How do I change conversation topics?
Ever been in a conversation but had nothing left to talk about? Or maybe talking about something awkward and wanted[…]
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How do I start a conversation?
Starting a conversation isn’t easy, especially with someone you’ve never met before. Suddenly saying ‘Nice to meet you’ and giving[…]
Read moreImprove fluency and naturalness with trinomials
Have you heard of trinomials? They are a type of collocation and common in spoken English. Trinomials are used in[…]
Read moreEffective oral presentations
Presenting in another language can be very challenging but it can also be very rewarding. To be able to present[…]
Read moreRecommended free listening sites
Find below a list of my seven favorite free listening websites. Rank Site Content 1 VOA Learning English Variety of[…]
Read moreRecommended free pronunciation sites (and apps)
Find below a list of my seven favorite free pronunciation websites. Rank Site/app Content 1 Sounds: The Pronunciation App Useful[…]
Read moreHow can I improve my listening skills?
Learners often tell me they find listening difficult. Usually they say it’s because the speakers talk too quickly, or the[…]
Read moreWhat does ‘catch up for a coffee’ mean?
I’m sure you’re all familiar with the verb “catch” in a sentence like “to catch a baseball”. But “catch” is[…]
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