Listen "Grammar in Context: More About Passives"
Episode Synopsis
Levels: Intermediate +
When describing a process, we focus more on what is done than on who does it. For this reason, the passive is commonly used. It is also possible to mention what actions people or things perform in a process as well as focusing on the action itself, so there is a mixture of active and passive.
Listen to two recordings where both structures can be found. Enjoy!
When describing a process, we focus more on what is done than on who does it. For this reason, the passive is commonly used. It is also possible to mention what actions people or things perform in a process as well as focusing on the action itself, so there is a mixture of active and passive.
Listen to two recordings where both structures can be found. Enjoy!
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