Instagram is constantly adding new interactive features that make the platform fun to use. It is also the perfect platform for learning English. For example, take a look at one of our latest posts: Come Up vs Come Up With. Do you the difference? Swipe to get the answer and an audio lesson. . If SOMETHING HAS […]
Like football? Learning English? If so, here are 19 football phrases and idioms related to the FIFA World Cup 2018 and football in general. This will improve your football-related vocabulary and you’ll also learn some important grammar. Let’s get started! (Note: In certain countries, it’s called soccer. But for this lesson, we’ll call it football.) […]
The second conditional is a fun conditional to use. Unlike the first conditional, it is used to talk about hypothetical (unreal) situations. This article (and video lesson) will explain how it is used and will give you plenty of examples so that you can understand it. You’ll also get an explanation on how it differs […]
In this lesson, I give an example of how I used the first conditional, explain how to use it, give more examples, and then compare it to the second conditional. How to Use the First Conditional in English (Form) In the example I gave, I said the following: “The problem is: it might rain. So, […]
I often get asked: “How long will it take me to become fluent in English?” Find out the answer here and learn how you can speed up that process! The Three Things that Matter How long it takes you to become fluent in English (having a C1 level) depends on the following: Your current level How […]
Ready to learn KEY phrases that will help you describe charts, graphs, and trends in English? Watch the video lesson and then learn the phrases below! KEY PHRASES FROM THIS LESSON When describing an uptrend (see image), we can use go up, increase, or rise. from September 2016 to April 2017, the price of Bitcoin rose […]
If you have taken any type of English grammar course, then I’m sure you’ll know about the zero, first, second, and third conditionals. However, did you also know that there are mixed conditionals in English too? Watch this lesson to learn how to use mixed conditionals as they are really useful for everyday English conversation. […]
This is a fun English lesson that gives you phrases that you’ll hear people say on Thanksgiving Day and on Black Friday. Hope you enjoy it! How long will this take? We’re using the verb take to talk about duration. You can use either will, going to, or the present simple. it takes me ten […]
In this English conversation, you are going to learn words and phrases related to the topic of sleep. We talk at our normal speed and this is a great way to practice your listening. If it’s too difficult, turn on the subtitles. And be sure to watch it twice! There are so many words and […]
In this English lesson, you’re going to learn five phrases/expressions in British English. These are commonly used so you’re learning English you need to know. #1: I’M KNACKERED Use this when you feel really tired. Notice the way I say this and the emphasis I give it? Practice it! Use this method to do it […]