Wednesday, April 4, 2012

Alphabets in English (for Kids)


Alphabets in English (for Kids)
A for Apple
B for Ball
C for Cat
D for Doll
E for Elephant
F for Fish
G for Girl
H for Horse
I for Inkpot
J for Japan
K for Kite
L for Lamp

M for Money
N for Nice
O for Octopus
P for Pig
Q for Queen
R for Rat
S for Sweet
T for Time
U for Umbrella
V for Vacation
W for Work
X for X-ray
Y for Yak
Z for Zimbabwe

Thursday, March 22, 2012

Learn Tenses from Mr.James

Here is an extremely good English teacher Mr James who is so good into explaining the various concepts related to English grammar. This video has lots of good comments under it so I thought it would be the best one to understand more about English grammar.

English as a World language

English as a World language
There are various languages in the world and of course all the languages have their own importance. But this “English” language plays a very important role, and what is easy to ring as the world's languages.

You can easily find a person speaks Hindi and German in the country, say some third language, but for someone who speaks English, is not that tuff. English language is an essential tool for getting education in almost all countries.

While learning a new language, it is important to bear in the vocabulary of this language is always with you because it helps in learning the language is a faster way, and remembers words easier to review the words and make sense of the dictionary occasionally.

Not only above, but with much more advantage of implementing English dictionary is always with you, it's a complete collection of words, which is the AZ, you can check every single word they are important, or synonyms and Antonyms.

The correct pronunciation of every word is important, but learning a new language, the word is pronounced incorrectly can completely change the meaning. This is where the English dictionary is the best way to find help is always there within the pronunciation of each word. Any good dictionary is an additional line, every word, which explains how to pronounce the word.

Thursday, March 15, 2012

How will you answer- Tell me something about yourself?

Hello friends,
You all must be knowing that this question is one of the most common questions asked in an interview. So why not prepare in advance for it? This video has a lot to do with how you will answer this basic yet important question. So watch this video and think what is going to be your answer to this question!

Tuesday, March 13, 2012

Children Story- A Lion and a Mouse

Children Story- The Lion and the Hare

Online Certification

At home, in organizations and in society, all relationship problems are detected. Mother is the best man, a child's confidence, but there are times when a problem in relations between the mother's own child. We can imagine the situation when strangers are involved in the situation, even if a strong bond of mother and child is full of problems. Therefore, to overcome relationship problems, the people need some training in interpersonal skills, refine interpersonal skills. These courses help you see things in proper perspective, and will examine these issues. questions if there is conflict, we will know what the other wants, what we want, and how the two can be reconciled, or the way you want, can not be performed.

When seen in the narrow sense, many people believe that training in interpersonal skills is an organizational issue. The train is a practical way of obtaining education. It is not necessary that we should sit in the consultations, seminars and lectures to improve their interpersonal skills. These days, there are many ways to get an education in online courses and certificates. A college education, do not rely in the future. The reason a person goes to work hard for the online courses and certificates that a work that will be able to maintain a lifestyle that person and a better future. Unfortunately, to a degree, so that not everyone can afford. Many online certificate courses available and therefore is not a cause. It serves the same purpose. This makes it possible for students and demonstrate the necessary skills to work. You should also know more than others. Remember, this also depends on your work and effort, but it's not just the education will shape the future.

Ask what you really want to do with your life and look deep into yourself. Check your skills and interests, and cooperation related to how you see yourself in the future. If you found a job you will be able to consider that the next 4 years. This is because the online courses certificates. Much of this is that online. Therefore, from the comfort of your own home, study and education. You will be able to judge the right course for you. Therefore, check the various online courses, certificates. You can start getting in the way that the life you deserve.

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Going for a Master Degree Online

If you want to upskill your credentials are not delayed more, earn your degree online today. Cost-effectiveness and convenience of online courses makes them a great tool to promote your career. Online courses save time. This is quite surprising to know that a lot of regular college students choose to complete a master's or doctorate in a virtual classroom. If you would like to commission an independent study, online training can be great for you some online courses, courses are regularly updated and staff are available. Today's technology makes our lives much easier. Online courses are a great example.
Online Certificate Programs - What can you win?

Many employers treat online at face value graduates with a regular college / university degree. A variety of online degrees, you can get the specialized knowledge in a particular area, and their employability. The main benefits you get online college courses and professional orientation. Both help you reach the top. Many recognized universities offer online degrees, affordable rates. Very good for adults who want to upgrade the knowledge and skills. After an online degree from an accredited university, there is no turning back.

Tuesday, February 21, 2012

Popular Novels by Charles Dickens

Charles Dickens was born on 8 February 1812 . He was one of the great English novelist of the Victorian period.

