Resources that don’t depend on the level of the learner
Business Emails in English – Introduction In today’s fast-paced business world, emails have become an integral part of business communication. Whether you are corresponding with clients, colleagues or potential partners, the ability to write clear, concise and effective business emails in English is essential. Writing effective business emails in English can be challenging, especially when […]
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Understanding the Differences Between American and British Business English As a global language, English is spoken by millions of people all around the world. However, the way in which English is spoken can vary greatly depending on the region. Two of the most prominent variations of British (UK) English and American (US) English. These two
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Introduction to ChatGPT – Revolutionise Your Language Learning With AI In this post I will look at the ChatGPT – Revolutionise Your Language Learning With AI (direct link), which is an fascinating course for anyone who is interested in using modern artificial intelligence (AI) to improve their English. Or any foreign language, for that matter. This course gives
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Prepare for a business English job interview – introduction As a non-native English speaker, being invited to participate in a business English job interview is a momentous occasion. It is an opportunity to demonstrate your abilities and make a positive impression on a potential employer. However, it is understandable to feel a sense of nervousness
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Contractions in English Communication – Introduction We all use some form of contraction in our daily lives. For example, when we say “I can’t afford it” or “I’m going out” – these phrases are using contractions. They make our speech sound natural and help us communicate faster. But do you know how to wield this linguistic
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Print on Demand – Introduction If you know already what print on demand is, then feel free to jump over the following explanation and check out the items that are funny and/or interesting to English language learners and teachers. In the so-called ‘good old days’, if a designer wanted to sell cool and/or funny designs,
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British Meal Times – Introduction British meal times can be a source of confusion for international visitors, especially when it comes to distinguishing between various mealtimes and the associated terminology. This article aims to shed light on the intricacies of British meal times, the factors contributing to this confusion and provide valuable tips to prevent
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What are Homonyms? – Introduction This post answers the question, “What are homonyms?” and gives some everyday examples. In a previous post, we looked at English heteronym examples, in which the word meaning changed, based on how the word was pronounced. We now look at how individual words can have different meanings, even when they
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Hair Idioms – Introduction Hair idioms are quite common in English and, as is often the case with idioms, they usually have nothing to do with actual hair. As we shall see, the idiom meaning refers to a situation or emotion, expressed using hair metaphors. Please be aware of the pitfalls of using idioms incorrectly.
How to Improve English Listening Skills – Introduction In this article, I will look at various ways in which you can improve English listening skills. Although we focus on the English language here, this will also apply to any language. General Points and Tips Before diving into individual methods, here are a few general things
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