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Hi.When we want to write in a piece of paper we need sth to put it under the paper so we can write, that can be a book, notebook or anything else.Ex. Give me a piece of paper, a pen and that book so I can put the book under my paper and start writing. What do we call that book that is solely used for putting under our paper to create a firm surface for writing.Ex. Give me a - - - - - - , I want to write a letter.I hope I was able to convey what I intend.Thanks

Philip · Accepted Answer

Your intention is very clear.

I know of no particular word, but one of the following would convey your message: hard surface, support, (or something specific as you have already mentioned).

Clive · Answer

Hi,

I'd say 'something to lean on'.

Clive

CalifJim · Answer

Lean on? Is that Canadian?

CJ

Clive · Answer

Hi,

No. I've said that all my life. I'm amazed that you don't. Live and learn!

What would you say instead?

Clive

Clive · Answer

PS -

Maybe it's just a British thing.

glosquakers.org/images/June_11_post…

The cost for the day will be £10 to include coffee/tea.
Please bring simple food to share.
Please bring writing materials and something to lean on (clip-board or equivalent.)

http://www.teachingenglish.org.uk/language-assistant/teaching-tips/a-multi-level-writing-class-0

Tell the class that they are going to write about you and they need to find out as much information as possible for their piece of writing. The groups work together to prepare questions for you on the strips of paper. You should sit in the middle of the groups and have something to lean on. Tell the class you will answer their questions by writing your reply on the strip of paper if their questions are written correctly.

CalifJim · Answer

CliveWhat would you say instead?

Something inane, no doubt. I would be tongue-tied.

It's just that I think of leaning my whole body against a wall, shoulder touching the wall, when I think "lean on". It would never occur to me in the context of finding a firm surface on which to write.

CJ

CalifJim · Answer

ClivePS -
Maybe it's just a British thing.

glosquakers.org/images/June_11_post…
The cost for the day will be £10 to include coffee/tea.Please bring simple food to share.Please bring writing materials and something to lean on (clip-board or equivalent.)

http://www.teachingenglish.org.uk/language-assistant/teaching-tips/a-multi-level-writing-class-0
Tell the class that they are going to write about you and they need to find out as much information as possible for their piece of writing. The groups work together to prepare questions for you on the strips of paper. You should sit in the middle of the groups and have something to lean on. Tell the class you will answer their questions by writing your reply on the strip of paper if their questions are written correctly.

OMG! I've learned something completely new today. Thank you!

I have never heard "lean on" in that context in my life - until now.

CJ

Clive · Answer

Total confusion on all sides! Is this a great language or what?

Hrsanei · Answer

Thanks Clive. Thanks Jim. Your discussion was fruitful.

Hrsanei · Answer

BTW, what about the use of support that Mr. Philip mentioned?

Is it common to say: Hand me a piece of paper, a pen and a support to write on.

Thanks for your time and help

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