
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
Are You Using The Wrong Contractions in Formal Communications?
Did you know there are two kinds of contractions in English? We have formal contractions, which are fine for both...
How To Properly Learn English Slang (Warning Included)
“I saw a picture of my newborn niece and almost died.” “I killed it at my final exam!” No need...
How To Get (Free!) Speaking Practice with Just a Smartphone
It can be difficult to practice English if there aren’t any native speakers around. But these days, that’s no excuse!...
Let's Play!
Games are a fun and effective way to learn English. Today, we’ll introduce a game suitable for all ages, that...
3 Reasons To Try Online Tutoring
We all know the benefits of language tutoring: more attention from the tutor, more corrections, and the ability to study...
The Ultimate Guide to Finding the Perfect Online English Teacher for Kids
With all the choices out there, it can be difficult to find the perfect online English teacher for your child....
Learn Korean to Understand K-Pop, Travel to Korea, Get a Job, and More!
Whether you’re looking to improve career prospects or sing K-pop in the shower, Korean is a useful language to learn!...
How to Start Reading in English
For those of us who like reading, it can be discouraging to learn a new language and not be able...
How To Turn Facebook and Instagram Into Free English Practice Tools
Did you know that the average internet user spends over two hours a day on social media sites like Facebook...
How Good Does Your English Need to Be to Get into a University Abroad?
There are many reasons to study at a university abroad. It might be your ticket to working in a different...
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...
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,...
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? ...
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...
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...