This page is intended to be a resource for English learners and teachers. You can practice answering these present simple discussion...

You go to work and your English-speaking colleague, Ryan, approaches you in the hallway. He gets closer, smiles politely, and says "Hey."...

Recommended level: Intermediate Quick reference "So" and "such" are most often used as intensifiers. "So" is stronger than "very." "So"...

When someone gives you something or does something nice for you, it is polite to say "Thank you." We show gratitude because people do not...

Recommended level: Beginner / Intermediate Learning how to use prepositions correctly in a second language can be a challenge. How we use...

Recommended level: Upper intermediate Much of the information in this post is paraphrased from 300 Practical English Words and Phrases....

Recommended level: Upper intermediate You have probably heard the word "though" in English shows and movies. It is a common contrast word...

"Sure" is a very useful word to have in your English vocabulary. Depending on the situation, it can be used to say "yes," "certainly,"...

Recommended level: Upper intermediate Quick reference "Anyway" has four main functions: Changing the focus or topic of a conversation...

Learning common word combinations in an essential part of becoming confident and fluent in any language. By mastering the short phrases...

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Audio Phrasal verbs are an essential part of English vocabulary. It is almost impossible to listen to an English conversation and not...

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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...

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...

Improve your English immediately and easily with this video. Learn these 30 short, very common imperatives (commands). Whether you’re at...

It's natural to use the same vocabulary again and again when you're learning a new language, or even when you're a native speaker of that...

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