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Kelly Higgins-Devine
Verified
Presenter, ABC Brisbane
Brisbane
Beats
politics national and international affairsbusiness news (specialising in economics reporting)
Technology, economy, bussiness, start-ups, fashion, showbiz
Content
By Kelly Higgins-Devine Verified| Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) Verified Did you know that verbs aren’t just single words? Some verbs come in sets of two or three words. They call these phrasal verbs. There are THOUSANDS in the English language and you will likely use them more often than you realise! Although we are told in school not to use 'get', it is hugely common. In fact! 'Get' is the 6th most common verb in English, for example, 'get up', 'get in' and 'get through' are all phrasal verbs.
By Kelly Higgins-Devine Verified| Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) Verified English is the most widely-spoken language in the world, having the distinct status of being the official language of multiple countries. However, there are many varieties of the language with different accents and dialects, all diverse and beautiful. There is also a tendency for people to mix English with their local lingo to form a hybrid variety of English language that is as colourful as the culture in that country.
By Kelly Higgins-Devine Verified| Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) Verified Did you know that verbs aren’t just single words? Some verbs come in sets of two or three words. They call these phrasal verbs. There are THOUSANDS in the English language and you will likely use them more often than you realise! Although we are told in school not to use 'get', it is hugely common. In fact! 'Get' is the 6th most common verb in English, for example, 'get up', 'get in' and 'get through' are all phrasal verbs.
Company Info
ABC Brisbane
The Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) is Australia's national public broadcaster, established on July 1, 1932. Initially modeled after the BBC, it was renamed in 1983 to reflect its expanded multimedia role. The ABC is funded primarily by government grants and operates as a statutory corporation governed by an independent board, ensuring editorial independence. ABC provides a wide range of services, including radio, television, and digital content. It operates several radio stations, including ABC Local Radio and Radio National, and launched its television services in 1956. The ABC also offers online streaming through platforms like ABC iview and produces podcasts. It has a strong focus on news and current affairs, maintaining international bureaus and providing parliamentary broadcasts since 1946. The ABC is dedicated to promoting Australian arts and culture and serves all Australians with a commitment to accessibility and diversity.
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Founded: 1932