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Why is British spelling different?
The differences often come about because British English has tended to keep the spelling of words it has absorbed from other languages (e.g. French), while American English has adapted the spelling to reflect the way that the words actually sound when they’re spoken.
What is a plural form of magazine?
Word forms: plural magazines.
Is magazine singular or plural?
The plural form of magazine; more than one (kind of) magazine.
Why is magazine called a magazine?
Etymology. The word “magazine” derives from Middle French magasin meaning “warehouse, depot, store”, from Italian magazzino, from Arabic makhazin, the plural of makhzan meaning “storehouse”. In its original sense, the word “magazine” referred to a storage space or device.
Why do they speak English in USA?
The use of English in the United States is a result of British colonization of the Americas. The first wave of English-speaking settlers arrived in North America during the early 17th century, followed by further migrations in the 18th and 19th centuries.
What is the meaning ofmagazine?
magazine noun [C] (BOOK) A2 (informal mag) a type of thin book with large pages and a paper cover that contains articles and photographs and is published every week or month: She has written articles for several women’s magazines. a glossy magazine.
What is just English magazine?
Just English Magazine covers news, personal accounts, sports, historical facts and short stories. It also provides tips for succeeding in English exams. This version focuses more on skills and has some articles that explicitly deal with grammar and vocabulary.
What are the benefits of magazines for learning English?
Magazines can educate you and help you explore new perspectives. They can also be your companions in your English learning journey. Most importantly, they can still be entertaining while they do all of this. You may’ve already discovered authentic English magazines for reading practice.
Who writes Our Magazine?
Our Magazine is written by young people from the UK. Each year we select a new group of bloggers, from the British Council’s language assistants, who share their experiences of learning languages and living abroad.