English Speaking Basics

UNIT-04

 I'm + (verb)     

   'I'm' is a contraction of the words 'I am.' By adding a verb to 'I'm' this lets you express an action or                     occurrence about yourself.

  Here are some examples:

"I'm eating lunch."

"I'm brushing my teeth."

"I'm scared."

"I'm driving to work."

"I'm crying."

"I'm typing an email."

"I'm cooking dinner."

"I'm combing my hair."

"I'm hanging a picture."

"I am texting."

"I am dancing."

"I am interested in the job."

"I am exercising."

"I am sad."

"I am learning."

UNIT-05

 I'm getting

When combining the words 'I am' and 'getting' you are telling someone 'you' are gaining possession, being affected by or have plans to seek out and obtain a particular thing.

Here are some examples:

"I'm getting better."

"I'm getting ready for bed."

"I'm getting a tooth ache."

"I'm getting a cold."

"I'm getting married."

"I'm getting tired."

"I'm getting good at reading."

"I'm getting a new car."

"I'm getting a job."

"I'm getting a puppy."

UNIT-6

I'm trying + (verb)

'I am trying' informs someone that you are attempting to accomplish something using bodily, mental, or spiritual strength. By adding a verb to 'I'm trying' you are pointing out exactly what it is you are attempting to do.

Here are some examples:

"I'm trying to get a job."

"I'm trying to call my family."

"I'm trying to enjoy my dinner."

"I'm trying to educate myself."

"I'm trying to explain myself."

"I'm trying new food."

"I'm trying to eat healthy."

"I'm trying to understand."

You may also hear the word 'trying' used to express a way someone is feeling. In this manner, it expresses strain or distress.

Here are some examples:

"Learning new things can be trying on you."

"That marathon was very trying on me."

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