von Christine Burgmer | Jan. 22, 2025 | Tips and Tricks, Grammar quirks |
In formal English, we usually use: Fewer with things we can count.“Fewer people attended the meeting than expected.“ Less with amounts we don’t count individually.“We have less time than we expected.“ But what about supermarket signs...
von Christine Burgmer | Jan. 22, 2025 | Tips and Tricks, Grammar quirks |
In German, we say in der Nähe.But in English, we don’t say in the near. Instead:Nearby“There’s a good restaurant nearby.“ Near + place“The restaurant is near the station.“ Close by“Don’t worry. I live close by.“ 💡...