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"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...

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Jul 11, 20223 min read


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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Jun 8, 20223 min read


10 English Grammar Mistakes that are Accepted in Casual Speech (Video and Practice Quiz Included)
Click here for related video lesson and practice quiz. We all make mistakes when we speak. Sometimes, these mistakes become part of...

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Jun 6, 20225 min read


20 redundant phrasal verbs (clean up, sit down, etc.)
Most phrasal verbs are idiomatic. However, there are many phrasal verbs whose meaning does not change regardless of their adverbial or...

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Jun 3, 20225 min read


10 idioms you can use at work (with practice questions)
Idioms are very common in workplace conversations. Whether you are speaking to a colleague, an employee, or a manager, there is a very...

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May 30, 20224 min read


Say more than "good" and "bad": Using your senses to expand your vocabulary (VIDEO)
It is perfectly normal to use the words "good" and "bad" to describe our experiences and our feelings. They are useful words when we want...

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May 27, 20221 min read


20 essential English questions
Questions are an essential part of communication. They help us to get important information from others, and they open the door to...

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May 26, 20223 min read


Learn 10 "up" phrasal verbs (with practice questions)
Related video: https://www.engvid.com/10-up-phrasal-verbs/ Are you ready to explore and increase your English vocabulary? Make sure to...

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May 23, 20224 min read


3-Word Phrasal Verbs in English
Recommended level: Advanced Related resource: Video lesson and practice quiz Phrasal verbs are one of the most important parts of English...

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May 20, 20224 min read


English writing: The subtle difference between "but" and "yet" (coordinating conjunctions)
If you look online for the difference between but and yet, you are likely to find one or both of these statements: As coordinating...

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May 18, 20224 min read


Is it "between you and I" or "between you and me"?
You want to tell your friend to keep a secret. Do you say "Keep it between you and I" or "Keep it between you and me"? If you have caught...

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May 17, 20222 min read


Using Sense Verbs in English Conversation
Are you familiar with the verbs touch, feel, smell, listen, taste, and look? Do you know which ones you can follow with a preposition,...

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May 16, 20221 min read


Borrow vs. Lend: Video + EXPANDED explanation
In my latest beginner English video, I look at the difference between two very common words: borrow and lend. I also teach students how...

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Apr 10, 20222 min read


200 Practical English Idioms now available in eBook format!
I am happy to announce that 200 Practical English Idioms is finally available in eBook format on Amazon. If you have been waiting to add...

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Mar 28, 20221 min read


"In the end" vs. "At the end": What's the difference?
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...

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Mar 25, 20223 min read


Video: Positive English: 15 expressions to encourage and praise others
It's easy to be critical and judgmental of other people. Many of us criticize and judge on a regular basis. It's only human. However, it...

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Mar 17, 20221 min read


Video: 10 KEEP imperatives for daily life
Memorizing short, set phrases is one of the best ways to grow your vocabulary and your language toolbox when studying a second language....

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Feb 22, 20221 min read


5 Videos to Help You Learn Phrasal Verbs (from beginner to advanced)
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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Jan 24, 20221 min read


First Video of 2022! "Should I worry about my accent?"
Does accent really matter? If you’re trying to improve your English, you might be wondering if accent reduction is something you should...

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Jan 4, 20221 min read


Video: Learn English with 1984
”War is peace, freedom is slavery, ignorance is strength.” This is the motto of the authoritarian regime in George Orwell’s classic...

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Dec 7, 20211 min read