Where did we get the term COMPUTER BUG?
By The English Farm, 11月 19 2022Most of us have used the term "computer bug", but have you ever wondered where it comes from, and who coined the expression?
Most of us have used the term "computer bug", but have you ever wondered where it comes from, and who coined the expression?
Non-native speakers often confuse the words rent and borrow when speaking English. On the surface, these words seem very similar, but actually, they are quite different. Discover the difference in this blog post.
The Law of Triviality describes how people often waste time focusing on small things instead of the important ones. We might be meeting to approve plans for a nuclear power plant, but we spend most of the time arguing about what color to paint the bike shed.
Sample speaking test answers using inductive reasoning.
This post looks at simple inductive logic. We start with a specific example and work out a conclusion based on it.
Sample speaking test answers using deductive reasoning.
This is a quick guide to deductive logic. Use it to score more highly in speaking tests and convince people of your opinion.
In the IELTS exam, you will be docked points for wrong spelling. While most students spend a lot of time learning vocabulary, or understanding how the exam works, they often forget to learn how to spell.
It's very easy to confuse the words overtime and overwork. Find out the difference, and see examples of each one in context.
At The English Farm, we realize that language isn't just something you learn, it's something you use—in business, in speaking tests, and with locals when you are traveling. Read about our teacher's experience traveling to Colombia.
Working in different countries when English is not your first language can be frustrating. In this blog, we share helpful lessons that were learnt on the ground by a non-native English speaker.
You are busy. But, you still want to improve your English. So how do you make the most of the little time you have? Learn four steps to study effectively.