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7 English Expressions for Making Demands Politely

Do you know the verb "insist"? It means "to demand something without accepting refusal." Insisting might seem rude, but it...

"Almost" and "Almost All": What's the Difference?

Many English learners often get "almost" and "almost all" confused. But using one when the other is appropriate can cause...

How to Talk About Hot Weather in English

"It's hot!" You can use this simple phrase to describe the weather when the temperature goes up in the summertime....

Topic Focus: The Power of Letters

Much English communication doesn't come from words but from simple letters — sometimes alone, sometimes in small combinations. Here on the...

"On the Other Hand ..." Phrases for Making Comparisons

Words like "but" and "however" are useful for making comparisons. But always using the same one or two words can...

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs with "Tell"

This article is a continuation of our series on phrasal verbs, and this time, we're focusing on the different ways...

Daily News Lesson Roundup: Lessons for Book Lovers

Books are a gateway into different worlds, different lives and different perspectives. But they can also be great language study...

How to Be Vague in English

Why would you ever want to not give complete information? Well, maybe because the information is sensitive or private. Or...

18 Ways to Respond in a Conversation Besides "Uh-Huh"

When you’re having a conversation, how do you show your partner that you’re listening? People often make special sounds (“Uh-huh”...

Topic Focus: Super English Words

Some English words are used so much that native speakers don't realize how often they say them. Some, such as...