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SPEAK ENGLISH WITH CONFIDENCE

By Mrs. Asha Kapoor

Mrs. Asha Kapoor is a Senior Citizen,in the teaching field for last 35 years and the Ex Principle of Holy Family High School,andheri.She has authored many books for school syllabi.She is the Director of Samsika Academy of Brand Management.She has received the 'State Award' for best teacher in 1995 and Mayor's Award for 'Best Teacher'in 1991.She stays in Raheja Vihar and can be contacted at email : jkapoor@samiska.com
TIPS ON ENGLISH SPEAKING Series - 265
TIP 1

The word IDIOM is derived from Latin word – IDIOMA.

TIP 2

Some idioms

1. French leave (leave without permission)

e.g. He is enjoying French leave these days.

2. Eye to eye (to agree)

e.g. I do not see eye to eye with you at least on this point.

TIP 3

Common Errors In English Speaking

Incorrect Correct
The train just leave

The train just left

We go to the theatre last night
TWe went to the theatre last night