How to Write in English

Master English writing skills from basic sentences to advanced academic writing

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A1-A2: Beginner Writing
B1-B2: Intermediate Writing
C1-C2: Advanced Writing

Types of Writing
Writing Process
Common Writing Errors

A1-A2: Beginner Writing Skills

Basic Sentence Writing

Simple Sentences

Structure: Subject + Verb + Object
Example: "I eat breakfast"
Example: "She reads books"
Example: "We go to school"

Adding Details

When: "I eat breakfast at 8 AM"
Where: "She reads books in the library"
How: "We go to school by bus"

Personal Information

Writing About Yourself

Name: "My name is..."
Age: "I am ... years old"
Country: "I am from..."
Job: "I work as a..."

Family & Friends

"I have two brothers"
"My best friend is kind"
"My mother works in a hospital"

Basic Text Types

Short Messages

Text messages to friends
Simple emails
Shopping lists
Short notes

Describing Pictures

"This is a photo of my family"
"The dog is big and brown"
"There are three people in the picture"

Basic Punctuation

Essential Marks

Period (.) - End of sentence
Question mark (?) - Questions
Comma (,) - Lists and pauses
Capital letters - Start of sentences, names

Practice Tips

Write one sentence at a time
Use simple words you know
Check spelling carefully

B1-B2: Intermediate Writing Skills

Paragraph Writing

Paragraph Structure

Topic sentence: Main idea
Supporting sentences: Details and examples
Concluding sentence: Summary or conclusion

Connecting Ideas

Addition: also, furthermore, moreover
Contrast: however, although, but
Sequence: first, then, finally

Formal vs Informal Writing

Informal Writing

Contractions: "I'm", "can't", "won't"
Simple vocabulary
Personal pronouns: "I", "you"
Example: "Hey! How's it going?"

Formal Writing

No contractions: "I am", "cannot"
Advanced vocabulary
Passive voice when appropriate
Example: "Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to..."

Essay Writing Basics

Essay Structure

Introduction: Hook + thesis statement
Body paragraphs: Main points with evidence
Conclusion: Summary and final thoughts

Opinion Essays

"In my opinion..."
"I believe that..."
"From my perspective..."
Give reasons and examples

Practical Writing

Emails and Letters

Proper greetings and closings
Clear subject lines
Organized content
Appropriate tone

Reports and Summaries

Factual information
Clear headings
Objective language
Data and statistics

C1-C2: Advanced Writing Skills

Academic Writing

Research Papers

Literature review
Methodology sections
Citations and references
Abstract writing

Critical Analysis

Evaluating arguments
Comparing perspectives
Drawing conclusions
Supporting with evidence

Professional Writing

Business Communication

Executive summaries
Proposals and presentations
Meeting minutes
Technical documentation

Creative Writing

Narrative techniques
Character development
Descriptive language
Literary devices

Advanced Techniques

Cohesion and Coherence

Sophisticated linking devices
Parallel structures
Varied sentence patterns
Logical flow of ideas

Style and Voice

Developing personal voice
Adapting to audience
Precise word choice
Avoiding redundancy

Editing and Revision

Self-Editing Process

Content and organization
Clarity and conciseness
Grammar and mechanics
Style consistency

Proofreading Tips

Read aloud
Check one element at a time
Use spell-check tools
Get feedback from others

Types of Writing by Purpose

Writing Type	Purpose	Examples	CEFR Level
Descriptive	Paint a picture with words	Character descriptions, travel journals	A2+
Narrative	Tell a story	Personal anecdotes, short stories	B1+
Expository	Explain or inform	How-to guides, news articles	B1+
Persuasive	Convince the reader	Opinion essays, advertisements	B2+
Argumentative	Present logical arguments	Debate articles, research papers	C1+
Analytical	Break down and examine	Literary analysis, case studies	C1+

The Writing Process

1. Pre-Writing

Brainstorming

• Mind mapping
• Free writing
• Listing ideas

Planning

• Choose topic
• Research information
• Create outline

2. Writing

First Draft

• Focus on content
• Don't worry about perfection
• Follow your outline

Tips

• Write regularly
• Set small goals
• Take breaks

3. Revising

Content Review

• Check organization
• Add missing information
• Remove unnecessary parts

Final Polish

• Grammar and spelling
• Punctuation
• Format and style

Common Writing Errors

Grammar Errors

Subject-Verb Agreement

❌ The students is studying

✅ The students are studying

Run-on Sentences

❌ I like pizza it is delicious I eat it often

✅ I like pizza because it is delicious. I eat it often.

Fragment Sentences

❌ Because I was tired.

✅ I went home early because I was tired.

Style and Organization

Unclear Pronoun Reference

❌ John told Mike he was late

✅ John told Mike that Mike was late

Weak Thesis Statement

❌ This essay is about pollution

✅ Air pollution poses serious health risks that require immediate government action

Poor Transitions

❌ Moving between ideas without connections

✅ Using linking words: however, therefore, furthermore

Essential Writing Tips

Read extensively: Good writers are good readers
Practice daily: Even 15 minutes helps improve skills
Keep a journal: Write about your daily experiences
Learn from feedback: Ask others to review your writing
Use simple language: Clear is better than complex

Plan before writing: Organize your thoughts first
Vary sentence length: Mix short and long sentences
Show, don't tell: Use specific examples and details
Read aloud: Hear how your writing sounds
Revise multiple times: First drafts are just the beginning

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