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Grammar
Grammar: How to use verbs of senses?
Welcome to a comprehensive guide on how to effectively use verbs of the senses—feel, hear, see, smell, and taste—in English ...
Grammar: Ellipsis and substitution
Ellipsis and substitution are indispensable tools in English grammar, enabling efficient communication by omitting repetitive elements and replacing them with ...
Grammar: Mixed conditionals
English grammar introduces a fascinating concept known as mixed conditionals, where elements of different types of conditionals are combined to ...
Grammar: Preposition collocations
Preposition collocations are keystones in the intricate structure of grammar, providing the glue that binds words and ideas together. In ...
Vocabulary
Vocabulary: Common preposition collocations
Effective communication in English often hinges on the accurate use of prepositions, especially when they form common collocations. Preposition collocations ...
Vocabulary: Common verbs of senses
Effective communication often involves articulating experiences and observations, and mastering common verbs of senses is essential for this purpose. Verbs ...
Vocabulary: Traffic
Embark on a linguistic exploration into the bustling world of traffic, where words serve as road signs guiding us through ...
Vocabulary: Finance
Embark on a linguistic voyage into the world of finance, where words become the currency of comprehension in matters of ...
Listening
Learn English: Listening – Why we say “OK”
Welcome to this new listening activity! In this lesson, you will explore the origin and significance of a ubiquitous word ...
Learn English: Listening – The secret formula to Agatha Christie’s murder mysteries
In this listening activity, Jamie Bernthal's discovers the secrets behind Agatha Christie's unrivaled crime novels in the presentation, "The secret ...
Learn English: Listening – What makes a language… a language?
In this listening activity, Martin Hilpert investigates the intricate world of language and dialects in his enlightening presentation titled "What ...
Learn English: Listening – How to get a word added to the dictionary?
In this listening activity, we begin a journey into the world of dictionaries with the intriguing presentation titled "How to ...
Reading
Reading: Causes and achievement methods of happiness
Welcome to a discovery of the various causes and methods of achieving happiness! In this reading activity, we'll delve into ...
Reading: Barack Obama biography
Welcome to an exploration of the life and legacy of Barack Obama, the 44th president of the United States. In ...
Reading: Pollution
Welcome to an investigation into the critical issue of pollution and its impacts on human health and the environment. In ...
Reading: The life and legacy of Abraham Lincoln
Welcome to an exploration of the life and legacy of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th president of the United States. In ...
Conversation
English conversation: Gaining time to think during a conversation
Reflection is a valuable skill that allows you to respond thoughtfully and precisely. However, it's sometimes necessary to gain time ...
English conversation: Expressing impatience
Knowing how to express impatience is essential for communicating your desire for something to happen quickly. In this lesson, we'll ...
English conversation: Expressing irritation
Knowing how to express irritation is important for communicating your emotions and reactions to something annoying. In this lesson, we'll ...
English conversation: Expressing disgust
Knowing how to express disgust is important for communicating your emotions and reactions to something repulsive. In this lesson, we'll ...
Dialogue
Dialogue: At the travel agency
Embark on a journey at the travel agency with this dialogue. This conversation between a traveler and a travel agent ...
Dialogue: A visit to the dentist
Indulge in a visit to the dentist's office with this dialogue. This conversation between a patient and a dentist will ...
Dialogue: At the doctor
Indulge in a visit to the doctor's office with this dialogue. This conversation between a patient and a doctor will ...
Dialogue: A job interview
Embark on a job interview with this dialogue. This conversation between a job applicant and an interviewer will help you ...
Confused words
Confused words: wreath vs. wreathe
The words wreath and wreathe may seem closely related due to their similar spellings, but they refer to different things ...
Confused words: zeal vs. zest
The words zeal and zest both describe passion, enthusiasm, and energy, but they are used in slightly different contexts. Zeal ...
Confused words: yoke vs. yolk
Despite their similar pronunciation, yoke and yolk refer to very different things. Knowing the distinction between these two words is ...
Confused words: Wreak and wreck
Wreak and wreck may sound similar, but they have distinct meanings and uses in the English language. Understanding the differences ...
Idioms
English idiom: (as) tough as an old boot
The idiom "(as) tough as an old boot" is a colorful and vivid way to describe someone or something that ...
English idiom: (as) true as steel
The idiom "(as) true as steel" conveys the idea of unwavering loyalty and dependability. It is often used to describe ...
English idiom: (as) ugly as a toad
The idiom "(as) ugly as a toad" is a descriptive phrase used to emphasize extreme unattractiveness. It often carries a ...
English idiom: (as) ugly as sin
The idiom "(as) ugly as sin" is a vivid and colorful phrase used to describe extreme unattractiveness. This expression is ...