Cindy

Cindy is a language-loving American writer for the Engram blog. Her love for languages, including her first language English, is what drives her when she writes and translates for a living.

Concave vs. Convex

Although the two words concave and convex look similar, they have opposite meanings. An object that is concave has a surface that curves inward. Meanwhile, an object that is convex has a surface that protrudes outward.

Breathe vs. Breath

The key difference between the words breathe and breath is that breathe is a verb, while breath is a noun.

Every Day vs. Everyday

Everyday (without the space) is actually an adjective that describes the noun that follows. For example, "You could have an everyday routine and face everyday problems." Everyday is describing the nouns routine and problems here.

Of vs. For

Some of the main uses of for is to express for the sake of, for the purpose of, or on behalf of. It would be strange to say Noah is replacing the wheel for the sake of the car because the car is not a living, breathing organism that would appreciate the new wheel.

How to Write a Research Paper, Essay, or Thesis

Every paper, whether it is a normal research paper, thesis, or dissertation, has a main argument. A paper is built on its main argument and backed up with supporting claims and evidence.

How to Get a Job After Graduation for International Students

If you are an international student looking to find a job in the US after graduation, there are some extra concerns you may have that a local job seeker would not, the largest of which would include how to obtain a visa and how to compete with US citizens for jobs.

How to Write a Job Application Emails (With Samples)

Sending an email for a job application can be daunting, especially when you want to look perfect for the company you’re applying to. We want to make the job easier for you by providing you with these key tips.

How to Write a Good Cover Letter

Are cover letters necessary? Some hiring managers do not even consider a candidate if he, she, or they did not send in a cover letter with their resume.

How to Write a Good Resume

When applying for jobs, internships, and even some schools in the US, you will be required to submit a resume or CV. As the single most important document for job seekers, a resume can be difficult to perfect.