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Global Reach

English is spoken by over 2 billion people worldwide, both as a native and a learned language. It serves as a common means of communication across countries.

English is spoken by over 2 billion people worldwide, both as a native and a learned language. It functions as a common means of communication across countries.

Which of these is true about English as a global language?

It has an official status in every country in the world

It is spoken by over 2 billion people worldwide

It is only spoken by native speakers

It acts as a lingua franca in international contexts

Varieties

There are many varieties of English, including British, American, Australian, Indian, and Nigerian English. Each has its own accent, vocabulary, and grammar.

There are many varieties of English, including British, American, Australian, Indian and Nigerian English. Each has its own accent, vocabulary and grammar.

Vocabulary

English constantly borrows new words from other languages and from specialized fields such as technology and social media. This keeps the vocabulary rich and flexible.

English constantly borrows new words from other languages and from specialized fields like technology and social media. This keeps the vocabulary rich and flexible.

Which sources contribute most to new English vocabulary today?

Pronunciation changes

Other languages through borrowing

Grammar rules

Technology and social media

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Grammar

The core grammar of English is relatively simple, with no gender for nouns and a basic word order. However, nuances come from tense, aspect, modality, and word choice.

The core grammar of English is relatively simple, with no gender for nouns and a basic word order. However, nuances come from tense, aspect, modality and word choice.

Present Perfect

The present perfect connects past actions to the present moment and is formed with have/has + past participle. It is used for experiences, changes, and recent events.

Fill in the BlankShe(see) that movie already.

Complete the sentence with the correct present perfect form of 'see' (present perfect)

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Conditional

Conditionals express possible, probable, or imagined situations and their outcomes. They use if clauses combined with modals like will, would, can, and could.

Conditionals express possible, probable or imagined situations and their outcomes. They use if clauses combined with modals like will, would, can and could.

Idioms

Idiomatic expressions are common in everyday English and often cannot be understood literally. Learning them helps sound natural and grasp cultural nuances.

Media

English-language media—films, TV shows, music, podcasts, and news—provide rich input for learning how English is used in context and keep learners engaged.

English-language media—films, TV shows, music, podcasts and news—provide rich input for learning how English is used in context and keep learners engaged.

Why is English-language media useful for learners?

It guarantees correct pronunciation after just one exposure

It helps with listening and cultural understanding

It teaches grammar rules directly

It provides real examples of language in use

Summary

English today is a global, adaptable language with many varieties and influences. Focus on core grammar, useful vocabulary, and real-world usage to communicate effectively.

English today is a global, adaptable language with many varieties and influences. Focus on core grammar, useful vocabulary and real-world usage to communicate effectively.

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