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Jun 8, 20223 min read
35 English words that are shortened in conversation (video included)
Many English words are shortened in conversation, especially in casual settings. This list is intended to help you understand and use...
Alex
May 27, 20221 min read
Say more than "good" and "bad": Using your senses to expand your vocabulary (VIDEO)
It is perfectly normal to use the words "good" and "bad" to describe our experiences and our feelings. They are useful words when we want...
Alex
May 26, 20223 min read
20 essential English questions
Questions are an essential part of communication. They help us to get important information from others, and they open the door to...
Alex
May 23, 20224 min read
Learn 10 "up" phrasal verbs (with practice questions)
Related video: https://www.engvid.com/10-up-phrasal-verbs/ Are you ready to explore and increase your English vocabulary? Make sure to...
Alex
Mar 28, 20221 min read
200 Practical English Idioms now available in eBook format!
I am happy to announce that 200 Practical English Idioms is finally available in eBook format on Amazon. If you have been waiting to add...
Alex
Feb 21, 20221 min read
Video: 10 KEEP imperatives for daily life
Memorizing short, set phrases is one of the best ways to grow your vocabulary and your language toolbox when studying a second language....
Alex
Jan 24, 20221 min read
5 Videos to Help You Learn Phrasal Verbs (from beginner to advanced)
There are so many phrasal verbs that sometimes it's difficult to know where and how to start learning them. To help with this problem,...
Alex
Oct 12, 20211 min read
Video: 30 Common Commands
Improve your English immediately and easily with this video. Learn these 30 short, very common imperatives (commands). Whether you’re at...
Alex
Jul 10, 20211 min read
Video: PHRASAL VERBS: 3 ways to use "give back" in English
In my latest video, I give you practical examples of a high-frequency phrasal verb. Practice sentences like "Give me back my phone," "I...
Alex
May 7, 20212 min read
Quick English Idioms: "Up to" and "Up for" something
You just arrived at work, and you see one of your colleagues sitting at their desk. They look very focused, and you want to ask them what...
Alex
Apr 23, 20212 min read
5 Phrases to Help End a Conversation
So you're at a party and you've been talking to someone for awhile. You don't know them that well, and they seem interested in what you...