Do you know what ‘keep an open mind’ means? It means to accept and be open to different ideas or[…]
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How do I use ‘actually’ in a conversation?
Do you know how to use the word ‘actually’? It is often used in conversations. This adverb is usually used[…]
Read moreFour ways to use ‘just’ in a conversation
Do you know how to use the word ‘just’ in a conversation? This adverb is often used in natural speech,[…]
Read moreFour ways to help listeners understand you
Is it difficult for you to explain things in another language? Maybe, you’re explaining something about your country or culture.[…]
Read moreHow can I join conversations?
Have you ever tried to say something in a conversation but couldn’t? Maybe the other speakers didn’t stop talking. Maybe[…]
Read moreHave you ever heard the phrase ‘fat chance!’?
If someone says ‘fat chance!’, it means they think something you said will not happen or is very unlikely to[…]
Read moreUsing TV sitcoms to build your conversation skills
Do you know what a TV sitcom is? It is a kind of comedy you watch on TV. Sitcoms are[…]
Read moreHow can I manage awkward topics?
What do you think good conversation topics are? Be careful with topics when talking with people you don’t know well.[…]
Read moreFour phrases you need for casual conversations
Causal conversations can be difficult for language learners. One reason is they often use short phrases that you may not[…]
Read moreWhat does ‘Do you get the picture?’ mean?
If someone asks you ‘Do you get the picture?’, they are checking if you understand something. So, here, ‘picture’ isn’t[…]
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