Milky wrote: And those rules often include advice on use in context, don't they? No. For the most part, grammar is unconsciously acquired and used. I should say that I'm talking about native speakers. If you're talking about teaching

Hello Anonymous. Before answering your question, I have a request. This forum is largely for people learning English as a second language and when people use "chat speak," it can make it hard for other people to follow - do u no wat i mean?

Hi Openmind, You wrote: Hi EU, where and how did you pick up the expression to speak a language natively ? Also, why are you interested in knowing whether or not you might be able to "sound" like a native speaker? I mean, what kind of

Hi Voltaire, Welcome to Englishforums. You have found the right place to learn English. This website is used mainly by students learning English as a second language. I hope you find us helpful.

Ladies and Gentlemen, As you might know Maltese people often speak Maltese as well as English. I have never really understood if most people in Malta speak English as a second language and Maltese as their first language. How do Maltese people

Hello Englishuser, I was eleven years old when I took my first english class...I have learned English as a second language; definitely it wasn't something simply acquired; I had to do loads of assignments. I guess you have to be surrounded by

yeah all the schools teach English as a second language do you know what the difference between native language and second language?..Simple

Hi J. Baker, It's sometimes said that 'bad English' is the most widely spoken language in the world. That is to say, most speakers of English have a relatively bad knowledge of English grammar, vocabulary, and idioms. This is because most

Hi John Baker, You wrote: I love english and speak it.... you can have a trip for where you want and someone will speak in english with you... that's wonderfull I'm afraid I disagree with you in case in point. In many parts of the

Cukitza wrote: I began my study of English as a second language at the age of three Really? At what age did you begin studying your first language? Well, of course I know what you meant, but I also think that most people who learn a