Category Archives: Speaking & Pronunciation

How to get better English Pronunciation in 2 easy steps.

The ENGLISH ACADEMY in Madrid, Spain, has great English advice for Spanish speakers. First, read their post on Pronunciation, and second, watch my video lesson on the 20 English vowel sounds.

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Easy Listening – Practical and Social English #7

If you would like to improve your English speaking and listening, watch this video from New English File Elementary. It features speakers from England and The United States. The conversations are written under the video. Listen carefully and repeat what you … Continue reading

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New Year’s Eve Preparation

It’s that time of year again. We’re all a bit tired from working and/or studying, so we’re having a break. At least, I hope you’re having a break from study and if you’re working, I hope you’re being well-paid! NIGELLA … Continue reading

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Learn English through Comedy Film – Funny conversations with subtitles for levels 1, 2 & 3

   I have found a great video to help you   improve your English. Watch it, have fun, and relax.  Click here for a funny film with subtitles.   ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ … Continue reading

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Easy Listening – Practical and Social English #6

If you would like to improve your English speaking and listening, watch these videos from New English File Elementary. They feature speakers from England and The United States.  The conversations are written under the videos. Listen carefully and repeat what you hear: … Continue reading

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Speak English like a Native Speaker

Would you like to speak English naturally? Have you been told that you won’t be able to speak English well because you didn’t start learning when you were a child? Have you been told that you won’t be able to pronounce English … Continue reading

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Easy Listening – Practical and Social English #5

If you would like to improve your English speaking and listening, watch this video from New English File Elementary. The conversations are written under the video. Listen carefully and repeat what you hear: Conversation 1: Buying a present Sales Assistant: Can I … Continue reading

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Easy Listening – Practical and Social English #4

If you would like to improve your English speaking and listening, watch this video from New English File Elementary. The conversations are written under the video. Listen carefully and repeat what you hear: Conversation 1: In a clothes shop – Buying clothes … Continue reading

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Easy Listening – Practical and Social English #3

If you would like to improve your English speaking and listening, watch this video from New English File Elementary. The conversations are written under the video. Listen carefully and repeat what you hear: Conversation 1: In a coffee shop – Buying a … Continue reading

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Writing Introductions – Advice for Advanced Students #1

The importance of a compelling and correctly articulated introduction cannot be overestimated. We know that we need to outline our ideas clearly in an introduction when speaking on a topic, or writing an essay. It’s not enough at an advanced level to … Continue reading

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