Speaking English Made Easy

Table of Contents

1. Grammar, Definition of Grammar

2. The Sentence

3. Kinds Of Sentences

4. Phrase and Clause

5. Subject and Predicate

6. Parts Of Speech

7. Verb

8. Irregular Verbs

9. Tense

10. Present Tense

11. Past Tense

12. Future Tense

13. Uses Of Tense

14. Uses of Simple Present Tense

15. Uses of Present continuous Tense

16. Present Tense vs. Simple Present Tense

17. Uses of Simple Past Tense

18. Uses of Past Continuous Tense

19. Uses of Present Perfect Tense

20. Uses of Simple Future Tense

21. Uses of “going to” form

22. Uses of Present Perfect continuous Tense

23. Uses of Past Perfect Tense

24. Uses of Past Perfect continuous Tense

25. Uses of Future continuous Tense

26. Uses of Future Perfect Tense

27. Uses of Future Perfect continuous Tense

28. Common Structures in English for Spoken communication

29. Want / Wants to

30. Don’t / Doesn’t want to

31. Do + Subject + want to

32. How/Why/when + do + Subject + want to

33. What + do + Subject + want to

34. Wanted to

35. Have to

36. Will have to / Have got to / Has got to

37. Doesn’t / Don’t have to

38. Do + Subject + have to

39. Why/When/What/How + do +have to

40. Has / Have

41. Must

42. Must not

43. Interrogative Sentences with “Must”

44. Should

45. Need

46. Need to

47. Can/Can not

48. Could / Could not

49. Used to

50. Voice

51. The Uses of Passive voice

52. Rules for Changing a sentence from A.V to P.V

53. Transitive and Intransitive verb

54. Voice – key – table

55. Active and Passive Voice

56. Direct – Indirect Speech

57. Tenses – Conditionals

58. Zero Conditional

59. Open or Probable Condition

60. Unreal or Improbable or Impossible condition

61. Unfulfilled Condition

62. Simple, complex and compound sentences

63. Synthesis of sentences

64. Common expressions expressed in different situations

65. Phrasal Verbs

66. Idioms

67. Question tags

Objectives and Topics

The primary objective of this work is to provide an accessible and comprehensive guide for learners, teachers, and scholars to master the technicalities of spoken and written British English. It addresses the complexities of language learning by integrating fundamental grammar rules with practical phonetics to ensure that spoken communication is both lucid and accurate in a global context.

• Foundational English grammar, sentence structures, and classification.
• Comprehensive analysis of tenses and their practical applications.
• Structures for effective spoken communication and expressing desires or obligations.
• Rules regarding Voice (Active/Passive) and Direct/Indirect Speech.
• Syntactic analysis including conditionals, phrasal verbs, and idiomatic expressions.

Excerpt from the Book

Summary of Chapters

Grammar, Definition of Grammar: Defines grammar as the scientific study of language form and structure, distinguishing between native acquisition and formal learning.

The Sentence: Explores the definition of a sentence and categorizes them into declarative, interrogative, imperative, and exclamatory types.

Parts Of Speech: Provides a categorization of English words into eight basic types, including nouns, pronouns, verbs, and others, essential for sentence construction.

Tense: Breaks down the 12 English tenses through specific rules, affirmative, negative, and interrogative structures, while clarifying their practical usage.

Common Structures in English for Spoken communication: Outlines everyday sentence structures (e.g., "want to," "have to," "must") used to express desires, obligations, and intentions.

Voice: Details the transformation of active to passive voice, providing keys and tables for various tenses.

Direct – Indirect Speech: Covers the transformation from direct to indirect speech, focusing on tense and pronoun changes.

Tenses – Conditionals: Explains the three main types of conditional sentences (plus the zero conditional) to describe real, unreal, and unfulfilled situations.

Keywords

Grammar, Syntax, Tenses, Passive Voice, Direct Speech, Indirect Speech, Conditionals, Phrasal Verbs, Idioms, Question Tags, Spoken English, Linguistics, Communication Skills, Sentence Structure, Language Learning

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary focus of this book?

The book focuses on simplifying the technical aspects of standard modern British English, making it accessible for learners, teachers, and students to improve both their spoken and written communication skills.

What are the central thematic areas covered?

Key thematic areas include English grammar foundations, the 12 tenses, sentence transformation (Active/Passive, Direct/Indirect), conditional structures, phrasal verbs, and idiomatic expressions.

What is the core research question or pedagogical aim?

The core aim is to provide an easy and effortless method for learners to master English technicalities, bridging the gap between basic grammar knowledge and proficient, lucid spoken communication.

Which scientific or linguistic methodology is employed?

The authors use an applied linguistic approach that interleaves grammar and phonetics, focusing on "measurement of language" through structural analysis and realistic, everyday examples.

What topics are included in the main body?

The main body treats comprehensive grammatical rules, voice conversions, syntax synthesis, and specific structures like "want to," "have to," and "must," alongside extensive lists of phrasal verbs and idioms.

What defines the style of the content?

The content is characterized by its simplicity, using ordinary everyday English to explain complex grammatical rules with supporting charts and tables for easier retention.

How does the book handle the "Zero Conditional"?

The book defines the Zero Conditional as a structure used for expressing general, scientific truths or instructions that are always true under specific conditions, noting its similarity to using "when."

What specific advice is offered for "Used to"?

The book distinguishes between "Used to + infinitive" for finished past habits and "Used to + noun/-ing form," which denotes familiarity and experience, ensuring it is no longer strange to the user.