Posts Tagged ‘english’
What is the World Cup?
Tomorrow marks a pretty important day, as some may call it…the start of their religion! Finally, FIFA’s World Cup is here, are you ready? There is always a lot of excitement around the World Cup, even for non-soccer fans [myself included in this category]. It is the most watched sporting event around the world.…
Read MoreWord 1 of the Weekend: mesmerize
Why is it useful? Be mesmerized by the beauty around you. Find things to give your full attention and be in the moment. What was the last thing that mesmerized you? Courtesy: Merriam-Webster Learners Dictionary
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Everyday English Expressions to Help Conversations
English fluency is the ability to speak English easily and smoothly, and part of this is being able to move through a conversation, redirect something when needed, give more details, or organize what wants to be said. Expressions are helpful in doing this, but these expressions aren’t always found in the dictionary. Luckily, you’re in the right…
Read MoreWord 2 of the weekend: pop-up store
Why is it useful? It’s a trend you’ll see around the States, Canada, the UK, and Australia so it’s helpful to know what you’re seeing. 🙂 Have you been to a pop-up store recently? Tell me about it. Courtesy: Google & Wikipedia
Read MoreWords you may be saying incorrectly…
Does a word ever sound “funny” to you? Have you ever second-guessed yourself while speaking? Whether you’re learning English, or have been speaking since birth, there may be a chance you’re saying some words incorrectly. While some of the mispronounced words in this post have made it as ‘second’ spellings in the dictionary (sherbert), and…
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