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by mackyaj
Fri Sep 16, 2016 1:41 am
Forum: Computer Assisted Language Learning
Topic: Use of Translation Apps
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Use of Translation Apps

Here in China smartphones are ubiquitous and it is difficult to dispute their power in aiding communication or their use as a learning tool. Furthermore, translation is a quick and convenient method of assertaining meaning without losing focus on the source. However, I am concerned about whether the...
by mackyaj
Mon Nov 08, 2010 3:45 pm
Forum: Applied Linguistics
Topic: 3 English grammar questions you often get asked...?
Replies: 2
Views: 2671

questions

Spanish speakers often ask:

(1) about the meaning of the 'dummy auxiliary' verb do in questions

(2) why we use the ordinal numbers in dates

(3) why "I born..." is wrong!

Good luck
by mackyaj
Mon Nov 08, 2010 10:03 am
Forum: Applied Linguistics
Topic: An investigation into /of
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Views: 1670

An investigation into /of

An investigation OF the facts. An investigation INTO the facts.

OF seems to suggest that the investigation will simply be looking at past events and drawing some conclusions.

INTO sounds like there will be some new discoveries expected.

Anyone know a rule??