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5 Ways That Violet is Different from Purple

Have you ever seen someone use the word "violet" and wondered what makes it different from purple? Today, let's learn...

How to Politely Say “No” When You’re Asked If You Have Any Questions

Knowing how to speak politely is an important part of learning any language, and there are a lot of different...

What 'Grammatical Range and Accuracy' Mean on the IELTS Speaking Test

Grammar is important to doing well on any standardized test, including IELTS. In fact, grammar – or what IELTS calls...

How to Talk About Santa Claus

With the holiday season here, you may have seen Santa Claus in shopping areas and perhaps on TV. You probably...

3 English Phrases You Should Not Use With Your Boss

When you talk to your boss, you probably try your best to be polite. The problem is that some of...

5 Easy Tips for Making Small Talk in English

Small talk is one of the most common types of conversation you’ll have in English. It can happen in almost...

Why Native English Speakers Say "Have" When They Mean "Eat"

Has a waiter ever asked you “What will you have to drink?” Or have you ever heard a native English...

English Weather Expressions That Are Not About the Weather

By now, you have probably learned a lot of English weather vocabulary, such as “rain,” “wind,” “snow,” and so on....

3 Easy Steps for Calling in Sick in English

A survey from 2021 revealed that a majority of Americans feel stressed about calling in sick to work. So if...

Announcing the Winners of Engoo's 2022 Halloween Costume Contest

This past Halloween, we hosted our second ever Halloween Costume Contest for our tutors. Today, we're happy to announce our...

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