Frequently used English words and verbs

In this article, we will have a look at some of the most common words used in English.

1. Sacrifice
2. Filthy - Sordid
3. Conflict - Strife
4. Agreement
5. Revolt
6. Protests
7. Terrorists
8. Attack
9. Accident
10. Transportation
11. Training
12. Education
13. Study
14. Lunch
15. Dinner
16. Exercise
17. Bath
18. Sleep
19. Travel
20. Vacation
21. Leave
22. Work
23. Busy
24. Attend
25. Meeting
26. Party
27. Celebration
28. Catch
29. Cab
30. Traffic
31. Apply
32. Reject
33. Refuse
34. Accept
35. Objection
36. Approve
37. Fight
38. Rift
39. Election
40. Payment
41. Garbage 
42. Dust
43. Waste Management
44. Smoke
45. Pollution
46. Disaster
47. Environment
48. Contanimate
49. Impure
50. Gutter
51. Shopping
52. Swimming
53. Drive
54. Ride
55. Fall
56. Slip
57. Skid
58. Trips
59. Fire Fighting
60. Build
61. Destroy
62. Drive
63. Enforece
64. Rules and Regualtions
65. Violations
66. Strict Actions
67. Arrest
68. Produce
69. Cultivate
70. Grow
71. Instil
72. Educate
73. Return
74. Spread
75. Release
76. Fly
77. Flee
78. Run

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Animal names in English and Marathi

Please find below the list of Animals in India.

1. Dog - (Kutra in Marathi and kutta in Hindi)
2. Horse - (Ghoda in Marathi)
3. Cow - (Gai in Marathi)
4. Buffalo
5. Ox (Bail in Marathi)
6. Rabbit (Sasa in Marathi)
7. Deer (Harin in Marathi)
8. Tiger (Wagh in Marathi)
9. Camel (Uanta in Marathi)
10. Ass (Gadhav in Marathi)
11. Wolf (Landga in Marathi)
12. Lion (Sinh in Marathi)
13. Monkey (Makad in Marathi)
14. Elephant (Hatti in Marathi)

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Cereals and Grains in English and Marathi

Please find below the list of cereals and grains in India.

1. Maize - (Maka in Marathi)
2. Wheat - (Gahu in Marathi)
3. Pearl Millet - Bajara - (Bajari in Marathi)
4. Jowar Millet - (Jwari in Marathi)
5. Rice - (Bhat in Marathi)
6. Barley 
7. Soybeans
8. Moong bean - green gram - Moog Bean - Lentil
9. Peanut - Groundnut - (Shengdana in Marathi)
10. Pigeon Pea (Tur Dal)
11. Kidney Beans - (Ghevada in Marathi or Rajma in Hindi)
12. Moth Bean - Mataki
13. Gram - (Harbhara in Marathi or chana in Hindi)

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English words for Indian Birds

Please find below the list of birds in India with their names in Marathi.

1. Duck - (Badak in Marathi)
2. Sparrow - (Chimni in Marathi)
3. Parrot (Popat in Marathi)
4. Pea cock (Mor in Marathi)
5. Hen (Kombadi in Marathi)
6. Crow (Kawala in Marathi)
7. Crane (Bagala in Marathi)
8. Ostrich 
9. Owl (Ghubad in Marathi)
10. Kingfisher 
11. Woodpecker 
12. Eagle 
13. Goose
14. Stork
15. Cuckoo - (Kokila in Marathi)
16. Pigeon - (Kabutar in Marathi)

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English words for Vegetables

Below is the list of English words for vegetables.

