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10 prepositional phrases you should know (at the same time, by accident, and more) (AUDIO included)
Recommended level: Intermediate Note: All of the phrases below are taken from 300 Practical English Words and Phrases. Prepositions are...
Alex
Sep 4, 20225 min read


4 common English phrases that use the word FOR (for sure, for the most part, and more!)
Learning common word combinations in an essential part of becoming confident and fluent in any language. By mastering the short phrases...
Alex
Aug 16, 20223 min read


3 quick and easy PUT phrasal verbs (put on, put up, put down) with practice questions and audio
Audio Phrasal verbs are an essential part of English vocabulary. It is almost impossible to listen to an English conversation and not...
Alex
Aug 11, 20223 min read

"On time" vs. "In time": What's the difference? (includes practice questions)
Do you always arrive on time for work, or do you sometimes arrive late? If you're in school, do you always arrive on time for class? What...
Alex
Jul 11, 20223 min read


20 redundant phrasal verbs (clean up, sit down, etc.)
Most phrasal verbs are idiomatic. However, there are many phrasal verbs whose meaning does not change regardless of their adverbial or...
Alex
Jun 3, 20225 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 26, 20223 min read


3-Word Phrasal Verbs in English
Recommended level: Advanced Related resource: Video lesson and practice quiz Phrasal verbs are one of the most important parts of English...
Alex
May 20, 20224 min read


"In the end" vs. "At the end": What's the difference?
A single word can change the meaning and usage of a phrase. This is the case with "in the end" and "at the end." Let's look at the...
Alex
Mar 25, 20223 min read


Video: "My English isn't improving. What should I do?"
It's normal to feel stuck or unmotivated when you're learning a new skills sometimes. If you feel stuck or tired of studying, this video...
Alex
Sep 15, 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
Jul 10, 20211 min read


Video: Let's go! Learn 25 common imperatives in English with "let's"
In my latest video, I give you language you can activate immediately. How many of these "Let's" imperatives do you know, and how many of...
Alex
Jun 15, 20211 min read


Avoid This Common Phrasal Verb Mistake!
Phrasal verbs are tough. Some are transitive, and some are intransitive. Some are separable, and some are inseparable. Some must be...
Alex
Jun 13, 20213 min read


Talking about Your Job in English
This post is meant to help you practice some common questions and statements related to your job. If you have any feedback about the...
Alex
Jun 10, 20212 min read


Unreal English Grammar: A Detailed Exploration of the Second Conditional
The second conditional is used to talk about hypothetical situations in the present and future. It is part of the unreal mood in English,...
Alex
Jun 7, 20216 min read


English Dialogues Ep.1: Dinner with Mel and Tina (audio included)
This dialogue series is intended to help students see English in context. While studying aspects of language individually is helpful, it...
Alex
Jun 3, 20216 min read


4 Ways to Use "SHOULD" in English
Most students know that should is used to give advice in English. However, that is not its only usage. In this article, we will look at...
Alex
May 31, 20213 min read


Practical English: 10 Everyday Phrasal Verbs
If you would like to learn more phrasal verbs, check out my first book, 100 Practical English Phrasal Verbs. It has 100 high-frequency...
Alex
May 26, 20213 min read


English Grammar: 6 Ways to Use the Present Continuous
Most English students know that the present continuous is used to talk about actions that are in progress at the moment of speaking, such...
Alex
May 18, 20215 min read


Video: Practice L & R Pronunciation in English with a Song
In my latest video, I sing a popular children's song to practice L & R pronunciation. Children's shows, movies, and songs are a great way...
Alex
May 16, 20211 min read


When I Was a Kid: A Story to Practice Gerunds and Infinitives
This is a true story about me. I have highlighted the gerunds and infinitives so you can see how they are used in context. Make sure to...
Alex
May 14, 20213 min read