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  1. How should I use the "in-", "im-", "il-", and "ir-" prefixes?

    Consider the following words: impossible; incorrect; impatient; illegal; irregular; The meaning of the prefixes is the same (negation the adverb), but they are still different prefixes....

  2. "I'm in" meaning? - English Language Learners Stack Exchange

    Jul 4, 2018 · The expression "I'm in" or "count me in" mean that you wish to be included in a proposed activity. For example: "I'm going to the bar. Anyone else coming?" "Count me in!" I …

  3. "Hello, This is" vs "My Name is" or "I am" in self introduction

    Dec 1, 2017 · I am from India and not a native English speaker. I do often hear people introducing themselves like "Hello everyone; This is James" Is it an acceptable form in native English? …

  4. prefixes - When to use un-, im-, or in-? - English Language

    Jul 12, 2018 · Prefixes in-, im-, ir-, il- are all forms of the same thing, which to use depends on the beginning of the following word. Of course un- is different.

  5. Does the phrase "who's in?" or "I'm in!" exist in (informal) English?

    The phrase "Who's in?" does exist in very informal English, at least in American English. It is equivalent to saying "Who wants to participate in X with me?" It is not used very often, at least …

  6. "I'm in!" -too casual? - English Language Learners Stack Exchange

    Jul 2, 2016 · When you are invited to the party from your boss and would like to join, is it appropriate to say "I'm in"? Does it sound too casual in a business setting? I'd like to know …

  7. Other ways to say "I'm rooting for you?" - English Language

    Aug 4, 2011 · In Australia and New Zealand, you could say "I'm having sex for you". That's what rooting means there.

  8. What is the difference between "I'm not something" and "I'm no ...

    Mar 27, 2023 · Both the sentences "I'm no Jedi" and "I am not a Jedi" are correct English. The first form is often used as emphasis, sort of like saying "I'm certainly not a Jedi". However, you are …

  9. I gonna vs. I'm gonna - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange

    I really don't think it's possible to have a proper discussion, especially around why, when it comes to informality like this (or semi-slang). The only reason that we have gonna (as far as I can …

  10. meaning - The im- prefix in the word immigrate - English …

    Mar 12, 2016 · So I know that, generally speaking, the prefix "im-" means "not" or "the opposite of" which is fine in words like immobile, impolite, impossible etc. However, while helping my …