Nauman Anwar

When I started teaching English, the confusion between Herself vs Herselves vs Her Self came up often, especially among students. These forms may sound interchangeable, but they hold completely different grammatical roles, with unique emotional tones and social implications. Most learners are puzzled by such similar-sounding variations, so as a language coach, I built a … Read more

Back when I was helping a foreign exchange student adjust to modern school life, we hit a surprisingly funny situation. She was introducing a boy from her class as her “boy friend” in front of the host parents, and their reaction was instantly awkward. That single space between “boy” and “friend” triggered a misunderstanding that’s … Read more

Native English speakers and learners often confuse Flew or Flown, though both are just different forms of the irregular verb fly. If you’ve ever asked yourself whether to use past tense or past participle, you’re not alone. In real conversations, people slip up because they overlook the rules or the role of grammar helpers like … Read more

In daily chatting or while speaking casually with friends, we often use quantifiers like “couple of minutes” or refer to “some people.” These everyday words – known as quantifiers – carry deeper meaning than they appear to on the surface. While they might seem simple, choosing the right one helps your message land more effectively. … Read more

When I first began teaching English, I observed that many learners, especially those translating from other languages, would use the phrase “Discuss About” in both speech and writing. I recall a student who once wrote, “Let’s discuss about the marketing report,” and I remember how natural it sounded – at first. But this is actually … Read more

The first time I heard someone casually mention “Starbs,” I honestly wondered if it was a new local coffee shop I hadn’t discovered yet. But no – it’s simply a playful nickname for the mega-famous brand we all know: Starbucks. Over time, I’ve come to appreciate that this little slang term isn’t just cute. It … Read more

As someone who’s reviewed thousands of documents, I’ve seen even native speakers struggle with the verb forms Seem or Seems. It might sound small, but this common trip-up in writing and speech often affects learners just as much. The difference is all about grammar: singular vs. plural subjects. Many people make a mistake when choosing … Read more

As a coach working with both ESL learners and native English speakers, I’ve seen how often people trip over the difference between Ahead vs A Head. These words may sound the same, but they carry very different meanings, and understanding that distinction is key to speaking and writing with clarity. One of my students once … Read more

When I finally aced the interview and landed the client I’d been chasing for weeks, I walked out grinning from ear to ear. That wasn’t just a successful outcome – it was a rush of joy mixed with swagger. It fully captured what it means to be As Pleased as Punch. This isn’t your average … Read more

Choosing between Born in or Born On might feel like a small detail, but in English, it’s important. These prepositions shape the meaning of a sentence. For instance, born in 1990 suggests a time span, whereas born on July 4, 1990 identifies a specific date. This level of precision influences how your resumes are read, … Read more