by Raúl | Sep 17, 2026 | B2 First (FCE)
The passive voice helps you focus on the action or result of an event, rather than who performed it. It is formed using a form of the verb to be followed by the past participle of the main verb. We often use the passive when the person or thing doing the action is...
by Raúl | Sep 17, 2026 | B2 First (FCE)
-ed adjectives describe how a person or animal feels, focusing on the effect of something on them, while -ing adjectives describe the person, thing, or situation that causes that feeling or effect. This distinction is a common point of confusion for English learners,...
by Raúl | Sep 17, 2026 | B2 First (FCE)
Adjectives describe nouns or pronouns, while adverbs describe verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs. However, a special group of verbs, known as ‘linking verbs,’ are always followed by an adjective, not an adverb. These include verbs like be, seem, become,...
by Raúl | Sep 17, 2026 | B2 First (FCE)
Understanding phrasal verbs and expressions with ‘take’ is key for B2 English learners. These multi-word verbs are common in everyday conversation and formal contexts, helping you sound more natural and precise. Unlike single verbs, phrasal verbs often have meanings...
by Raúl | Sep 17, 2026 | B2 First (FCE)
Learning adjectives to describe personality is essential for B2 English learners to express themselves clearly and accurately about people. These words help you talk about character traits, making your conversations and writing much richer. Some adjectives describe...
by Raúl | Sep 17, 2026 | B2 First (FCE)
The word like has many uses in English, but two common questions often cause confusion: What is … like? and What does … like? The first asks for a general description of someone or something, including personality, qualities, or characteristics. The second...
