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Less vs. Lesser

When do we use “less” and when do we use “lesser”? This is a good question. I had to think twice about it. When you are comparing something, use ‘less’. Ex: It costs less than that. You can also use Read more…

By Dr. Sandhya, 3 years3 years ago
Positivity
Towards Eminence

Positivity

Start your day with a smile. When you greet your coworkers with a friendly smile, they are likely to be happier. They would return your smile making your day brighter.  You spend a lot of time at work. Make that Read more…

By Dr. Sandhya, 3 years3 years ago
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Language Bites

Overuse of the -ing form

Let us analyse the following sentence: “I am not knowing the answer to this question”. The correct usage is:“I do not know the answer to this question”. We, Indians, are known for over-using the -ing form where not necessary. Sometimes, Read more…

By Dr. Sandhya, 3 years3 years ago
Parenting

An International Women’s Day Message

Dr. Sandhya Pentareddy speaks about being yourself and achieving work-life balance by setting the right expectations.

By Dr. Sandhya, 3 years2 years ago
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A vs. The

Let us analyze these two sentences: “I am a student.” “I am the student.” Are you ‘a’ student or ‘the’ student? Both the above are correct sentences but what is the difference?  Other similar examples: 1. I am an Indian. Read more…

By Dr. Sandhya, 3 years3 years ago
Can Will May
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Can – May – Will

Let us look at these three sentences: 1. “Can he speak to her?” 2. “May he speak to her?” 3. “Will he speak to her?” All of the above are correct but convey different shades of meaning.  ‘Can’ refers to Read more…

By Dr. Sandhya, 3 years3 years ago
Women Empowerment
Women's Empowerment

Monologue of a modern woman

I’m a woman.  I don’t need to be put on a pedestal. I just want to be treated like an equal human being.  I’m not a flower in a temple. Don’t hold me to higher and convenient moral standards.  I’m Read more…

By Dr. Sandhya, 3 years2 years ago
Effect vs. Affect
Language Bites

Affect vs. Effect

Here are some sentences with the words ‘Affect’ and ‘Effect’. Anna’s ideals and determination have affected lakhs of people. Will the bill really come into effect?  What effect will it ultimately produce? The movie was so affective that it moved Read more…

By Dr. Sandhya, 3 years3 years ago
Parenting

Tips for freshers at college

Dr. Sandhya Pentareddy advises first year under graduate students on how to approach student life and their journey forward, at VIT Vellore.

By Dr. Sandhya, 3 years3 years ago
Parenting

Tips for students from rural areas

Dr. Sandhya Pentareddy talks to freshers from rural districts about pride, confidence, joyful learning and smart work.

By Dr. Sandhya, 3 years3 years ago

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