The speaker is discussing English grammar, specifically the present simple tense and how to form statements, negations, and questions. They emphasize the importance of using correct verb forms and prepositions, and provide examples to illustrate these concepts. The speaker also notes that even intermediate-level students make mistakes with these concepts and encourages listeners to practice and review to achieve automaticity.
Key points discussed include:
* Forming statements in the present simple tense by adding -s or -es to the verb
* Forming negations by adding "do not" or "does not" before the verb
* Forming questions by reversing the order of the subject and verb
* Using prepositions correctly, such as "to" and "from"
* Common mistakes made by intermediate-level students
The speaker also mentions that they will be giving a test on these concepts and encourages listeners to review and practice to prepare.
Here are the key facts from the text:
1. The channel is called English by playlists.
2. The channel was created to watch English lessons conveniently and systematically.
3. The present simple tense is also written as present simple tenses.
4. The present simple tense is translated as "time".
5. The present simple tense is obtained by adding "s" or "es" to the verb.
6. Verbs ending in "y" change to "ies" in the present simple tense.
7. Some verbs are irregular and do not follow the usual rules.
8. Prepositions are often used with verbs in English.
9. Negation in English is formed by adding "not" or "n't" to the verb.
10. Questions in English are formed by adding "do" or "does" to the verb.
11. Some verbs are not used in the present simple tense, such as "to be" and "to have".
12. The channel has a playlist called English to Automaticity Full Course.
13. The channel has a test planned, covering lessons 5-10.
14. The test will not include material from the first lessons, but rather phrases and expressions.
15. The channel has a plan to repeat three lessons before the test.
16. The present simple tense is used to describe habits, routines, and general truths.
17. The verb "to have" is often used in the present simple tense to describe possession.
18. The verb "to be" is often used in the present simple tense to describe states of being.
19. The channel will analyze new vocabulary and phrases in future lessons.
20. The channel will provide explanations and examples to help viewers understand complex grammar concepts.