We use the Present Continuous (Progressive) tense when talking about actions that are happening at the moment (present or temporary activity) or which will be done in the future (future arrangement).UsePresent or temporary activitiesFuture (personal) arrangementsI'm going to go to my grandma.I'm going abroad this summer (in both sentences the speaker is speaking about plans)Examples Use· He is getting married this month (Use 2)· They are swimming in the sea (Use 1)· I'm having my first driving lesson this week (Use 2)· I'm drinking hot coffee...
Saturday, 20 December 2008
WAYS OF EXPRESSING CERTAINTY
DEGREES OF CERTAINTY Expressing Certainty I'm certain that he is a doctor. He always carries a stethoscope with him.She must be excellent at mathematics. She always gets the first grades.I'm absolutely sure he is a thief. I saw him pick the old man’s pocket.It's certain that she is a good mother. She cares very much of children. He will undoubtedly succeed in the exam. He is a real genius. Expressing Probability It is probable that my grandfather goes to Mecca next year. I guess / I think that he will accept...
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