Many English words are shortened in conversation, especially in casual settings. This list is intended to help you understand and use...

Most phrasal verbs are idiomatic. However, there are many phrasal verbs whose meaning does not change regardless of their adverbial or...

Idioms are very common in workplace conversations. Whether you are speaking to a colleague, an employee, or a manager, there is a very...

Are you ready to explore and increase your English vocabulary? Make sure to free up 10 to 20 minutes for this, and write your own...

Phrasal verbs are one of the most important parts of English vocabulary. They are usually idiomatic, and it can take a long time for...

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A single word can change the meaning and usage of a phrase. This is the case with "in the end" and "at the end." Let's look at the...

Memorizing short, set phrases is one of the best ways to grow your vocabulary and your language toolbox when studying a second language....

There are so many phrasal verbs that sometimes it's difficult to know where and how to start learning them. To help with this problem,...

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Why should you learn idioms? Because they’re everywhere! Often, they are one of the final parts of language that students must learn to...

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In my latest video, I give you practical examples of a high-frequency phrasal verb. Practice sentences like "Give me back my phone," "I...

"Take care of" is a common English phrasal verb that can be used in a number of ways. Read on to see if you know all three. 1. to be...

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This dialogue series is intended to help students see English in context. While studying aspects of language individually is helpful, it...

Idioms are frequently used in the workplace. Whether you're discussing your job, your co-workers, or your boss, idiomatic language is...

Phrasal verbs are tough. Some are transitive, and some are intransitive. Some are separable, and some are inseparable. Some must be...

This post is meant to help you practice some common questions and statements related to your job. If you have any feedback about the...

This dialogue series is intended to help students see English in context. While studying aspects of language individually is helpful, it...