List of Popular Novels by Charles Dickens

1- Oliver Twist
2- David Copperfield
3- Great Expectations
4- Hard Times
5- A Tale of Two Cities
6- Master Humphrey's Clock
7- The Cricket on the Hearth.
8- The Pickwick Papers
9- Little Dorrit
10- Bleak House
11- Dombey and Son
12- No Thoroughfare
13- The Uncommercial Traveller
14- The Haunted Man and the Ghost's Bargain.

Vowels

Vowels are :-

A
E
I
O
U

Words that begin with these five alphabets are preceded by "an".

Examples of Vowels:-

An Inkpot
An Umbrella
An Elephant
An Owl
An Octopus
An Oxen

Friday, February 17, 2012

Literacy Rates in India

Top 5 States in terms of its Literacy rate
Name Literacy rate
Kerala 93.91
Lakshadweep 92.28
Mizoram 91.58h
Tripura 87.75
Goa 87.40

States whose literacy rate needs to be improved
Name Literacy rate
Bihar 63.82
Arunachal Pradesh 66.95
Jharkhand 67.63
Andhra Pradesh 67.66


Source:- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Demographics_of_India

Thursday, February 16, 2012

Comparative & Superlative Adjectives

Imagine you have a maiden tour abroad.
The first Place you saw was Malaysia, a treasure of beaches, ocean, and natural beauties. The words you utter were Wow! Awesome !Beautiful !...You were filled with ecstasy. ….
Now your second destination is Mauritius. You find this place is more beautiful that Malaysia. The island-beach resorts, beaches, lagoon, Black River Gorges, Macabre forest had fascinated you….
You are overwhelmed with the places you saw!
Now your friend had asked you how you liked the places. How will you explain it? How will you compare the two?
Think….
Here the Comparative & Superlative Adjectives comes into picture.
There are three degrees
1 Base Degree
2 Comparative Degree
3 Superlative Degree
Base degree is the simple form to tell about a thing.
Comparative Degree is used to compare only two things
Superlative degree is used to compare more than two things or a set of things.

Tuesday, February 14, 2012

TEFL - Teaching English As A Foreign Language

The Practice of teaching English to students whose first language is not English is termed as "TEFL" . The demand for qualified TEFL teachers have risen in the coming years.Countries and regions where this rise has been witnessed includes- Europe,China,India,South Korea,Taiwan,Africa,America,Middle East,Laos etc.

Teaching Techniques involved in TEFL includes:-

Reading
Writing
CLT (Communicative Language Teaching)
Blended Writing

If you are a TEFL teacher then register at TEFL.com
Get a new job by registering at TEFL.com

If you are looking for a TEFL job in India then visit:- http://www.teflindia.in/ (Teaching English in India)

Careers in English

The English language is essential for career advancement, or getting a job nowadays. Knowledge of English is required for all areas at present, even in non-English speaking countries. Most employment sectors in many countries such as India, Philippines and Singapore are dependent on English. In other non-English speaking countries in the world where English is the language, the prevalence of English is increasing day by day. English language is not just for the elite now, it is mandatory for those who want a successful career. In addition, there is constant demand for English as the language of communication, and therefore it is still easy to become a teacher of English as a foreign language.

Get qualified

Teaching English in non-English speaking requires some form of qualification, even if the requirements are much less demanding than a teacher of English in English speaking countries. It is important to have a TEFL qualification to be very useful in teaching English overseas. Moreover, it may also be a good idea that you should make sure you have a good knowledge of basic grammar and sentence structure, and you are able to verbalize these concepts with their students. On a personal level, becoming an English teacher requires patience and dedication, a little knowledge of indigenous languages, you are trading on a daily basis.There employment opportunities are available for many students who have completed their Masters in English literature. Literature graduate students can get jobs in India and abroad in a variety of opportunities are plentiful fields.Career person with a degree in English, because the skills acquired in this field can easily be applied to the career field. Among those who have the ability to think clearly and critically analyze and interpret data and displays the results are highly sought after by employers.


Find a job

Teaching English will always be in demand, and it may not even be any need to move home to find a career. Due to immigration, especially in university towns or in places where it is expected to work at the international level, you may find that there is a demand for language skills in English in your hometown. Otherwise, many European countries are growing markets in the English lessons of European Union enlargement, which allows for greater integration of different nationalities in the English-speaking cultures. Looking to set itself as an English teacher, is generally two options. The first is to consider establishing a business on your own or with a partner for one on one instruction as needed. Obviously, this requires a range of management and budgeting, the other on top of their actual qualifications, it is important to remember that when they see it as an appropriate solution. Otherwise, there are many high-profile international language schools constantly on the alert for those who wish to pursue a career in teaching English. It may be prudent idea, especially in financial terms, to find their first job before jumping into the business world. It also helps create a level of expertise and also allows to specify the technology will ultimately prove the best chance of your individual company.

