048 - 15 "Hot" English Words & Phrases
In the northern hemisphere, summer is starting - and the weather will be hot. It has inspired me to teach you 15 English words and expressions with "hot." - hotbed, hotshot, and hot spot - full of hot air - a hot-button issue - have the hots for someone...and more!Click here for the lesson text
22 Juli 20157min
047 - How to Make English Part of Your Life
If you don’t live in an English-speaking country, it can be hard to make progress because you don’t have many opportunities to use English in your regular daily life.What can you do if you’re not surrounded by English?I have some good news:There ARE ways you can make English a regular part of your life, even if you don’t live in an English-speaking country!Here are my top 6 ways to make English part of your everyday life.They don’t require a lot of time, just a few simple changes.Click here for the lesson text
15 Juli 20156min
046 - Ten Informal Phrases Native Speakers Use
If you've spoken with native English speakers, you know that we use a lot of informal phrases.For example, we might say... - "What's up?" instead of "Hello." - "I'll get in touch" instead of "I'll contact you." - "Gotta run!" instead of "I need to leave."Today I'll teach you 10 common informal expressions that you might not be familiar with. See if you can guess what each phrase means before reading the definition!Click here for the lesson text
8 Juli 20154min
045 - Are you making these pronunciation mistakes?
As you know, English words are pronounced differently from the way they are written. This can lead to pronunciation mistakes. Here are some of the most commonly mispronounced words in English, and how to say them correctly. Click here for the lesson text: http://www.espressoenglish.net/commonly-mispronounced-words-in-english/
1 Juli 20156min
044 - 10 Phrasal Verbs about Socializing
Phrasal verbs are so common in the English language. Here are 10 phrasal verbs you can use for talking about social interaction.Click here for the lesson text
24 Juni 20157min
043 - Linking Words: Reasons and Results
Linking words help you connect the ideas in a sentence. In this lesson, you’ll learn some common linking words to express reasons and results: - Because / Because of - Due to / Owing to - Due/Owing to the fact that - Since - As - Therefore - Consequently - As a result - SoClick here for the episode text
17 Juni 20157min
042 - Advanced Vocabulary: 16 Different Words for Speaking
The English language has a very rich vocabulary, and learning alternative words can give more complexity and meaning to your sentences. Here are 16 different words for speaking or vocalizing.Click here for the lesson text
10 Juni 20159min
041 - Slang Words for Food and Drink
Do you have a sweet tooth?Have you ever pigged out?Do you wanna get some grub... or booze?In today's episode, you'll learn some common slang words and informal expressions related to eating and drinking!Click here for the lesson text
3 Juni 20158min
