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Reported Speech

Direct and Indirect Speech: Useful Rules and Examples

August 17, 2023March 23, 2019 by English Tutor
Direct and Indirect Speech: Useful Rules and Examples 1

Are you having trouble understanding the difference between direct and indirect speech? Direct speech is when you quote someone’s exact words, while indirect speech is when you report what someone said without using their exact words. This can be a tricky concept to grasp, but with a little practice, you’ll be able to use both … Read more

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