Become an English teacher may seem glamorous career prospects with a lot of publicity and success. Due process through proper channels and learn your craft, you may find yourself teaching English full-time

Careers

Lyricist
Editor
Freelance Writer
To work with BPO and KPO company
Novelist
Advertising Account Executive
Advertising Sales Representative
Deputy Agent.
Advertiser
Application Developer
Archivist
Regional Coordinator
Attorney
Broker
Store Manager / Regional Director
The pupil / teacher
Education (all levels)
Telecommunication systems consultant

Friday, February 10, 2012

Active Voice

The active voice represents the subject of the verb as the agent. It emphasizes the performer if the action. In these types of sentences, the subject performs the verb’s action.
Examples
1- Crocodile lives in the forest.
(In this sentence, the Crocodile (subject) is doing the (living) action.
2- Joseph threw the ball.
(In this sentence, Joseph (subject) is doing (threw) the action.
Other examples
3- Karan is watching a movie.
4- Rahul is eating a burger.
5- Miranda is studying.
6- Cat is playing etc.
These are all examples of active voice where the subject is performing the action. These types of sentences are known as “active voice”. These sentences are clear, direct and concise.

Third Most Widely Spoken Language in the world

Today, English has become an important part of our life. English is the third most widely spoken language of this world. It is the most widely used language out of the 4,000 to 5,000 live languages spoken in the world.

It is the international language of business, science, and technology, defense (armed forces), engineering, tourism and other departments. English gives you the power to communicate with other people of this world while you are on a world tour. With the help of this widely used language, you can travel to different countries and can communicate with them easily. The need for a translator can be avoided. A fluent English speaker can get a good job very easily as the employer are ready to accept those who have a good knowledge of this global language.

If you want to make your life a lot easier then knowing good English is what you need. A prerequisite for getting a job these days is the knowledge of good English communication skills. In regions like Asia, Europe or Africa – knowing English has become a top priority. People have understood that this language is so powerful that it has got the power to change one’s life completely. Each one of us wants to be successful in life and learning English is the first step to the road to success.

Countries Where English is Spoken

Countries where English is spoken
English is a widespread language and is spoken in many countries of this world. The list is big but I will try to mention as many countries as possible. Countries where people speak English are Australia, United States, United Kingdom, Canada, India, Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Belau, Belize, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Dominica, Federation of Micronesia, Grenada, Guam, Guyana, Jamaica, Johnston, Montserrat, Northern Marianas, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent & Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands, and the United States Virgin Islands, Botswana, Fiji, Ghana, Kenya, India, Hong Kong, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Malaysia, Malta, Mauritius, Nigeria, Pakistan, Philippines, Rwanda, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Samoa, Singapore, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Swaziland, Tanzania, Tonga, Uganda, Zimbabwe, Zambia etc.

List of Colleges Offering MA in English in Tamil Nadu

College Name

A.R.C. Viswanathan College

APA College of Arts and Culture

Rani Anna Government College for Women

Aditanar College of Arts and Science

Anbu Arts And Science College

A.V.V.M. Sri Pushpam College (Autonomous)



Minimum Eligibility- Graduation

Exercise on Verbs

Verbs are doing words. Solve the exercises on Verbs given below:-

PICK OUT THE VERBS

1- The boy is dancing.
2- The child is crying.
3- Sushil is writing.
4- Gautam is playing.
5- John is swimming.
6- Ram is studying.
7- Fish is breathing.
8- Shopkeeper is selling vegetables.
9- Tiger is eating.
10- Students are praying.
11- Rose is catching fish.
12- Girls are talking.

ANSWERS

1- dancing
2- crying
3- writing
4- playing
5- swimming
6- studying
7- breathing
8- selling
9- eating
10- praying
11- catching
12- talking

Vowels in English

Vowels

There are 5 Vowels in English language and these are given below:-

A
E
I
O
U

These alphabets are called vowels because when we speak these alphabets the air coming from the lungs is not blocked by our mouth.

Please Note- We put "an" before a vowel.

Examples

An inkpot
An umbrella
An Elephant
An Owl
An Ass
An Octopus

Notice these words..All these are starting with a vowel and therefore we add "an" in front of them.

Thursday, February 9, 2012

Top 10 Facts About English Language

Some Amazing facts about English language

1- No word in the English language rhymes with month.

2- “Rhythm” is the longest English word without a vowel.

3- There are more than 125 English dialects worldwide.

4- E is the most frequently used letter in the English.

5- The word “alphabet” is derived from the first two letters in the Greek alphabet: “alpha” and “beta”.

6- The only English word with all the vowels in reverse order is ‘subcontinental.’

