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Alex
Nov 4, 202211 min read
50 Most Frequent Phrasal Verb Commands in English
English has many two-word phrasal verbs that can be used as commands. This is a list of the 50 most frequent phrasal verb commands that...
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Alex
Oct 5, 20225 min read
Life beyond "How are you?": The most common English greetings (and how to answer them) (AUDIO+GIFs)
You go to work and your English-speaking colleague, Ryan, approaches you in the hallway. He gets closer, smiles politely, and says "Hey."...
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Alex
Aug 29, 20222 min read
What English students are saying about 300 Practical English Words and Phrases!
English learners are the best advocates for English learning resources. I can tell you again and again why 300 Practical English Words...
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Alex
Aug 11, 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...
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Alex
Jul 27, 20223 min read
Talking about age in English (Correct structures and common mistakes)
One of the most common questions people ask is "How old are you?" Do you know how to answer this question in English? In this article, I...
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Alex
Mar 25, 20223 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...
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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....
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Alex
Nov 26, 20212 min read
5 Idioms to Give Advice
We could all use a little advice sometimes. If you would like to help your friends, or if you would like to increase your understanding...
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Alex
Nov 22, 20211 min read
Video: 3 Common Idioms for Appearance
Why should you learn idioms? Because they’re everywhere! Often, they are one of the final parts of language that students must learn to...
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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...
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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...
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Alex
Jul 6, 20211 min read
Common English: 3 Ways to Use "Take care of"
"Take care of" is a common English phrasal verb that can be used in a number of ways. Read on to see if you know all three. 1. to be...
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Alex
Jun 15, 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...
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Alex
Jun 13, 20213 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...
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Alex
Jun 10, 20212 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...
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Alex
May 26, 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...
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Alex
May 1, 20212 min read
3 Common Idioms to Encourage Others (with practice questions!)
Disclaimer: This post is about encouraging people, but it is important to remember that sometimes words are not enough. If you find it...
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Alex
Sep 16, 20202 min read
Practical English: Disagreeing with People
How many times have you found yourself disagreeing with someone in a conversation, and not knowing how to respond? It can be tough....
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Alex
Aug 16, 20204 min read
How to Order Food in English: What to Say and When to Say It
Ordering food is one of the most essential skills in any language. Whether you are on a business trip, on vacation, or starting a new...
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