1. brinjal (Vange in Marathi Language)
2. potato (Batata in Marathi and Alu in Hindi)
3. onion (Kanda in Marathi and Pyaj in Hindi)
4. garlic (Lasun in Marathi)
5. bottle gourd (Bhopla in Marathi)
6. ladies fingers (Bhendi in Marathi)
7. tomato (Tomato in Marathi)
8. gram (Harbhara in Marathi)
9. green peas (Vatana in Marathi)
10. Beetroot 
11. bitter gourd (Karle in Marathi Language)
12. Cabbage - (Patta gobi)
13. Capsicum (Dobli Mirchi in Marathi)
14. Carrot (Gajar in Marathi)
15. Cauliflower - (Phool gobi)
16. Chili - (Mirchi in Marathi)
17. Cluster Beans - (Gavar)
18. Corn - (Maka/ Kanis in Marathi)
19. Drumstick (Shevga in Marathi)
20. Fenugreek (Methi in Marathi)
21. Beans 
22. Ivy Gourd - (Tondala in Marathi language)
23. Ginger - (Ale in Marathi and adrak in Hindi)
24. Mushroom
25. Pumpkin
26. Radish - (Mula in Marathi Language)
27. Ridge Gourd (Dodka in Marathi Language)
28. Coriander leaves - (Kothimbir in Marathi)
29. Curry leaves  - (Kadi patta in Marathi)
30. Gherkins - (Tondale in Marathi)
31. Sweet Potato - (Ratale in Marathi)
32. Spinach - (Palak in Marathi)
33. Mint - (Pudina in Marathi)
34. Snake Gourd - (Padval in Marathi)
35. Elephant ear - ( Alu leaves)
36. Lemon - (Limbu in Marathi)
37. Cucumber - (Kakadi in Marathi)

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English Words for flowers, plants and trees

Below is the list of flowers.

1. Rose
2. Jasmine
3. Lotus
4. Lily
5. Sunflower

Below is the list of plants.

1. Turmeric
2. Tamarind
3. Almond
4. Banyan
5. Strawberry
6. Coconut Palm
7. Drumstick Tree
8. Gulmohar - Peacock flower
9. Royal Palm
10. Sandalwood

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English words related to clothing and attire

In this article, we are going to have a look at some of the most commonly used words used to describe clothing or costume.

1. apparel - clothing
2. attire - specific garment or typical outfit
3. bathing suit - clothes worn while taking a bath
4. bed clothes - clothes worn while sleeping
5. blazer - it is a kind of formal coat
6. bikini - women inner wear including bras
7. shorts - Half-pant
8. skirt - Woman wear covering waist and extending up to knees.
9. sneakers - Shoes
10. swimsuit - clothes worn while swimming
11. bloomers - woman inner wear covering private parts. Also called as short pant
12. blouse - woman wear. It is a kind of top.
13. turban - Cloth worn by Sikh people on the head
14. uniform - Typical fixed dress of the school or any other entity.
15. veil - used by Muslim woman to cover the Face.
16. top - woman apparel that covers neck and extends up to waist.
17. tie - Men formal apparel that hangs from the neck. 
18. trousers - Men formal pant
19. button down shirt - Shirts having buttons
20. coat - the apparel worn over formal shirt usually during office work
21. frock - Woman apparel that covers entire body from neck till knees or ankle.
22. sari - Indian women apparel that covers entire body. Usually used with blouse
23. scarf - apparel used by women to cover face aimed at protection of face from dust and smoke.
24. shawl - Squared thin blanket wound over body.
25. dress - Outfit - attire
26. jacket - Men wear used for different purposes like improved stylish look, protection from cold waves or winds etc.
27. costume - Typical outfit of the group of people living in particular region.
28. gown - Women wear covering entire body. Easy to wear and take off than Sari
29. raincoat - coat used to protect from rain.
30. sweater - Thick shirt used to protect from chilly weather.
31. Jeans and T-shirt - Casual wear used while going on parties or vacation.

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Cooking related words in English

In this article, we are going to see the commonly used words during cooking and making recipes.

1. foil  - Aluminium paper used to wrap food to keep it fresh
2. Apron - cloth used while cooking to prevent food spilling on dress and protection from heat.
3. batter - semi-liquid mixture of flours
4. blender - mixer machine to crush the fruits to make juice
5. can - 
6. casserole - pot
7. floor sifter - used to remove unwanted stuff from the flour
8. jar - tin - used to store grains or other food items
9. jug (bigger) and mug (smaller)
10. lid - used to cover the pot while cooking to block the steam 
11. marinate - food soked with turmeric and other spices before cooking
12. microwave oven - range 
13. placemat - mat covering the dining table surface
14. saucer - cup and saucer are used to drink tea
15. shears - scissors - used to cut food items.
16. sponge - used to clean the dishes 
17. tray - used to carry cups and glasses
18. trivet - metal stand used to support cooking pan or vessels
19. tureen - dish for serving soup, stew, or other foods
20. peeler - used to peel the fruits or vegetables
21. wok - semi-sphere shaped cooking vessel
22. rack - shelf - used to keep the food items or utensils in sequence.
23. wardrobe - cupboard
24. saucer - used to serve the tea or coffee.
25. napkin - used to clean the hands.
26. bake - roast - barbecue
27. heat - boil - saute
28. cool - 
29. marinate - soak
30. deep fry in oil, stir fry, toss
31. blend 
32. chop
33. frost - froth
34. garnish
35. grind
36. harden X soften
37. knead
38. mix 
39. mold
40. pour
41. serve

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English words pertaining to the weather and climate

You will use below words to describe weather or climate of specific day or region.

