9 Common English Expressions from Pop Culture
What's considered popular changes very quickly, and people often forget things that used to be cool. But sometimes, things are...
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More Than Romance: 14 English Idioms Related to the Heart
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"They're," "Their" and "There": What's the Difference?
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"They're," "Their" and "There": What's the Difference?
Don’t be fooled by the pronunciation of “they’re,” “their” and “there.” Although they sound similar, each has specific uses and...
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6 Ways Shy Learners Can Become Fluent in English [Updated]
Different people have different strengths and weaknesses, and for some, being talkative and outgoing doesn't come naturally. But that's OK,...
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How to Use "Big" Like a Native Speaker
"Big" is probably one of the first words you learned when you began learning English. It expresses a very simple...
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Can I Learn English in One Month? [Updated]
Have you ever wondered how much time you’ll need to learn English? For example, would it be possible for you...
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The Hidden Meanings Behind English Pokémon Names [Updated]
Since its start in the 1990s, the Pokémon series has had a big influence on popular culture, including everything from...
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English Slang on Social Media
Confused by words and expressions you're seeing online or hearing fluent English speakers use? Slang changes so quickly that sometimes...
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Expressions for Rescheduling Meetings [Updated]
Wouldn't it be nice to always be on time for our appointments? Unfortunately, unexpected things happen sometimes and we aren't...
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New to Phrasal Verbs? Start Here!
One major way to improve your English ability is by mastering phrasal verbs. If you don't already know, phrasal verbs...
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Welcoming a New President: English for Inauguration Day
In the United States, a new president is chosen every four years. But while Election Day is in November, the...
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Daily News Roundup: Classic Western Literature
Looking for book recommendations? Is reading more one of your New Year's resolutions? You've come to the right place! Among...
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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...
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10 Ways to Say You’re Busy Without Being Rude [Updated]
“Busy” is a popular English word, but it isn't always used in the way that many learners think. For example,...
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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? ...
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20 Short English Quotes for Quick Motivation [Updated]
Quotes and proverbs are great tools for finding inspiration and fresh ways of looking at life. However, many well-known quotes...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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"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...
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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...
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