Posts Tagged ‘5 minute english’
Contractions in English
Good morning, good afternoon, good evening to you where ever you are in the world! Today we are combining English grammar with English pronunciation because we are talking about contractions in English. This post will help you with grammar because I’ll be reviewing the common structure and use of contractions in English, or combining two…
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So, Too, Neither, Either: Additions and Agreeing in English
Hello and welcome to English Outside the Box’s official new look. What do you think? It’s been a little quiet around here (sincerest apologies) because I’ve been waiting to upload this newest “5 Minute English” post on the new and improved website and blog. I would love to invite you to have a look around…
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Earth Day Idioms & English Expressions + video
This blog post is an updated article from a few years ago. I’ve added a 5 minute English video, and a new idiom for your learning pleasure! The post is inspired by Earth Day, which is right tomorrow, Friday April 22! In honor of our loving Mother Earth, I hope you enjoy the post. Below, in the…
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The “ER” Sound in American English
I’ve been noticing consistent pronunciation difficulties in my private lessons lately, specifically with students having difficulty with the “ER” sound in English. The problems have been with students who speak various languages, and even at multiple levels! These problems come because of issues not only with the sound the consonant “R” makes, but also because…
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TOEFL Writing Tips for the Independent Essay
Oh, the TOEFL test. If you are not familiar with the TOEFL, then let me give you a little information. It stands for “Test of English as a Foreign Language,” and is an exam that is often required for non-native English speakers who wish to work, study, and (sometimes) live abroad. Most universities will require this…
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