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Articles, guides, and insights from the Simply Real English team.
June 6, 2026
Mastering the Past Tense: A Day in the City
Learn how to use common past tense verbs naturally by following a simple story about a day out with a friend.
May 28, 2026
Either, Neither, and Both: The 'Magic Number 2' Rule
Confused by either, neither, and both? Master these three words forever with the golden rule and our simple tricks.
May 23, 2026
Reporting Verbs: Stop Saying 'He Said' (And Sound More Precise)
Learn how to use reporting verbs like 'claim', 'suggest', and 'admit' to add nuance and professionalism to your English.
May 20, 2026
Phrasal Verbs for Real Life: 12 Words for Your Daily Routine
Stop memorizing long lists. Master the 12 phrasal verbs that native speakers actually use from morning to night.
May 9, 2026
Mastering the Verb 'GET': The Ultimate Native Shortcut
Learn how to use 'GET' like a native speaker to sound more natural, relaxed, and fluent in any conversation.
May 9, 2026
The 'Smart Guess' Guide: Mastering Modals of Deduction
Learn how to sound analytical and certain with modal verbs like must, might, and can't.
May 9, 2026
Past Habits: Used To vs. Would — The Storyteller’s Logic
Learn how to paint a vivid, nostalgic picture of your history using specialized past structures for memories and rituals.
May 9, 2026
Present Perfect vs. Past Simple: The Experience Strategy
Master the nuanced difference between the tense of life experiences and the tense of historical facts.
May 9, 2026
Real-Life Conditionals: The Logic of Probability
Forget the 'Types'. Learn how native speakers use 'If' sentences to plan for success, share dreams, and express regrets.
May 2, 2026
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