[General] Learning to write well.

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Brook W

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Hello,

I have been studying in English for the past 5 years. I have learned to write at a basic level, but found it very challenging to master it (At least to achieve advanced level writing). I have tried to write on a regular basis and give it to a teacher to correct the grammar and structure. It helped a bit but I still find myself struggling to express myself in English. If anyone know any working method/ learning strategy that helps to improve writing/ expression I am more than happy to hear.

Thank you for your help.
 

Raymott

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Read good books, and notice the phrasing. Try to work out why each word is placed where it is, and how the grammar works.
This is what I do when looking at a new language. It's best if you know the story, so you concentrate on the structure. When I don't know a noun or verb, I often don't bother looking it up, as long as I can identify its place in the sentence - as long as I can parse it. That's one exercise you could try.
 

boehm

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Not a teacher. More information would be helpful. Are you having problems with verbs and direct objects? My advice is to invest in a really good grammar book. I would read A Comprehensive Grammar of the English Language.
 
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johnandrew

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Not an English teacher, but you should try quiz tests, participate with English bloggers and as well start your own blog.
 
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