7- The verb "cleave" is the only English word with two synonyms which are antonyms of each other: adhere and separate.

8- The numbers ‘forty’ and ‘first’ are the only numbers which have its letters in alphabetical order.

9- English is the most widespread language in the world and is more widely spoken and written than any other language.

10- More than half of the world's technical and scientific periodicals are in English.

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Pick Common Nouns

Hello friends,
Here is another exercise for you. Pick up the common nouns from the sentences given below:-

1- Students are studying in the class.
2- Girls are playing Badminton.
3- Boys are sitting in the garden.
4- Education is a major problem in Indian villages.
5- Mango is the king of fruits.
6- Stars do not have light of their own.
7- Mike is a good boy.
8- Mohan went to the Zoo to see wild animals.
9- Mobile phones are getting cheaper and cheaper.
10- All the Cars are parked in the garden.

Solve this exercise and share your answers in comment below.

Exercise on Nouns(Basic)

Pick up the Nouns from the sentences given below:-

1- Shreya is playing Basketball.
2- John is talking on the Phone.
3- Larry is eating an Apple.
4- Aditi is a brilliant student.
5- Gaurav is playing Chess.
6- New Delhi is the capital of India.
7- Venice is the city of Love.
8- Tiger is a wild animal.
9- Dove is a bird which symbolizes peace.
10- Mike is driving a Car

You may share your answers below as comments. Remember "Practice makes a man perfect".

Learn Nouns

A Noun is a name of a person,place,animal or thing. Nouns can be of various types like:-

1- Common Nouns
2- Proper Nouns
3- Collective Nouns
4- Possessive Nouns

Examples

Mary
Rose
New York
Mumbai
Delhi
Moon
Sky
Train
Mobile
Lamp
Whale
Tiger
Stars
Owl
Purse
Table
Chair
Glass
Pot
Lakshmi
Sagar
Mike
John
Sunflower
Daffodil
Water
India
USA
UK
China
Africa
Rose
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Example sentences (Nouns are in italics)

1- Ram is playing cricket.
2- The cow is eating grass.
3- Joseph is standing.
4- Mary is dancing.
5- Karl is reading a book.
6- Tiger is hungry.
7- Moon is in the sky.
8- Knife is in the kitchen.
9- Sunflower is yellow in color.
10- Rose is the best flower for valentines day.

Support these Educational foundations and NGO's

Educational Foundations and NGO’s (Supporting Education in India)

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English words and their Hindi Meanings

How are you? Aap kaise ho?

I am fine Mai accha hoon

Where do u live? Aap kaha rehte hai?

I live in India Mai India mei rehta hoon

What's your name Aapka naam kya hai?

My name is Aakash Mera naam Aakash hai

What are your hobbies? Apke shauk kya hai?

What is your Father's name? Aapke pitaji ka naam kya hai?

What is your Mother's name? Aapki Mataji ka naam kya hai?

What's your favorite food? Aapki pasand ka khana kya hai?

I love you mai aapse pyar karta hoon

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Tuesday, February 7, 2012

The most classic novels

English Novels have always been a source of inspiration for lovers. The first novels were closely related to be Gothic or Romantic, although some controversies do exist. Horror and Romance were in fact the two most popular elements of English novels. The most classic novels of all times are given below:-

The Castle of Otranto by Horace Walpole

Great Expectations by Charles Dickens

Frankenstein by Mark Shelley

Clarissa: Or the History of a Young Lady by Samuel Richardson

Little Women by Louisa May Alcott

Emma by Jane Austen

Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen

The Vampyre by John William Polidori

North and South by Elizabeth Gaskell

Lorna Doone by R. D. Blackmore

Sons and Lovers by D. H. Lawrence

The Forsyte Saga by John Galsworthy

Lord of the Flies by William Golding

Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett

Lord Jim by Joseph Conrad

The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde

The Phantom of the Opera by Gaston Leroux’s

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Monday, February 6, 2012

Dominant Language

English has become a dominant language in the society so I would suggest all of you to start learning English early. English is slowly and gradually becoming the global language of communications. Good communication skills in English for getting a decent job. Many multinational companies are growing these days and most of them demand impressive English communication skills. Hence, to qualify for these big opportunities we need to buck up ourselves and start learning English.

There is no need to tell but still I would let you know that English is the prime language used in all areas of life such as education,environment,defense,business,aviation,entertainment,technology,communication and science. It is a west Germanic language but due to the combined influence of the USA and UK, it has grown and spread widely among other countries of this world.

What made English so popular?

An interesting point of debate would be "What made English so popular? " The answer is simple- English is easy to learn and use. English is composed of 26 alphabets and 8 parts of speech. As such, one finds it extremely easy to learn this global language.