Show Notes
🎧 Have you ever felt confused about when to use commas with "who" or "which"? Do you worry that a tiny comma might completely change the meaning of your English sentences? You are not alone, and it is actually much simpler than it looks.
🌍 By the end of this episode, you will confidently know when to use "that" instead of "which," and how to use commas perfectly to sound natural and clear.
⏱️ Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to relative clauses using everyday examples to show why they matter. 05:30 The core difference between defining and non-defining clauses, and the simple 'extra information' rule. 12:02 The comma secret and why we can never use 'that' after a comma in non-defining clauses. 18:52 Common learner mistakes and a quick interactive quiz to practice what we learned.
✅ What you’ll learn: • The real difference between defining and non-defining clauses 🧐 • Why a single comma can change your whole story ✍️ • The simple trick to know if you can use "that" 💡 • Common mistakes to avoid in daily conversations ❌ • Real-world examples from everyday life 💬
💡 Practice tip: Try writing one sentence about your best friend using commas, and one without, to see how the meaning changes.
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🗣️ Which of these two types of clauses do you find more difficult to use? 👇
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