English as a Second Language / ESL
![Two speakers discuss when to use “toward” or “towards”: American English uses “toward” while British English uses “towards”.](https://www.papertrue.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Toward-vs.-Towards.png)
Toward or Towards | Difference, Uses & Origins
Sep 06, 2023
2 min read
Should you use “towards” or “toward”? What’s the difference between the two and is one option better than the other? We will resolve all these questions and many more in this quick guide.
![Two speakers discuss how to use then vs. than: The former shows time while the latter shows comparison.](https://www.papertrue.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Then-vs.-Than.png)
Then vs. Than: How to Use Each in a Sentence
Sep 05, 2023
5 min read
“Then” vs. “than” are two homophones that are often mixed up with each other. If you want to learn how these words are used, what they stand for as well as the difference between “then” and “than”.
![Students discuss the correct usage of who vs. whom in spoken as well as written English.](https://www.papertrue.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Who-vs.-Whom.png)
Who vs. Whom: When to Use Which [& Why It’s Important]
Aug 21, 2023
4 min read
The words who and whom are some of the most misused words in English. However, the correct use of who and whom is crucial in formal writing. Learn how to correctly use these two words!
![Two people are confused when to use "its" or "it’s" in a sentence.](https://www.papertrue.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Its-vs-Its.png)
Its vs. It’s: When to Use Its and It’s in a Sentence
Aug 11, 2023
3 min read
Have you wrongly used the words “its” and “it’s”? Don’t worry, we’ll end your “its” vs. “it’s” confusion! “Its” is used to show ownership and “it’s” is the short form of “it has” or “it is.”
![Two friends discussing when to use to vs. too in a sentence.](https://www.papertrue.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/To-vs.-Too.png)
To vs. Too vs. Two | Difference, Examples, When to Use
Aug 09, 2023
4 min read
Using “to”, “too”, and “two” correctly is essential for proper communication. Learn how to use each of them with the help of our tips and examples. Never go wrong while choosing “to” or “too” again!
![Two speakers are confused about what is the correct spelling of 40: Is it forty or fourty?](https://www.papertrue.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Forty-vs.-Fourty.png)
How Do You Spell 40: Is It Forty or Fourty?
Aug 08, 2023
3 min read
Is it “forty” or “fourty”? Well, the correct spelling of 40 is “forty”. This spelling is used in both British and American English. Let’s find out how this spelling became common!
![Two speakers argue whether to use affect vs effect in a sentence.](https://www.papertrue.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Affect-vs.-Effect.png)
Affect vs. Effect: Meaning, Difference, & Examples
Aug 08, 2023
5 min read
The word pair “affect” vs. “effect” is easy to mix up. The words sound the same and their meanings are quite similar! Don’t worry, because we’re settling the “affect or effect” debate once and for all.