Language Tips

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...

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...

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...

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...

Ask These Simple Questions To Keep a Conversation Going

Have you ever wondered how you could keep a conversation going? Or what you could do to move one beyond...

Need Someone to Check Your English Writing? 5 Sites That'll Do This For Free

Have you ever needed someone to correct your writing, but didn’t know who to ask for help? Well, luckily, there...