Sushi is not "raw fish"
By Jeremy, February 20 2021
Communicating in English means you have to communicate not only in a new language, but also across a culture. That means more than just translating words and phrases.
Common mistakes
When to say ANY and EVERY
By Jin, February 14 2021
At first glance, sentences like, "Anyone can try it" and, "Everyone can try it" seem to mean the same thing. What's the difference?
Worth it or deserve it?
By Pamela, February 06 2021
You’ve probably heard your teachers say, “Keep studying, it will be worth it in the long run!” Or, “Congratulations, you deserve it!” But what do these expressions really mean, and how can you use them in your own life?
"Sorry to" is not an apology
By Jeremy, January 09 2021
There is a good chance you've said or heard someone say, "Sorry to be late!" But that's a mistake. Using sorry to + verb is not for an apology. It's used to express sympathy for an action you will do or are doing.
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.
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.
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?
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.
Common mistakes: Say or talk?
By Di, July 11 2020
"Say" and "Talk" are often confused, but they mean different things, and we use different grammar for each one. If you want to know how to use them correctly every time, check out this blog!
Guide to using many, much and a lot
By Di, June 13 2020
Should you say, "There is much rain in Paris"? What about "How many If you don't know why that's unnatural, then read on.