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Alex
Jul 18, 20221 min read
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...
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Alex
Jul 11, 20223 min read
"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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Alex
Jun 8, 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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Alex
Jun 6, 20225 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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Alex
Jun 3, 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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Alex
May 30, 20224 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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Alex
May 27, 20221 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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Alex
May 26, 20223 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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Alex
May 23, 20224 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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Alex
May 20, 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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Alex
May 17, 20222 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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Alex
May 16, 20221 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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Alex
Apr 10, 20222 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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Alex
Mar 28, 20221 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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Alex
Mar 17, 20221 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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Alex
Feb 21, 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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Alex
Jan 4, 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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Alex
Nov 26, 20212 min read
5 Idioms to Give Advice
We could all use a little advice sometimes. If you would like to help your friends, or if you would like to increase your understanding...
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Alex
Nov 22, 20211 min read
Video: 3 Common Idioms for Appearance
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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Alex
Oct 12, 20211 min read
Video: 30 Common Commands
Improve your English immediately and easily with this video. Learn these 30 short, very common imperatives (commands). Whether you’re at...
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