Language Tips

"Do" vs. "Make": What's the Difference? [Updated]

You are probably used to using both “do” and “make” very often, but you may not know how many different...

5 English Words That Come From China

English words come from a lot of different languages, such as Greek, Latin and French. Today, let’s learn about five...

5 Ways to Use “Make It” Like a Native English Speaker

Here, Shreya apologizes for not being able to go to Peter’s party. But why does she use “make it” instead...

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...

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...

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....

"Both," "Either," and "Neither": What's the Difference?

A lot of learners know about the words "both," "either," and "neither" from English grammar lessons, but do not totally...