Category Archives: Vocabulary

Look up an English word; learn it forever.

Posted on August 19, 2018 by mhardy3222

I have found a wonderful website that will help you remember vocabulary!  (I wish there were similar websites in French and Italian for me. Alas!)  I could write a lot of detail here but it would be quicker for you … Continue reading →

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How to Prepare for a Job Interview

Posted on July 16, 2018 by mhardy3222

Are you ready for a job interview in English?  Not sure?  Well, help is at hand!  Read on: TALKENGLISH.COM has an extensive selection of lessons to help you to equip yourself for a job interview,  from basic to more in-depth … Continue reading →

Posted in Intermediate (Level 4), Pre-Intermediate (Level 3), Upper Intermediate (Level 5), Vocabulary | Tagged , , | 1 Comment

A Song with Dynamic Adjectives

Posted on June 30, 2018 by mhardy3222

I recently used a song, The Logical Song by Supertramp, in my Intermediate Level English class to highlight excellent English expression and in particular an impressive use of Adjectives. Individually, the adjectives are all wonderfully descriptive, but read the song … Continue reading →

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18 English Words That Are Actually Hindi

Posted on June 18, 2018 by mhardy3222

You might be surprised to learn that some familiar English words actually originated in India.

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It was a long long time ago – English Conversation

Posted on June 9, 2018 by mhardy3222

Originally posted on Vocabulary in Chunks:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=69HgC2KghBc Hiho Kids Vocabulary chunks : • Nice to meet you • I’m very happy to meet you • How was it like back then • We didn’t have radio • We didn’t have…

Posted in Elementary (Level 2), Intermediate (Level 4), Listening, Pre-Intermediate (Level 3), Vocabulary | 1 Comment

How to Learn Compelling Vocabulary in 30 Seconds a day

Posted on May 27, 2018 by mhardy3222

Would you like to learn compelling new vocabulary every day automatically? ♦ No planning   ♦   No decisions ♦ Have a look at the picture on the right. ♦How would you describe the man’s personality? ♦ How would you describe the background colour? … Continue reading →

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3 Minute English #4 by Vocabulary in Chunks

Posted on May 21, 2018 by mhardy3222

Learn words related to getting married Click here for Vocabulary chunks:                 

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20 Mistakes Even Native Speakers Make

Posted on May 17, 2018 by mhardy3222

         by JENNIFER FROST    Source: http://www.grammarcheck.net

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Eating Breakfast With Giraffes In Africa

Posted on May 7, 2018 by mhardy3222

A great way to improve your vocabulary and listening skills is with short videos. Watch the following fascinating video about giraffes and follow the link below it to learn the ‘vocabulary in chunks’. You will be impressed by how much you … Continue reading →

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Snack — Vocabulary in Chunks

Posted on April 7, 2018 by mhardy3222

Originally posted on Vocabulary in Chunks:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vKIXY3eioA [DW English] Vocabulary to learn after watching the video : Edible delicacies The sea decides what’s on the menu Right on the beach among the palm trees They are making a curry with…

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