Ibochouba Singh

Ibochouba Singh is the founder of 99Learners. He is a qualified English trainer with 15 years of experience and provides education to people through his writing. He writes books and guides for English learners and many articles for this site and other sites. → Read more about him

IELTS Reading: The ‘Skimming & Scanning’ Secret

Time management is the biggest challenge for most students in the IELTS Reading module. You have to read three long passages and answer 40 questions in just 60 minutes—so reading every single word is simply not practical. This is where IELTS Reading skimming and scanning techniques become essential. High-scoring candidates don’t read everything—they read smartly.

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Didn’t Hear Back? How to Write a Polite Follow-Up Email After a Job Interview

Have you recently finished a job interview and felt confident, but now… silence? The waiting game is often the hardest part of the job search. Should you wait longer? Should you call? Or should you send an email? At 99Learners, we specialise in helping you navigate professional communication with confidence. Writing a polite follow-up email

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“Discuss About” or “Return Back”? Stop Using These 10 Redundant Phrases in English

In English, “Redundancy” means using two or more words together that mean the same thing. It is like saying “a round circle”—a circle is already round, so the extra word is unnecessary! Many Indian learners fall into the “Redundancy Trap” because of direct translation from their mother tongue. For example, in Hindi, we might say

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Writing for the Web: How to Create Catchy English Captions for Instagram and YouTube

Writing catchy English captions for Instagram and YouTube is an essential skill for students, content creators, and digital marketers. A well-written caption not only grabs attention but also improves engagement, boosts reach, and helps your content rank better in search results. Whether you are posting a 60-second YouTube Short or an Instagram Reel, your caption

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Their, There, or They’re? Never Mix Up These 10 Confusing English Word Pairs Again

English can be a frustrating language because many words sound the same but have completely different meanings and spellings. These are called homophones, and they are one of the most common causes of writing mistakes. Even with 15+ years of teaching experience, I still see advanced students mix these up in emails, exams, and professional

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IELTS Speaking Part 1: How to Answer ‘Work or Study’ Questions Like a Pro

If you’re preparing for the IELTS Speaking test, one of the first questions you’ll face is: “Do you work or are you a student?” — and many candidates lose marks by giving short, basic answers. In this guide, you’ll learn exactly how to answer “Work or Study” questions in IELTS Speaking Part 1 with natural,

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Zoom & Microsoft Teams Etiquette: Essential English Phrases for Virtual Meetings

In 2026, virtual meetings have become a daily routine. Whether you are attending a class, joining a client call, or working remotely, knowing the right English phrases for virtual meetings is essential for clear and professional communication. Platforms like Zoom and Microsoft Teams are widely used, and understanding proper online meeting etiquette can help you

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Stop Translating! 5 Simple Exercises to Start Thinking in English Today

Do you translate every sentence in your head before speaking English? That’s why you feel slow and tired. You are likely a victim of the “Internal Translator.” The good news? You can train your brain to think directly in English with simple daily exercises. In India, many of us grow up thinking in Hindi, Bengali,

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The ‘Only’ and ‘Na’ Habit: How to Stop Translating Directly from Hindi to English

One of the biggest challenges for Indian English learners isn’t grammar or vocabulary—it’s the “Internal Translator.” Most of us think in our mother tongue (Hindi, Manipuri, Bengali, etc.) and then translate those thoughts into English word-for-word. We need to avoid the habit of translating directly from Hindi to English. While this helps us communicate, it

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Stop Using the Word ‘Very’: 25 Precise Adjectives to Upgrade Your Vocabulary

In the world of English learning, “Very” is often called a “lazy” word. While it isn’t grammatically wrong to say you are “very happy” or “very tired,” using it too often makes your English sound repetitive and basic. At 99Learners, we help our learners move from Basic English to Advanced Fluency. If you want to improve

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