ESL Resources Archives

Two students are discussing the difference between principal and principle.

Principal vs. Principle: Finance, School, & Other Uses

Sep 06, 2023
3 min read

Confused about whether to use “principal” or “principle”? Today, we’ll end all your confusion! Learn the difference between “principal” vs. “principle” and tips to use these words correctly.

Two speakers discuss when to use “toward” or “towards”: American English uses “toward” while British English uses “towards”.

Toward or Towards | Difference, Uses & Origins

Sep 06, 2023
2 min read

Should you use “towards” or “toward”? What’s the difference between the two and is one option better than the other? We will resolve all these questions and many more in this quick guide.

Two speakers discuss how to use then vs. than: The former shows time while the latter shows comparison.

Then vs. Than: How to Use Each in a Sentence

Sep 05, 2023
5 min read

“Then” vs. “than” are two homophones that are often mixed up with each other. If you want to learn how these words are used, what they stand for as well as the difference between “then” and “than”.

Students discuss the correct usage of who vs. whom in spoken as well as written English.

Who vs. Whom: When to Use Which [& Why It’s Important]

Aug 21, 2023
4 min read

The words who and whom are some of the most misused words in English. However, the correct use of who and whom is crucial in formal writing. Learn how to correctly use these two words!

Two people are confused when to use "its" or "it’s" in a sentence.

Its vs. It’s: When to Use Its and It’s in a Sentence

Aug 11, 2023
3 min read

Have you wrongly used the words “its” and “it’s”? Don’t worry, we’ll end your “its” vs. “it’s” confusion! “Its” is used to show ownership and “it’s” is the short form of “it has” or “it is.”

ESL students and readers go through a list of the 10 best ESL books.

10 Best ESL Books for Students & Language Learners

Aug 09, 2023
5 min read

Learning a language is always a challenging task. But reading helps bridge the gap by helping the reader develop an interest by using stories. Here are a few books that will kill two birds with one stone for ESL readers.

Two friends discussing when to use to vs. too in a sentence.

To vs. Too vs. Two | Difference, Examples, When to Use

Aug 09, 2023
4 min read

Using “to”, “too”, and “two” correctly is essential for proper communication. Learn how to use each of them with the help of our tips and examples. Never go wrong while choosing “to” or “too” again!

Two speakers are confused about what is the correct spelling of 40: Is it forty or fourty?

How Do You Spell 40: Is It Forty or Fourty?

Aug 08, 2023
3 min read

Is it “forty” or “fourty”? Well, the correct spelling of 40 is “forty”. This spelling is used in both British and American English. Let’s find out how this spelling became common!

Two speakers argue whether to use affect vs effect in a sentence.

Affect vs. Effect: Meaning, Difference, & Examples

Aug 08, 2023
5 min read

The word pair “affect” vs. “effect” is easy to mix up. The words sound the same and their meanings are quite similar! Don’t worry, because we’re settling the “affect or effect” debate once and for all.