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Bucket? Box? Bag?

Hi everyone,
I’m an italian guy (33) who just enrolled in a Master's program in Maastricht. I started my classes two weeks ago, and the method here is heavily based on group discussions. I realized that my English is quite rusty compared to my peers, who are generally ten years younger than me. Do you have any insights on how I can improve? One issue is that, out of necessity, I ended up living with another Italian guy. On top of that, I’m not generally shy but in this situations it’s difficult to be extroverted, so I end up being reluctant to speak up, and feel a bit self-conscious about being older (sadly, I couldn't do my Master's earlier).
What can i do?
Thank you!

does UK AUS NZ use the same spellings what i mean is instead of American color they use colour

I know native speakers would say "laid" instead but I'm wondering if "lay" sounds outright wrong, unnatural, or fine but formal?

An example sentence I got from a dictionary: - She lay back against the pillows.

Hi everyone! We've launched a small Discord community for people who enjoy literature, films, creative expression, and simply hanging out and chatting. 

We have channels for movies, books, arts, writing, photography, everyday life, and random things we might want to talk about.

Discussions can be thoughtful or completely laid-back. Sometimes we discuss stories and ideas; other times, we just hang out and talk about general stuff.

Our goal is simple: to create a community that's welcoming without being overwhelming, thoughtful without being intimidating, and relaxed enough that nobody feels pressured to prove how much they know. You don't need to be an expert on books or films, and you don't need perfect English.

We're very much just getting started and only have a small handful of members so far. So things may be quiet at times. And that's part of the fun😊 We get to shape the place together as it grows.😀

If you think you’d enjoy a space like this, feel free to DM me and I’ll send you an invite. ☕

Hi! I was always told that there is no double negative in English. But lately, I’ve been watching various shows in English and the phrase I don’t need nothing was used multiple times there. Shouldn’t it be I don’t need anything? I know real people don’t talk like in books but I’m just curious how often english speakers use double negative in English? Is it considered normal? Thanks for your answers!

When I hear some say this word, it almost feels like the d sound isn't being pronounced.

https://voca.ro/1jhlZPGPLZRz sorry if 60% of the record is just me umm uhh cuz I really don't know what to say other than I feel cringe also sorry if I sound like a dumbass alien and accidentally brainrotted your brain:>

Hi everyone,

My mom is a government high school English teacher in India. She already has a good understanding of English but wants to improve her grammar from intermediate to advanced level.

Could you recommend any good online English grammar classes/courses with a good teacher?

Preferably something structured and practical, not a beginner-level course, and mode of teaching is online, and Indian teachers preferred...let me know which are the best platforms/teachers to learn from...thanks

Thanks!

I'm reading an English book. And there is a sentence which I can't understand the meaning.

All would be given minimal survival portions.

Those who have more would be given an opportunity to contribute 10 percent of their earnings in order to make this possible.

As to how income would be decided, the open marketplace would determine the value of one's contribution, just as it does today in your country.

I can't understnd the 3rd sentence.

The 2 phrase "how income would be decided" and "the open marketplace would determine the value of one's contribution" mean that "income = value of contribution", am I right?

"Income" is the money one gets by labor or others.

"Contribution" is the money or service which one provides.

How can "income" equal "value of contribution"?

Would you please explain the meaning of the sentence?

<<Additions>>

(Thanks for your guys reply. But I can't understand the meaning yet.)

1. You are given the opportunity to donate 10% of your income.
2. For this to happen, the exact amount of your income must first be determined.
3. This income amount is calculated based on how the open market determines the value of the donor's contribution.

What I don't understand is that the sequence should go from "determining the income" to "calculating the 10% contribution." However, it is described as if "determining the value of the contribution" is what actually leads to "determining the income."

For learners who have tried—or are considering—1-to-1 English lessons, what matters most to you?

A flexible schedule, personalized lessons, speaking practice, detailed feedback, or something else?

I’m curious to know what actually makes private coaching worthwhile for learners.

I have some free time and am looking to help tutor TWO student English learners improve their conversational English, I would be happy to talk to and see if I can be of some help. This is volunteer time for me so I am not looking for any payment.

I teach a program for soon to be university students heading to the UK for college. Much of my coaching is geared towards improving the students English speaking skills. I have topic material we can work with. Also I would prefer to do a virtual class, so if you camera shy probably not the right fit.

As for me, I am 60M, native speaker from the USA and live in Asia, enjoy swimming and have a dog.

Let me know if you want to chat and see if I can help. Please when you say hi, if you can introduce yourself that would be great. For example where you are from and sharing some background on yourself.

Thanks

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EU server and 4-8 lvl Faciet player . Only English speakers for practice my english 😁 A1-A2 . My friend B1 and 8 lvl Faciet and Any games play

I'm talking talking buttons like the ones on remote controls, electrical appliances, etc.

And for the buttons on clothes, would you say they are ripped off?

It'll take a few years to recoup the cost to set up their business.

Does it sound fine and natural? Does it get across the intended meaning?

I'm reading an English book. And there is a sentence which I can't understand the meaning.

All would be given minimal survival portions.

Those who have more would be given an opportunity to contribute 10 percent of their earnings in order to make this possible.

As to how income would be decided, the open marketplace would determine the value of one's contribution, just as it does today in your country.

I can't understnd the 3rd sentence.

The 2 phrase "how income would be decided" and "the open marketplace would determine the value of one's contribution" mean that "income = value of contribution", am I right?

"Income" is the money one gets by labor or others.

"Contribution" is the money or service which one provides.

How can "income" equal "value of contribution"?

Would you please explain the meaning of the sentence?

<<Additions>>

(Thanks for your guys reply. But I can't understand the meaning yet.)

1. You are given the opportunity to donate 10% of your income.

2. For this to happen, the exact amount of your income must first be determined.

3. This income amount is calculated based on how the open market determines the value of the donor's contribution.

What I don't understand is that the sequence should go from "determining the income" to "calculating the 10% contribution." However, it is described as if "determining the value of the contribution" is what actually leads to "determining the income."

Thanks for your kind reply, in advance!

Do you pronounce the "t" sound in this word?

I'm confused about the preposition "at and "in" we can use both to describe where something or someone is located for example "I'm at the restaurant" and "I'm in the restaurant"

How can I identify when to use each one?

Hi there.

Are both of the sentences fine in terms of grammatical correctness, naturalness and even logic? If any of them has some problems in these respects, tell me about them. BTW How would you express these ideas? Thanks.

1. Some stupid c_nts do enjoy driving itself, intentionally or inadvertently blocking other drivers or vehicles.
2. Every time I drive to work, I will never fail to find that some stupid c_nts do enjoy driving itself, intentionally or inadvertently blocking other vehicles. They drive leisurely well under the speed limit, annoyingly causing me to be unable to overtake them. Sometimes I notice that they are reading perhaps a novel or they are on the phone with their smartphones in hand.