DET Hindi / हिंदी

The phrase "nature calls" humorously means needing to use the bathroom, often used in casual English to express this bodily need.

The present continuous tense describes actions happening now, using "to be" + verb-ing. In questions, the structure is slightly different.

To be "bored to death" means feeling so bored that you're utterly uninterested in the situation, making the experience feel almost unbearable.

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Articles are vital words in English that show if something is specific or general. There are two types: definite and indefinite. Knowing the difference and correct usage helps with language mastery.

The perfect progressive tense shows an action that started in the past and continued, possibly still ongoing, stressing its duration. Present Perfect Progressive: "have/has been" + verb-ing.

Expressing gratitude builds strong relationships and opens opportunities. Saying “thank you” is a simple but effective way to show appreciation in everyday interactions.

The phrase "beats me" is an informal way to say "I don't know," used to show uncertainty. Its origin is unclear but likely comes from the idea of being baffled or mentally defeated.

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