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

Don’t Say ‘Hey’: 10 Email Etiquette Rules for the Modern Workplace

⚡ TL;DR — Email Etiquette in 30 Seconds Use a clear subject line so the reader instantly knows the purpose. Keep emails short and focused — ideally around 3–5 sentences. Start with a simple greeting like Hi [Name] and end with a polite closing. Be clear and respectful about what you want or what action

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In, On, or At: Prepositions of Time and Place Explained with Easy Examples

If you’ve ever wondered why we say “in March” but “on March 15th,” or why we are “at the station” but “on the bus,” you aren’t alone. Prepositions are notoriously tricky because they often don’t follow a direct translation from regional languages. Prepositions in, on, and at are among the most confusing parts of English

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Why Indian Learners Struggle with the ‘Th’ and ‘S’ Sounds (and How to Fix It)

TL;DR: Many Indian learners struggle with the “Th” (/θ/, /ð/) and “S/Sh” (/s/, /ʃ/) sounds because these sounds do not exist in most Indian languages. As a result, words like “think” may sound like “tink” and “sip” may sound like “ship.” The key to improvement is learning the correct tongue placement—for example, gently placing the

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10 Powerful Action Verbs to Supercharge Your Resume in 2026

TL;DR : This article discusses 10 powerful ATS-friendly action verbs to use in a resume to make it outstanding.  Read time: 3 min Remember the “six-second rule”, a widely recognised concept. In the modern job market, your resume has roughly six seconds to make an impression on a recruiter—or even less if it’s being scanned by

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Present Perfect vs Past Simple: Why Every Learner Gets This Wrong

If you find yourself constantly debating whether to say “I have seen that movie” or “I saw that movie,” you are not alone. This is arguably the most confusing distinction in English grammar for non-native speakers. After reading this article, you’ll understand the distinction between the present perfect vs past simple. You’ll also be able

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Since vs. For: The Definitive Guide to Measuring Time in English

If there is one grammar rule that separates intermediate learners from advanced speakers, it is the correct use of Since and For. In the Indian context, these two words are often translated similarly in regional languages, leading to the very common mistake: “I am working here since five years.” At 99Learners, we want to help

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Micro-Learning: How to Build a 15-Minute Daily English Habit That Actually Works

In the fast-paced world of 2026, the biggest barrier to mastering English isn’t a lack of resources—it’s a lack of time. Many learners at 99Learners tell us they wait for a free “two-hour block” to study, but that block never comes. The secret to fluency isn’t intensity; it’s consistency. Enter Micro-Learning: a science-backed method of

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100 Common English Mistakes Made by Indian Learners (and How to Fix Them)

For many Indian learners, English is a second or even third language. Because we often think in our mother tongue and then translate those thoughts into English, we develop unique habits known as “Indianisms” (Indian English Usage). While these are perfectly understood within India, they can lead to lower scores in competitive exams and confusion

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