How to Use “So am I” and “So do I” like a Native Speaker
“So do I.” “So have I.” “So am I.” You’ve probably heard these phrases before. Native speakers use them a lot in conversation. But what do they mean? And how do they differ from “Me...
Language Tips
Still Saying “I Think”? Try One of These Phrases Instead
You’ve probably noticed that native speakers use a variety of phrases to express their thoughts – definitely a lot more than “I think” and “in my opinion.” Today, we’ll go through five common alternatives and explain...
What “K” and “M” Mean on Social Media
Have you ever noticed that English social media sites tend to have random letters of the alphabet floating around? For example, at the time of writing: This tweet has 11.6 “K” likes. CNN International’s Twitter...
English Phrases to Say When Someone is Sick
Do you have a friend or coworker who’s sick, injured, or looks like they might be coming down with something? Well, whether you want to … ask about their condition wish them a fast recovery...
When English Speakers Actually Say “Whom”
“Whom.” It’s one of those things you learned in English class but rarely hear in real life. Yet, just when you least expect it, “whom” appears out of nowhere. When and why do people say...
Old English Acronyms That Are Still Popular Today
Did you know that the acronym “OMG” is actually over 100 years old? English-speakers use tons of abbreviations and acronyms in everyday life, and many have a longer history than you’d think. Here are five...
Bored or Boring? Never Confuse Them Again With This Trick
Many learners confuse words like: “boring” and “bored” “exciting” and “excited” “annoying” and “annoyed” The truth is, there’s a very easy way to remember the difference between -ED and -ING words. Just think of the...
5 Tips on Saying “No” To Invitations in the Nicest Way Possible
An English-speaking friend has just invited you to a picnic. Or a birthday party. Or a wedding. But unfortunately, you can’t go or just aren’t interested. What do you say? Many English language learners might...
How to Answer ‘How are you?’ Like a Native English Speaker
“How are you?” This question is the start of so many English conversations and also a source of confusion for just as many English language learners. We would know, because our students often ask us,...
The Ultimate Guide to Using “Can” And “Be Able To”
There are three ways “can” and “be able to” differ. They mean slightly different things. One is used more in formal English. One is more flexible grammatically. This post will go over each of these...
