Master Subject-Verb Agreement in 5 Minutes! 🕒

Good Morning! Today, we’ll cover subject-verb agreement, which is key for making your sentences sound natural. You’ll also learn how to describe people with new vocabulary, work on your pronunciation, and learn a helpful phrase.

Let’s jump in!

GRAMMAR
Subject-Verb Agreement

Subject-verb agreement means that the verb must match the subject in number (singular or plural). This is one of the most important aspects of sounding natural when you speak English.

Structure:

[Singular subject] + [verb (singular)]

• Example: "She runs every morning."

[Plural subject] + [verb (plural)]

• Example: "They run every morning."

When to use it:

• To ensure that the subject and verb agree: "He is ready," but "They are ready."

📝 Practice: Write one sentence with a singular subject and one with a plural subject!

VOCABULARY BUILDER
Describing People

When you’re describing people, there are many adjectives you can use to paint a clearer picture. Here are 5 adjectives that native speakers use frequently:

1. Outgoing – Someone who enjoys meeting and talking to people.

   • "She’s very outgoing and makes friends easily."

2. Intelligent – Someone who is smart and good at learning.

   • "He’s incredibly intelligent and always knows the answer."

3. Optimistic – Someone who has a positive outlook on life.

   • "She’s optimistic, always expecting the best outcome."

4. Ambitious – Someone who is determined to succeed.

   • "He’s ambitious and always working towards his goals."

5. Reliable – Someone you can depend on.

   • "You can count on him; he’s very reliable."

📝 Try This: Use one of these adjectives to describe a friend or family member in conversation today!

PRONUNCIATION
The /th/ Sound

The /th/ sound in English can be tricky because it doesn’t exist in many languages. There are two types of /th/ sounds:

1. Voiced (as in "this"): Your vocal cords vibrate when you say it.

2. Voiceless (as in "think"): No vibration in the vocal cords.

👂 Listen & Repeat: Practice these words aloud:

• "This" /ð/

• "Think" /θ/

Try placing your tongue between your teeth and gently blowing air through it for the voiceless sound.

CONVERSATIONAL PHRASES
"What’s the best way to…?"

This phrase is a useful way to ask for advice or directions. Native speakers use it to ask for suggestions or the most efficient way to do something.

Example:

• "What’s the best way to get to the train station?"

• "What’s the best way to learn new vocabulary?"

🗣️ Today’s Challenge: Ask someone a question using "What’s the best way to…?"

QUIZ
Test Your Subject-Verb Agreement!

1. Which sentence is correct?

   • A) They is going to the store.

   • B) He are playing soccer.

   • C) She eats breakfast every morning.

2. Fill in the blank: "The team _____ (be) ready for the game."

   • A) are

   • B) is

   • C) am

✅ Answers: 1. c, 2. b

That’s it for today! 🎉

I hope you enjoyed today’s quick lesson. Make sure to practice what you’ve learned, and I’ll be back tomorrow with more tips to help you on your English journey!

Keep practicing,

AJ Adam

P.S. Reply with your sentence, and we’ll send feedback! Be ambitious!