I told my friends the same smart man formula.He was so pleased that he came up with an idea of sharing my personal experience with you people here. Let me tell you,i am not a native english speaker nor i am from any english speaking nation.My grandparents even dont know the 'A' of english.I am not good just because i kept pondering the hints given by anyone.I had a deep interest in this language since i was a child.I had a strong belief if i work hard,it wont dissatisfy me.I did work hard.I started with the basics and moved steps by steps.I read,i listened,i watched,i spoke and i used.I never felt shame when i made any mistakes.Mistakes wont make you down.You neednt be shame on it.Learn from ur mistakes.Every mistakes u make will built up ur confidence. It has been years since i m studying english.I started learning english when i was 5 and now i am 23.It has been a whole 18 years and still i have been learning it.I can read well,write well speak well and listen well.I dont mean my english is perfect but i got the guts to say ""Hey man i have made a progress..." I think i am here because i applied the rules.Learning everythings need a rule,so does english.Dont just hurry.You have a long journey to go.There can be some delays and some frustations.You just need to set your destination.Fix it and then go for it.You definitely gonna reach there sooner or later.As my elder says "Constant practices will give experience.Mistakes will improve your skill. Master your skill will give you confidence.Your confidence will bring you the success."

FUN FACTS ABOUT THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE 1.There is a seven letter word in the English language that contains ten words without rearranging any of its letters, "therein": the,there,he,in, rein,her,here,ere,therein,herein. 2.There is only ONE word in the English language with THREE CONSECUTIVE SETS OF DOUBLE LETTERS.... Bookkeeper 3.The word "queue" is the only word in the English language that is still pronounced the same way when the last four letters are removed. 4.There are only two sequences of four consecutive letters that can be found in the English language: "rstu" and "mnop." Examples of each are understudy and gynophobia. 5.The longest word in the English language, according to the Oxford English Dictionary, is pneumonoultramicroscopicsilicovolcanoconiosis. 6."Almost" is the longest word in the English language with all the letters in alphabetical order. 7.The sentence "The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog." uses every letter in the alphabet. 8.The word "set" has more definitions than any other word in the English language. 9.The oldest word in the English language is “Town”. 10."Stewardesses" is the longest word that can be typed with only the left hand. 11.Widow is the only female form in the English language that is shorter than its corresponding male term (widower). 12."Underground" is the only word in the English language that begins and ends with the letters "und." 13.There are only four words in the English language which end in "-dous": tremendous, horrendous, stupendous, and hazardous. 14.The longest place-name still in use is Taumatawhakatangihangakoauauotamateaturipukakapikimaungahoronukupokaiw en uaitnatahu, a New Zealand hill. 15."Dreamt" is the only English word that ends in the letters "mt". 16.The longest one-syllable word in the English language is "screeched." 17.There is a word in the English language with only one vowel, which occurs five times: "indivisibility." 18.The only 15 letter word that can be spelled without repeating a letter is "uncopyrightable." 19.“Facetious” & “Abstemious” contain all the vowels in the correct order, as does “Arsenious”(meaning Containing arsenic). 20.No word in the English language rhymes with month, orange, silver, and purple. 21.“I am”.Is the shortest complete sentence in English language. 22.A dot over the letter “i” is called a TITTLE. 23.1 out of every 8 letter written is an e. 24.The past tense for the english word 'dare' is 'durst'. 25.The first english dictionary was written in 1755.

Give me one good reason why one should visit your country?

Give me one good reason why one should visit your country?

when in Rome, do as the Romans do...!!!

Adapting to a new culture is not easy. When you move abroad, especially when the culture is very different from your own, you will be frustrated. The best thing about living abroad and adapting to a new culture is what you make of it! It can be the best experience of your lifetime, or it can be unbearable and all you want to do  is go home. Living abroad and experiencing a different culture is an adventure and a challenge, and most likely the most exiting time of your life. You have to become independent and adjust to this new culture and all this without the support and help of your friends and family. This is quite a big change.

Facts about English English is the most widespread language in the world and is more widely spoken and written than any other language. Over 400 million people use the English vocabulary as a mother tongue, only surpassed in numbers, but not in distribition by speakers of the many varieties of Chinese. Over 700 million people, speak English, as a foreign language. Of all the world's languages (over 2,700) English is arguably the richest in vocabulary; and that the Oxford English Dictionary lists about 500,000 words, and a further half-million technical and scientific terms remain uncatalogued. Three-quarters of the world's mail, telexes and cables are in English. The main language used throughout the world on the internet is English. More than half of the world's technical and scientific periodicals are in English. English is the medium for 80% of the information stored in the world's computers. English is the language of navigation, aviation and of Christianity; it is the ecumenical language of the World Council of Churches. 5 of the largest broadcasting companies in the world (CBS, NBC, ABC, BBC and CBC) transmit in English, reaching millions and millions of people all over the world.

Introducing Myself Hye all,m james from bhutan.English is my second language but also I can read,write n speak well.I have been learning english since my childhood but i still think i have much more to learn.Still there are lots of words in english world which seems unfamiliar or even new to me.So,i m here to make my english much better through chats and even getting through your notebook entries and help you wherever possible.Hope italki would be of great help to me.I want to end my note book entry with this notable quote.... “Learn everything you can, anytime you can, from anyone you can - there will always come a time when you will be grateful you did.”

Common esl spelling mistakes and confusing words in English language Accept : (verb) - to receive willingly, to approve, to aggree. Except : (preposition or verb) - exclusion or leave out. Ad : An advertisement. Add : to combine, join, unite or to find a sum. Advice : (noun) - suggestion or recommendation. Advise : (verb) - to suggest. Affect : (verb) - to change. Effect : (noun) - result. Buy : (verb) - to purchase. By : next to something, by way of something. Bye : Used to express farewell. Short for [goodbye]. Choose : (verb) to make a choice or selection. Chose : past tense of the verb [to choose]. Choice : (noun) choosing; selection. Cite : to mention something or to quote somebody as an example or proof. Site : the location of an event or object. A website. Sight : ability to see, a thing that can be seen. Decent : kind, tolerant, respectable, modest. Descent : family origins or ancestry. Also the process of coming or going down. Dissent : (verb or noun) disagreement with a prevailing or official view. Desert : (verb) to leave or abandon. (noun) waterless land with no vegetation and covered with sand. Dessert : sweet food served after the meal. Here : in, at, or to this place. Hear : to perceive (sound) by the ear. Knew : past simple of the verb [to know]. New : recently created. Know : (verb) to be familiar with someone or something. Now : at the present time or moment. No : negative reply, refusal or disagreement. Many : consisting of a large number, numerous. Money : currency or coins. Off : away, at a distance in space or time. Of : belonging to or connected with someone or something. Peace : freedom from war and violence. Piece : a part of something. Then : refers to time or consequence. Than : used to compare or contrast things. There : place or position. Their : possessive word that shows ownership of something. To : preposition (I went to school) or part of an infinitive (to go, to wwork). Too : also (I like you too) or in excess (That is too much). Wander : to walk aimlessly or without any destination. Wonder : (noun) feeling of surprise and admiration. (verb) desire to know. Weather : the atmospheric conditions in area, with regard to sun, cloud, temperature, wind and rain. Whether : introduces indirect question involving alternative possibilities. Where : to, at or in what place. Were : past tense of the verb [to be] Wear : to have clothing, glasses, etc.

A Few Helpful Definitions What are Homophones? - Words which have the same pronunciation but different meanings and (sometimes) spellings. What are Homonyms? - Words which have the same pronunciation and spelling but different meanings. What are Homographs? - Words which have the same spellings but different meaning and (sometimes) pronunciation.