1. Summer - heat wave - drought
2. Rainy Season - cloudy - downpour - drizzle - humidity
3. Dust storm - cyclone - breeze - winds -Thunderstorm - lightning
4. Winter - fog - poor visibility - cold wave - dew - snowfall - chilly days

In summer, we usually experience the heat wave and hot breezes. Sometime if it does not rain, we may face drought like conditions. Water levels in dams and rivers decrease to very low levels. Scarcity of water leads to water cuts and water shortages.

But if we get adequate rains, water level rise and lush green fields captivate wildlife. Cyclones, storms, heavy winds and Cloudy days are followed by drizzles and downpours. We also experience humidity in the air during rainy season. Rainbows, thunderstorm and lightnings are very common during rainy days.

Winter follows rainy season. Fogs spread all over the city leading to poor visibility. Dense fogs usually hamper all modes of transportation. Cold waves, dew and snowfalls drives people crazy during chilly days.

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English words related to Car and bike parts and accessories

Car and Bike related English Words are given below.

1. hood - the front panel covering and protecting bonnet of the car.
2. bumper - External frames of the hood.
3. bonnet - The core part of car including engine under hood
4. mud flap - fitted on the rear side of wheels to block the mud
5. muffler - 
6. windshield - the glass in front of the driver seat 
7. windshield wiper - Plastic rods used to wipe the windshield
8. Steering - Used to take turns and maintain the balance of the car.
9. Seat Belt - used as a safety precaution to remain stable and steady in case of collision.
10. Arm Rest - 
11. Power windows - Windows that can be lowered or raised using power switch
12. Doors 
13. Hand Brakes
14. Clutch
15. Gear Box
16. Roof Rack - Bars on the roof of the car meant to carry luggage.
17. Bottle holders - to keep bottles
18. Horn
19. Speedometer
20. Charging Point
21. Boot - Trunk - Dicky - Main storage compartment of the car. It is usually located at the rear end of the car.
22. Sun roof - the opening in the roof of the car for ventilation purpose.

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Commonly misspelt words in English

There are many words with confusing spellings in English. This is due to the different spellings in American and British (Australian) English language.

Words Ending with -ize and - ise
American English uses the form - Organization while British English uses Organisation.

1. Realize (realise)
2. Recognize (recognise).

But below words use one -ise form.

1. Surprise
2. Improvise
3. Advertise

Words Ending with -yze and - yse
American English uses the form - yze while British English uses -yse form.
For example -

1. Analyze (Analyse)
2. Catalyze (Catalyse)
3. Paralyze (Paralyse)

Words Ending with -or and -our
American English uses the form -or while British English uses -our form.
For example -

1. Color (Colour)
2. Behavior (Behaviour)
3. Favor (Favour)
4. Labor (Labour)
5. Laborer (Labourer)
6. Honor (Honour)
7. Humor (Humour)

If you want to know more such words in English, you can visit the link stating differences between American and British English.

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English words related to house and interior

Here is the long list of words pertaining to the house.

