Language Tips

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...

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...

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...

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...

How to Answer 'How Are You?' Like a Native English Speaker

“How are you?” This question is the start of many English conversations. It's also a source of confusion for just...

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...

How to Congratulate Someone in English and Actually Mean It

Something great has happened to a friend of yours. Maybe they won a contest, are getting married, or landed a...

One Strategy That'll Make Your Conversations More Natural

You have a new coworker, but he doesn’t speak the local language, so everyone has been too scared to approach...