
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...
English Vocabulary for Protests and Demonstrations
How to Tell Someone You Support Them in English [Updated]
"Keep Your Shirt On!" English Idioms Based on Clothing
A Guide to Asking for and Giving Permission in English
10 Polite Ways to Ask People to Repeat Themselves
Whether you’re talking to a friend, having a business meeting, or taking an online English lesson, there will be times...
How to Say “My Internet Isn’t Working!” in English
You’ve probably been in a situation where you’re talking to someone online and all of a sudden their video freezes,...
Best Ways to Express Your Opinion Without Saying “I”
Did you know that you can say “I think” without using the pronoun “I”? Doing so can actually help you...
When Not to Use "Whom" – Even in Formal Situations
As far as I'm concerned, 'whom' is a word that was invented to make everyone sound like a butler. American...
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? ...
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...
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...
7 Ways to Politely Apologize for a Late Reply in English
Have you ever wanted to apologize for replying late to an email? Here are seven ways to do that in...
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? ...
10 Ways to Politely Ask for Clarification in English
Whether you're meeting with a foreign client, seeing a doctor, or taking an online English lesson, there will be times...
Caught a Cold or Flu? How to Talk About This in English
It's that time of year again when everyone seems to be catching a cold – or worse, the flu. We...
How to Wish Someone the Best Birthday Ever [Updated]
Greeting messages can be hard to write, and birthday wishes are no exception. To help English learners write the best...
Focus on Fluency: Top 15 Textbooks To Help You Speak English
Choosing what textbook to use is a difficult decision. And if you want to improve your fluency, it gets even...
"Could You" vs "Would You": What's the Difference?
As one of the largest online learning platforms, we get asked a lot of questions about English grammar. Today we’ll...
10 Polite Ways to Ask People to Repeat Themselves
Whether you’re talking to a friend, having a business meeting, or taking an online English lesson, there will be times...
How to Say “My Internet Isn’t Working!” in English
You’ve probably been in a situation where you’re talking to someone online and all of a sudden their video freezes,...
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”...