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Everything You Need To Know About Plural Noun Rules

Although you learn plural nouns early on, they can be challenging. There are many rules and exceptions to remember plus English often borrows words from other languages. No wonder even high-level students still slip up occasionally. Don’t worry, weâ€... Read More

  • By: Brenda

The Importance of English For Environmental Advocacy

No matter where you live, you’ve probably experienced record-breaking temperatures and severe weather. You may have seen individuals and groups from different countries raising awareness of environmental issues. Using your English language skills can... Read More

  • By: Brenda

Discovering Barcelona Through English Language Activities

We all know that Barcelona is a fantastic city to live in. You only need to spend the afternoon wandering around one of the many beautiful neighbourhoods, looking at the historic architecture, the cool boutique shops and unique cafes, to know that Barcelo... Read More

  • By: Brenda

8 New Words To Improve Your Vocabulary In 2024

The arrival of a new year presents an ideal opportunity to work on your language goals. Whether you’re preparing for an official exam in 2024 or planning to immerse yourself in an English-speaking country during the summer, or even just looking to impro... Read More

  • By: Brenda

Learning English through Christmas Songs and Stories

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! If you resisted the urge to sing that line instead of saying it, then, well done! One of our favourite things about the festive period is the appearance of Christmas songs, films and TV specials. There are pl... Read More

  • By: Brenda

24 Christmas Phrases for Joyful English Conversations

‘Tis the season to be jolly, and what better way to get ready for the festive period than by learning some typical Christmas phrases in English? Let’s be honest – we all look forward to the Christmas holiday. Even if it’s just for the time off! En... Read More

  • By: Brenda

3 Easy Ways To Use Music To Improve Your English

Are you ready to embark on your latest journey towards mastering the English language? We all know that music is there for us through the ups and downs. Everyone has a song which reminds them of a special person or place. In other words, music is everywhe... Read More

  • By: Brenda

Halloween Humour: Jokes, Puns and Riddles

We all need a break from time to time. Sometimes we’re up to our eyeballs in projects at work, and we just need a moment to relax a little. Learning English can be an adventurous journey, so what better way to lighten the mood than with laughter? The wo... Read More

  • By: Brenda

A Beginner’s Guide to Choosing English Exams

Understanding the need for exams   An official exam is a fantastic way to demonstrate your English. Why? Firstly, it’s something incredible you can add to your CV. Secondly, it’s evidence that you’ve worked hard and achieved a goal. Furthermo... Read More

  • By: Brenda

English Vocabulary For Getting A Haircut

Are you feeling bored of the way your hair looks? Perhaps it’s time for a new you. All you need to do is make an appointment with a hairdresser, so now’s time to improve your English vocabulary for getting a haircut! For many people, visiting the ... Read More

  • By: Brenda

Using Language Reactor To Learn English

If you love watching Netflix series and videos on YouTube to learn English, then you need to download the Language Reactor extension! Before we start talking more about Language Reactor, if you enjoy using apps to practise your English, then you need t... Read More

  • By: Brenda

Guide to the Cambridge C2 Proficiency Listening Test

Are you preparing for the Cambridge C2 Proficiency (CPE) exam? Would you like to know some tips to help you feel more at ease? If so, make yourself at home! When you’ve finished reading this blog, you’ll understand the structure of the Cambridge C... Read More

  • By: Brenda

How to use ChatGPT to practise your English

Are you on the lookout for an extra way to practise your English? Do you wish you had an expert available at 2 a.m. that could answer a question you forgot to ask in your English class that day? Are you just hungry for more English? If you’ve answered '... Read More

  • By: Sandra

Guide to the Cambridge C2 Proficiency Speaking Test

Well done. You’ve been moving along your English language journey for some time now. You remember the days of telling yourself, in no uncertain terms, that you mustn’t forget to use the present continuous correctly in speaking part 2 of your B1. What ... Read More

  • By: Sandra

Tips for the IELTS listening section

Are you preparing for the IELTS exam and need some help with the listening section? If so, then you’ll know that the listening section can be one of the most challenging parts of the test. However, by the end of this blog post, you’ll have all the tec... Read More

  • By: Sandra

7 new English words to improve your vocabulary in 2023

A new year is a perfect opportunity to focus on your language goals. Maybe you are working towards an official exam. Perhaps this is the year you are going to spend summer abroad in an English language speaking country. 2023 might be the year you finally ... Read More

  • By: Sandra

How to Write a C1 Advanced Email and Letter

Did you know that there are two parts to the C1 Advanced Writing exam? Part 1 is always a mandatory . Part 2 has three different tasks, however, you only need to choose one of them to write about. They can be: [list type="" icon="icon-ok"] [lis... Read More

  • By: Sandra

5 Interesting Christmas traditions from around the world

When you think of the word Christmas, what springs to mind? For most people, it will be words like home, family and tradition. Most of us associate Christmas with spending time with our families, warm and cosy on the sofa in front of our favourite Christm... Read More

  • By: Sandra

How to write a C1 Advanced Report/Proposal

Are you preparing for the Cambridge C1 Advanced exam and need a hand with writing your report/proposal for Part 2 of the Writing paper? Perfect! You’re in the right place. By the end of this blog post, you’ll know exactly what the C1 reports and pr... Read More

  • By: Sandra