1. AC - Air Conditioner - Used to maintain the air in the room warm or cold as per the need
2. Basement - It is the area of building where parking space is available under ground
3. Bathroom - used to take a shower or bath
4. Bathtub - used to lay in the tub while taking a bath
5. Bedroom - room where people go to sleep
6. Broom - House appliance used to sweep or clean the floor and wall
7. Dust Bin - Trash Can - Garbage is dumped in dust bin temporarily.
8. Carpet - Kind of thick cloth used to cover the floor
9. Ceiling Fan - Fan fitted to the ceiling 
10. Floor - walking area of room
11. Table Fan - Fan that rests on the table or floor
12. Window Grills - metal rods built inside the frame of the window.
13. Chimney - used to exhaust the cooking smoke out of the room
14. Exhaust Fan - Purpose is same as Chimney
15. Washing machine - Used to wash and dry the cloths
16. Column - Pillar used to support the higher floors of the building.
17. Cupboard - used to keep cloths, documents 
18. Curtains - Drapes - used to reduce the amount of sunlight entering the room.
19. Window - Used for ventilation purpose
20. Dining room - the area in the room where people gather for having food.
21. Dish washer - The sink used to wash the soiled plates and utensils
22. Wash Basin - Sink - used to wash the hands
23. Refrigerator - used to keep the food items in cool place
24. Shelf - used to keep books or utensils
25. Door - used to prevent the unwanted people entering the house as a part of security
26. Doorbell - It is fitted near the entrance of the house to alert the people inside house to open the door.
27. Doorknob - Handle fitted on the door to open the door easily with grip.
28. Door eye  - Fitted at eye level on the door to view who is standing near entrance outside of the house.
29. Entrance  - the area or main door through which we enter the house.
30. Drawing Room - rest room where family gathers to hold discussion or watch TV
31. Sofa - furniture like couch used for seating 
32. Fence - Compound wall around house or building
33. Furniture - Beds, chair, sofas, beds used for seating or sleeping
34. Fuse box - Main electrical point powering light in your house
35. Garage - area where cars are parked and repaired.
36. Fire Extinguisher - the tool used to douse the fire
37. Garden Shed - the structure erected in the garden for seating
38. Gate - structure near the main entry of the building. It acts like a barrier.
39. Heater - Used to heat the water to make it warmer.
40. Hinge - metallic object used to fit the door in the frame 
41. Door frame - Outer rods of the door.
42. Kitchen - the area where cooking is done.
43. Knife - part of cutlery used to cut the vegetables or fruits
44. Gas Stove - Utensil used to heat the pots while cooking.
45. Gas cylinder - Used to supply gas to the gas stove.
46. Ladder - the home appliance used to reach to the higher area like shelves 
47. Lamp - used to spread the light in the room
48. Laundry - area where cloths and linens are washed
49. lock - Used to close the door securely to prevent thefts.
50. loft or terrace - open space that extends from the main room.
51. Flower pots - Vase - used for decoration purpose in the hall.
52. Mailbox - used to store the mails outside of the house.
53. Mirror - used to check that we have dressed well and looking good with reflective image.
54. Mop - used to wash and clean the floor.
55. Plumbing
56. Pantry
57. Porch and portico - extended structure of the building 
58. Hand Rails
59. Roof
60. Room
61. Shingle
62. Shower
63. Shutter
64. Stairs
65. Stoop - Small stairs leading to entrance of house
66. Yard 
67. Threshhold
68. Throw rug
69. Toilet
70. Vacuum Cleaner
71. Vent
72. Venetian blinds
73. Wall
74. Water Heater
75. Window Sill
76. awning
77. Baluster
78. Bunk Bed
79. Carport - Parking shade for car - Garage
80. Closet - Furniture with small compartments to store things
81. Crib - Bed with high sides for small baby up to 2 years of age.
82. Dormers - Structure of the building that comes out of the sloping roof.
83. Downspout - Gutter - Pipe meant to carry excess water from the roof or terrace of the building. Also called as waterspout, down pipe or Drain pout. 
84. Drain pipe - Duct - Pipe originating at sink or wash basin to carry the waste water.
85. Driveway - road or route meant for driving a car
86. Walkway - road or route meant for walking
87. Entryway - way leading into the house
88. Dustpan - Cleaning utensil used along with broom to carry waste or garbage.
89. Eaves - Edges of the roof that extend beyond the wall of the building
90. Electrical Outlet - Electrical box meant to supply electricity through plugs
91. Tap - Valve - Faucet - used to release the water
92. Fence - compound for the building
93. Fuse box - Main electric point 
94. Gable - Triangular portion of the wall meeting sloping sides of roof.
95. Hamper - Basket with handle used to store food, cutlery 
96. Utensils - knives, forks, pots, vessels, spoons, toothpick, jar, frying pan
97. Tongs - utensil used to grip and pick up the food items
98. Tea-kettle
99. Glass - pot used to carry water.
100. Plate, Bowl, pie cutter
101. Funnel
102. Ladle - Serving spoon
103. Grinder
104. Mixer
105. Rolling pin - used to make roti
106. Salt Shaker
107. Scissors
108. Scoop - used to serve ice-cream
109. Sieve - sifter - used to filter the liquids like tea, fruit juice
110. Spider - used to take out solid food items from the liquid
111. Chopsticks
112. Skewer  - thin rod used to bake food with barbecue
113. lawnmower - Grass cutting machine
114. Newel - pole that supports hand rail or spiral stair case rail
115. amphitheater
116. assembly hall
117. bungalow
118. cabin
119. meeting room
120. gallery, terrace
121. roof
122. floor
123. dome
124. pantry
125. tower - high rise - skyscraper
126. storehouse - warehouse

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English words related to various professionals

In this article, we are going to have a look at some of the important occupations or professions.

