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Can you spot the mistake? One tip – there’s an extra word.
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For learners of English who understand that language is not just grammar. Idioms, phrasal verbs, vocabulary, and more besides, help strengthen language skills.
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Can you spot the mistake? One tip – there’s an extra word.
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This is a sign in Malta – and I’m guessing the person who wrote it thought it out in Maltese first, since ‘idhol gewwa’ is perfectly acceptable in Maltese (enter inside).
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Sorry! I meant connectors or linkers such as and, or… However what Sandra says was the first thing I thought. You can say enter inside, can’t you?
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That’s correct Laura. When “enter” is used in connection with an enclosed space (school, taxi, office, etc.), the word “inside” is understood and therefore redundant. I wonder, is it possible to say “enter inside” in your language?
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Thanks for the explanation! You can actually say it in Spanish, I guess it’s because the verb enter needs to be followed by a preposition like in or inside. I’ll pay more attention next time!
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A little difficult for me, but I think it’s the word INSIDE in the sentense “You are entering inside enemalta premises”. I’m right?
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Spot on!
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“Double connector” sounds like something an electrician or plumber would talk about! Keeping things simple, there’s an unnecessary word. I’m still waiting …
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I’ll make my guess… is it about using double connectors? 🙂
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