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What does rah mean??
context: basically i said “thank god for that” then “never mind”(in a text message), since the guy im talking to is an atheist. later on another guy (not the atheist) said “rah”. im assuming this is something people say nowadays? if you know what that means please do tell me, and thank you.
Does “Good morning, esteemed/respected professors” sound like a natural/appropriate opening for a self-introduction in an interview for a postgraduate program?
Or should I just say:”Good morning, my name is xyz…” and omit the “esteemed/respected professors” part? Thanks in advance!
"Sorry" or "I'm sorry" to ask people to repeat themselves? Are both acceptable?
https://www.reddit.com/r/EnglishLearning/comments/1jh386h/sorry_or_im_sorry_to_ask_people_to_repeat/
The word "assesses" is an abomination. Example: An assesor is a person who assesses.
Edit: I'm natively fluent and don't need help. Just thought i'd showcase the word because it's just a bunch of S's and E's except for the A
What does Trump mean here when talking about Barron?
In a very recent interview, Trump commented on his son's technological talent: “I turn off his laptop, I said, 'Oh good,' and I go back five minutes later, he's got his laptop. I said, 'How'd you do that?' " he recalled. "'None of your business, Dad.' " Like, what is the logical link between "turn off his laptop" and "oh good"? And what does "got his laptop" even mean?
Why is there not many "had" in this? Isn't he referring to something that happened in the past?
https://i.redd.it/7gqezd7hepne1.jpeg
I'm liking/loving it
When I studied English grammar as a non-native speaker, I learned that "to like" and "to love" are stative verbs and can't take the -ing form, but I'm finding more and more occurrences of the -ing form in the wild. What gives? Is it finally time to update our grammar texts?
How do I say when there is no rain.
I was wondering if it id better to say, It isn't raining or It's not raining.
Is there any difference between semi-, demi-, and hemi-?
https://www.reddit.com/r/EnglishLearning/comments/1hqbj0o/is_there_any_difference_between_semi_demi_and_hemi/
What does slang 'FINESSE' exactly mean??
Give me some example plz,that would be great.I have been learning american slang recently.