Beginner English: 10 most frequent English preposition mistakes (AUDIO, GIFs, and practice included)
Recommended level: Beginner / Intermediate Learning how to use prepositions correctly in a second language can be a challenge. How we use...
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"How about" vs. "What about": How and when to use them (Audio, pictures, and practice included)
Recommended level: Upper intermediate Much of the information in this post is paraphrased from 300 Practical English Words and Phrases....
"Assure" vs. "Reassure": What they mean and when to use them (practice questions included)
Recommended level: Upper intermediate Quick reference Both "assure" and "reassure" are transitive verbs that are used for instilling...
How to use "THOUGH" in English conversation (practice questions and AUDIO reading included)
Recommended level: Upper intermediate You have probably heard the word "though" in English shows and movies. It is a common contrast word...
engVid: 5 "SURE" Phrases (5-minute English with EXPANDED EXPLANATION)
"Sure" is a very useful word to have in your English vocabulary. Depending on the situation, it can be used to say "yes," "certainly,"...
How to Use "Anyway" in English Conversation (Audio Reading and Practice Questions Included)
Recommended level: Upper intermediate Quick reference "Anyway" has four main functions: Changing the focus or topic of a conversation...
10 prepositional phrases you should know (at the same time, by accident, and more) (AUDIO included)
Recommended level: Intermediate Note: All of the phrases below are taken from 300 Practical English Words and Phrases. Prepositions are...
What English students are saying about 300 Practical English Words and Phrases!
English learners are the best advocates for English learning resources. I can tell you again and again why 300 Practical English Words...
What does "NGL" mean? (Internet slang) (audio reading included)
Language is democratic. This is one of its most enduring characteristics: People get to decide what is and is not accepted in spoken and...
The difference between "used to," "be used to," and "get used to" (English grammar and vocabulary)
Recommended level: Upper intermediate. Watch the video related to this resource, and do the quiz to test your understanding. QUICK...
4 common English phrases that use the word FOR (for sure, for the most part, and more!)
Learning common word combinations in an essential part of becoming confident and fluent in any language. By mastering the short phrases...
300 Practical English Words and Phrases is AVAILABLE NOW! (personal audio story included)
Scroll to the bottom of this page for audio. I'm pleased to announce that you can now purchase 300 Practical English Words and Phrases...
A look INSIDE 300 Practical English Words and Phrases (Only 3 days until release!)
The day is almost here. 300 Practical English Words and Phrases will be available on Monday, August 15th. To prepare for the launch, I...
3 quick and easy PUT phrasal verbs (put on, put up, put down) with practice questions and audio
Audio Phrasal verbs are an essential part of English vocabulary. It is almost impossible to listen to an English conversation and not...
5 practical GET idioms (includes practice questions, pictures, and audio)
Audio It's no secret that get is one of the most commonly used verbs in the English language, and that it has many idiomatic uses. In...
How to use "prefer" in English ("Prefer...to" vs. "Prefer...than": a common mistake)
How do you use the word "prefer" in English? In this post, we will look at FIVE common structures, and one common mistake that some...
Talking about age in English (Correct structures and common mistakes)
One of the most common questions people ask is "How old are you?" Do you know how to answer this question in English? In this article, I...
NEW BOOK confirmed for August 15th, 2022!
Finally! I am happy to announce that the latest addition to the Practical English series, 300 Practical English Words and Phrases, will...
"On time" vs. "In time": What's the difference? (includes practice questions)
Do you always arrive on time for work, or do you sometimes arrive late? If you're in school, do you always arrive on time for class? What...
35 English words that are shortened in conversation (video included)
Many English words are shortened in conversation, especially in casual settings. This list is intended to help you understand and use...
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