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November 17, 2020 By TutorPhil Leave a Comment

How to Paraphrase in an Essay – Tutorial with Examples

Paraphrasing is expressing the contents of a passage in different words. It allows the student to use other people’s content without copying or plagiarizing.  I’m Tutor Phil, and in this tutorial, I’ll show you a simple 5-step paraphrasing strategy and give you 10 examples of effective paraphrasing.  How to Paraphrase Here are five steps to… [Read More]

Filed Under: Paragraphs, Power Words, Style, Writing Tips

October 25, 2020 By TutorPhil 4 Comments

How to Use Transitions in an Essay – Tutorial with Examples

One of your main tasks in writing an essay is to help the reader make connections and understand your writing well. Transitions allow you to do that. They help ensure that the reading process flows smoothly.  I’m Tutor Phil, and in this tutorial I’ll show you how to use transitions effectively in your essays and… [Read More]

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September 26, 2020 By TutorPhil 20 Comments

Power Words Every Essay Writer Must Know How to Use

When it comes to essay writing, some words are especially powerful. I call them Power Words.  I’m Tutor Phil, and in this tutorial, you’ll harness the power of four such words. What can power words do for you? Great question!  Power words can help you: Get your ideas flowing Make a better impression on your… [Read More]

Filed Under: Grammar, Power Words, Sentences, Style, Videos Tagged With: grammar, punctuation, sentences, style, writing essays

August 17, 2020 By TutorPhil 8 Comments

6 Simple Ways to Improve Sentence Structure In Your Essays

Has your teacher or professor ever marked your sentences as “awkward,” “verbose,” or “wordy,” or “redundant,” or something to that effect?  If so, then the grade you received definitely suffered. Use the techniques I’m about to show you to avoid these annoying notes that keep you from getting excellent grades.  Let’s dive right in and… [Read More]

Filed Under: Sentences, Style Tagged With: essay writing, essays, how to write an essay, sentences

April 16, 2016 By TutorPhil 1 Comment

Writing Tips for Work – Letters and Justifications

In this video I will give you Two Writing Tips for Work. I will answer a question from a subscriber who writes: “My name is Anna. I work for an international organization. I struggle in writing business / Military letters (condolence letters, memos, thank you letters, and regrets and invitation letters) and was wondering if… [Read More]

Filed Under: Style, Videos, Writing for Work Tagged With: Writing for Work

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