ADJECTIVES | -ED | -ING | English grammar and vocabulary

Summary

In this engaging lesson, Arnelle teaches the difference between adjectives ending in '-ed' and '-ing,' explaining how these adjectives describe emotions versus things. Through clear examples, such as 'bored' vs. 'boring,' 'interested' vs. 'interesting,' and more, learners understand how to accurately use these adjectives in context. The lesson includes practical sentences, common mistakes, and a mini test for reinforcement. By the end, viewers will feel confident using these special adjectives to describe both emotions and situations effectively, boosting their grammar and vocabulary skills.

Takeaways

• 😀 An adjective describes a noun, giving more detail about it (e.g., small, beautiful).
• 😀 Adjectives ending in -ed describe a person's feelings or emotions (e.g., bored, interested, frustrated).
• 😀 Adjectives ending in -ing describe the characteristics or qualities of things or situations (e.g., boring, interesting, frustrating).
• 😀 'Interested' and 'interesting' are not verbs; they are adjectives describing feelings vs. things.
• 😀 Using the wrong form of an adjective (e.g., 'bored' vs. 'boring') can change the meaning of a sentence.
• 😀 People can be described using -ing adjectives (e.g., 'entertaining' for a person who makes others enjoy themselves).
• 😀 The wrong adjective ending (e.g., 'excited' vs. 'exciting') can create confusion, so be careful when using them.
• 😀 When describing a person’s emotion, use the -ed form (e.g., 'stressed'), not the -ing form (e.g., 'stressful').
• 😀 A situation or event can be described with -ing adjectives (e.g., 'stressful' for a challenging situation).
• 😀 At the end of the lesson, a mini test is provided to check understanding of the -ed and -ing adjectives.

Q & A

What is an adjective?

An adjective is a word that describes a noun. For example, 'small' and 'beautiful' are adjectives describing the cup of coffee in the script.

What is the main difference between -ed and -ing adjectives?

The main difference is that -ed adjectives describe a person's emotion or feeling, while -ing adjectives describe the thing that causes the emotion. For example, 'bored' (emotion) vs. 'boring' (thing causing the emotion).

Can -ed and -ing adjectives be used to describe people?

Yes, -ed and -ing adjectives can both describe people. For instance, a person can be described as 'interesting' (giving the feeling) or 'entertaining' (making others feel amused).

How can the wrong use of -ed and -ing adjectives affect the meaning of a sentence?

Using the wrong form can lead to confusion or incorrect interpretations. For example, 'The volcano was excited' doesn't make sense, but 'The volcano was exciting' conveys the correct meaning of the volcano causing excitement.

What does the adjective 'devastating' describe?

The adjective 'devastating' describes a situation that causes extreme emotional or physical damage, such as the impact of a death in a family.

How do 'bored' and 'boring' differ in meaning?

'Bored' describes a person's feeling, while 'boring' describes the thing or activity that caused that feeling. For example, 'He was bored at the museum' vs. 'The museum was boring.'

What is the correct way to describe a person who is feeling stressed due to their job?

The correct form is 'stressed,' not 'stressful.' For example, 'I am stressed because of my job.' 'Stressful' describes the situation, not the emotion.

What is the difference between 'disappointed' and 'disappointing'?

'Disappointed' describes the emotion of a person, while 'disappointing' describes the thing or event that causes that emotion. For example, 'He was disappointed with the low attendance' vs. 'The event was disappointing.'

Can we use 'interesting' and 'interested' to describe the same thing?

No, 'interesting' describes something that causes interest, while 'interested' describes a person who feels interest. For example, 'This book is interesting' vs. 'I am interested in this book.'

What is the correct adjective form to describe a situation that is overwhelming?

The correct adjective is 'overwhelming' to describe a situation, while 'overwhelmed' describes the feeling of the person experiencing it. For example, 'I feel overwhelmed by my responsibilities' vs. 'The workload is overwhelming.'