1. Archaeologists - Experts who study human past things based on things left behind
2. Historian - Experts who study history 
3. Mathematician - Experts who work on mathematical problems
4. Philosopher - Person who studies philosophy
5. Geographer - Experts who study geography and environment
6. Biologist - Experts who study living things 
7. Physician - Doctor who diagnose and treat the patients
8. Paleontologist - Experts who study of fossil remains
9. Veterinarian - Doctors of Animals
10. Software Engineers - Experts who can develop and test the software
11. Web Designers - Engineers who can design the web sites
12. Software Programmers - Experts who can develop software programs
13. Astronomer - Scientists who study planets, moon, sun, stars
14. Chemists - Expert who studies chemistry
15. Geologists - Experts who study Geology
16. Meteorologists - People who study meteorology and atmosphere
17. Airplane pilots - Experts who fly air planes
18. Ship Captains - Experts who sail the ships
19. Fire fighters - Experts who douse the fires
20. Carpenters - Experts who can make furniture
21. Electrician - Experts who work in electrical things
22. Plumber - Experts who work in fittings 
23. Cops - Policemen
24. Social Worker - People who work for the welfare of the society.
25. Politician - People who engage themselves in political activities.
26. Accountant - Experts who deal with accounting and tax field.
27. Farmer - People who work in farm and grow crops
28. Journalist - People who write for the newspapers and news channels.
29. Advocate - Lawyers who work in law system
30. Architect - Experts who design and plan building or infrastructure like roads, bridges etc
31. Press Reporter - People who cover various news for news channel.
32. Actor - Person who acts in films and TV shows
33. Musician - Person who composes music
34. Singer - Person who sings songs
35. Choreographer - Person who instructs the dancing steps.
36. Dancer - Person who dances 
37. Teacher - Person who teaches in schools, colleges

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English Words related to doctors

In this article, we will have a look at different English words related to doctors.
Take a look.

1. ENT specialist - Ear, Nose, Throat specialist
2. Gynaecologist - Doctor for Woman illnesses
3. Paediatrician - Doctor for children
4. Dermatologist - Doctor specialized in Skin diseases.
5. Opthalmologist - Doctor for eye disorders
6. Orthopaedist - Doctors expert in Bones and joint related injuries 
7. Cardiologist - Doctors specialized in Heart related malfunctions
8. Neurologist - Doctors expert in Nerve and branches injuries.
9. Psychologist - Doctors expert in human nature 
10. Dentist - Doctor specialized in teeth related malfunctions.
11. Gerontologist - Doctors expert in elderly health issues
12. Anesthesiologist - Doctors specialized in anesthesia
13. Cosmetologist - Doctors trained in beauty 
14. Gastroenterologist - Doctors trained in digestive system
15. Nutritionist - Doctors specialized in food and nutrition.
16. Dietitian - Doctors expert in dietetics.
17. Oncologist - Doctors expert in Tumors.
18. Radiologist - Doctors using imaging like X-rays to diagnose and treat diseases.
19. Rheumatologist - Doctors trained in arthritis and related disorders.
20. Pathologist - Doctor expert in diagnosing of the illness using lab results.

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English Words related to phobias.

Phobia means fear of something. There are many words in English related to different types of Phobias.

1. Androphobia - Fear of Males
2. Anemophobia - Fear of Wind
3. Bathophobia - Fear of deepness
4. Cynophobia - Fear of dogs
5. Gamophobia - Fear of wedding
6. Gynaephobia - Fear of women
7. Hydrophobia - Fear of Water
8. Hodophobia - Fear of journey
9. Hypnophobia - Fear of sleep. (Somniphobia)
10. Kleptophobia - Fear of theft
11. Logophobia  - Fear of words
12. Nyctophobia - Fear of Darkness
13. Ophidiophobia - Horror of snakes
14. Ochlophobia - Horror of Crowds
15. Peniophobia - Fear of poverty
16. Pyrophobia - Fear of Fire
17. Phasmophobia - Fear of Ghosts
18. Pharmacophobia - Fear of medicine
19. Sceleophobia - Fear of burglars.
20. Thanatophobia - Fear of demise
21. Toxicophobia - Fear of poison
22. Zoophobia - Fear of animals.

