I'm a native English speaker. Why do I still study for the IELTS?
By Hina, October 31 2020
Thinking of taking the IELTS? So am I. Remember to study for it—even if you're a native speaker!
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The simple difference between GET and BECOME
By Jeremy, October 24 2020
Many non-native English speakers make a mistake choosing between get or become, but there is a simple rule you can follow.
Understanding humor - the difference between British & American
By Jeremy, October 17 2020
Have you ever seen comedy from another culture and wondered, why is this considered funny? Believe it or not, this even happens to English speakers from different countries.
The musical secret of intonation
By Diane, October 10 2020
Intonation is sometimes described as the music of language. Without it, our voices are flat and lifeless, but with it, even simple language can be funny, memorable or moving.
Native speakers don't say recommend YOU to
By Jeremy, October 03 2020
Do you say, "I recommend you to..."? If you do, then you should read this simple guide to using recommend.
3 clever consulting phrases for negative feedback
By Jeremy, September 26 2020
Giving negative feedback is hard. This post will make it a little easier by introducing three phrases you can use to give feedback while still showing respect for their effort.
What's the difference between"IN an hour" and "an hour LATER"?
By Jeremy, September 19 2020
A lot of people misuse in and later. Are you one of them?
Pronunciation advice: start with your ear, not your mouth
By Kara, September 12 2020
Some pronunciation strategies are ineffective. But, by using the right strategy, you can sound much more like a native speaker.
Common mistakes: Use "speak" correctly and impressively
By Di, September 05 2020
"Speak", "say", "talk" and "tell" all mean giving voice to words, but each is used differently. In this blog, find out how and when to use the verb "speak" correctly.
Describing amounts with "enough" and "too"
By Di, August 29 2020
The words enough and too are easy to understand, but many students fail to use them correctly. Or, even if they are correct, they may be unnatural. I've heard too many mistakes, and I've had enough! It's time to master too and enough.
Idioms: All ears
By Di, August 22 2020
Prick up your ears for these 10 idioms using the word "ear"!
We mostly remember beginnings and endings, which is a problem
By Jeremy, August 15 2020
When you speak, how much does the audience remember, and which parts do they remember? The answer may help you re-think how to be an impressive communicator.