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Words related to killing of people in English

There are many words in English that are used to describe the killing or murders.
Let's have a look.

1. Suicide - Killing of self
2. Uxoricide - Murder of one's own wife
3. Sororicide - Killing of one's own sister.
4. Fratricide - Assassination of one's own brother
5. Patricide - Killing of one's own Father
6. Matricide - Killing of one's own Mother
7. Parricide - killing of one's own parents
8. Nepoticide - Killing of one's own nephew
9. Filicide - killing of one's own son or daughter (Kind of Prolicide)
10. Avunculicide - Killing of one's own uncle
11. Mariticide - Killing of one's own partner.
12. Homicide - Murder of any person
13. Infanticide - Killing of a infant.
14. Genocide - Killing of specific group of people bound by religion, caste etc.
15. Regicide - Killing of king
16. Familicide - killing of all members of family.
17. Senicide  - killing of old people in the family to avoid taking care of them.

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Manias in English

Mania means obsession with something or great desire or passion to do something.
Below is the list of various manias. Below list is not comprehensive but will definitely help you get used to some of the words related to Manias.

1. Kleptomania - Desire or obsession to steal something
2. Monomania -   obsessed with single thought
3. Xenomania - Passion to have foreign things
4. Trichotillomania - Pulling one's own hairs
5. Pyromania - Obsession of fire 
6. Technomania - Craze for technologies
7. Politicomania - Obsession of political things
8. Photomania - Excessive affinity of light
9. Phonomania - Obsession to kill people.
10. Phagomania - desire to have excessive food.
11. Mythomania - Excessive desire of lying
12. Musomania - great fond of music
13. Hydromania - huge affinity towards water
14. Egomania - filled with excessive ego
15. Arithomania - desire for mathematical calculations

We can use the word mania to express passion to do or have something. For example - If you like to spend lot of time on Facebook, you may be called to have mania for Facebook.

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Proverbs in English

Proverbs are used to convey the message in a better way.

For example - Sometimes we get swayed by the outer beauty of the stuff like clothes, book cover etc. But the quality of the book content or of the clothes may be very poor. To convey this message, we can use below proverb.

"All that glitters is not gold."

Here is the list of other proverbs that are very popular in English Language.

1. All that glitters is not gold.
2. As you sow, so shall you reap.
3. Barking dog seldom bites.
4. Necessity is the mother of invention.
5. Failures are the pillars of success.
6. Time is money.
7. Knowledge is power.
8. Laughter is the best medicine.
9. Where is a will, there is a way.
10. Walk the talk.
11. Sweet words cost nothing but do everything.


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Understanding IELTS Score Card

IELTS scores are given in the form of Band from 1 - 9.

Higher band means you have an excellent command over English Language. You can view the meaning of each band on British Council Website.

Please note below points pertaining to Bands.

1. Each country has a different criteria with reference to the band. For example - To be able to apply for skilled visa 190 for Australia, you should score a band of 7 or above in each section of IELTS. While for Canada immigration, you need to score 7 and above in all sections except Listening Section in which you will need to score at least 7.5
2. Requirements of Band scores is also based upon the kind of course you will be attending or occupation you will be working abroad. Teaching occupation usually require higher band scores.
3. IELTS scores requirements are also dependant upon the colleges as well.

You should always aim to get the highest band in each section as it will help you rank higher to other applicants and you will also get a Visa without much hassles.

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Group discussions in English

Group discussions are now integral part of any important interview process. Admissions to many prominent colleges bank on group discussions to select the brightest people who can put forward their ideas and thoughts in coherent and easy manner.

In this article, we will have a look at important tips to get a success in any debate.

1. You should dress well and look confident.
2. Do not try to be very touchy with other participants.
3. List down the points that you want to highlight.
4. Do not try to incline to particular ideology. Think from all angles and aspects.
5. Do not mumble. Speak up clearly and concisely. 

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