Reporting Verbs in English: 27 Words for “Say”
We use reporting verbs to report what somebody said — to tell someone what another person said. Let’s look at an example: Barry: “My five-year-old son can definitely fix your […]
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Inversion with Negative Adverbials
OK. We’re going to talk about negative adverbials in English. But first, let’s start with Madonna and a line from her song “Into the Groove.” So what’s happening here? “Only […]
Job vs Work: What’s the Difference?
You know what’s quite surprising? The fact that a lot of English learners, even high-level English learners, still get confused about the difference between “job” and “work.” I mean, “job” […]
Ways of Looking in English: Ogle, Gaze, Gawk and 12 Others
Quick! Answer the question! What can you do with your eyes? Most people would probably answer that question by saying, “Duh. You look with them!” And that’s definitely true. But […]
Furniture Vocabulary: 63 Must-Know Furniture Words in English
There’s a lot of furniture vocabulary in English. I mean, furniture is a big part of our everyday lives, right? So let’s take a walk around your home and learn […]
Describing Trends in English
Before COVID, I never thought I’d spend so much of my week looking at graphs. But now, we’re all obsessed with them. Watching the numbers go up and down, watching […]
Advanced English Articles: 3 New Ways to Think about “A” and “The”
Today, you have a choice: Do you want a quick overview of how to use articles (a, an, the) in English? Click here. Do you want some new and unusual […]
Placeholder Names: Whatshername, Thingamajig, So-and-So and Other Words for When You Don’t Know a Word
Do these sentences sound weird to you? “We did a lot of activities last weekend.” “I saw so many amazing artefacts at the museum.” “After I left the building, the […]
75 Body Idioms in English
OK. Look at yourself! I guess you can probably name most of the parts of your body that you can see (and some of the ones you can’t see). But […]
Cooking Verbs in English (and Other Cooking Vocabulary)
We also have a podcast on Cooking Verbs in English if you’re prefer to listen instead of read. When we cook, we’re in ACTION MODE! Cooking is a very active […]
Words for Speaking: 30 Speech Verbs in English (With Audio)
Speaking is amazing, don’t you think? Words and phrases come out of our mouths — they communicate meaning, and we humans understand each other (well, sometimes)! But there are countless […]
Clothes Vocabulary: The Names of Clothing in English
Yep! Clothes! Without them, we’d all be cold and naked and far less stylish. And we humans have come a long way since we started wearing random fur, leaves and […]
How to Use “Whole” and “Entire”: The Whole Picture
Although “whole” and “entire” are very common words, you’d be surprised by how many people still find them difficult to use. In fact, I recently got a message from a […]
Like and As: Everything You Need to Know
“Like” and “as”: they seem like such simple little words: But, maybe because they’re so simple, these two words can cause a lot of confusion when you’re learning English. I […]
WTF English? 4 Weird Tricks to Sound More Creative
You know what I like most about language? It’s not that some words look the same forward as they do backwards — like “racecar.” Though that is pretty cool. It’s […]
Body Parts in English: 71 Parts of the Body You Might Not Know
You’re about to learn 71 body parts in English. Also check out 27 Words for Facial Expressions in English. The human body is an amazing thing. It grows and shrinks […]
Patterns in English: Everything You Need To Know (Almost)
Look around you. Go ahead – just look around you. What do you see? Can you describe everything you see (in English)? Whether you’re sitting outside on your terrace, in […]
Some and Any: The Real Difference
OK, I know what you’re going to say. “Some and any? We did this at school! This is easy stuff.” That’s true. But what did they teach you at school? […]
Making the Mountain Smaller: 3 Killer Strategies for Learning English Vocabulary
You might feel that learning English is a process that never ends. And you’re right. You learn and learn and learn, and it never seems to finish. Like a bottomless […]
Used to, Be Used to, Get Used to
I get it – “used to” can be a little confusing. Is it “I used to do it?” “I used to doing it?” “I’m used to do it?” “I’m used […]
The 17 Best Podcasts to Learn English
OK. It’s quarantine! Lockdown! Self-isolation! We’re all at home wishing we could start travelling again or go swimming or go to the pub … But we can’t. Instead, we need […]
9 Words and Phrases to Help You Talk About Coronavirus
It’s an uncertain and confusing time for us all. Will we be able to leave the house before the summer? What about cat food? Will we have enough? Coronavirus has […]
Afraid of speaking English? Read this!
This week, I’m leaving you in the capable hands of Andrijana from Justlearn. Hope you enjoy this post on beating your fear of speaking English, and I’ll catch up with […]
Are you using ergative verbs unnaturally? I bet you are!
We’re about to take a look at ergative verbs in English. You might also like How to Use “Get” in English. Let’s look at these weird sentences: “Some people in […]
Say vs Tell: What’s the Difference?
You’re about to learn how to use “say” and “tell” in English. While you’re here, check out How to Use “Get” in English. “Say” and “tell” may have a lot […]
Geographical Features in English: Everything You Need to Know (Almost)
You’re about to learn 47 geographical features in English. You might also like Animals in English (Plus Animal Body Parts and Sounds). Sure — you know what a forest is, […]
My 7 Favourite English Lessons From 2019
Wow! Another year went by already? Whoosh! That was fast! 2019 was a bit of a bumpy year for a lot of people. But what lessons can we take from […]
What You Never Knew About English Verbs: A New Way of Looking at Grammar
Note: This post is mostly aimed at teachers of English. However, I think that if you’re a confident learner of English, you can easily enjoy this post and, most importantly, […]
20 Ways to Say Goodbye in English
You’re about to learn 20 new words for goodbye in English. Also check out 27 Different Ways to Say Thank You (And How to Reply). What’s wrong with this conversation? […]
Rooms in a House – 72 Different Rooms in English
You’re about to learn the names of 72 different rooms in a house in English. While you’re here, check out Household Vocabulary: 48 Useful Objects You Don’t Know in English. […]
Animals in English (Plus Animal Body Parts and Sounds)
You’re about to learn the names of 86 animals in English. Also check out Order of Adjectives in English: One Simple Hack. Sure — you know some animals names in […]
How to Use Get in English
You’re about to learn 12 different ways to use “get” in English. Also check out 27 Different Ways to Say Thank You (And How to Reply). If you went up […]
Order of Adjectives in English: One Simple Hack
You’re about to learn my simple hack for the order of adjectives in English. For more adjective goodness, check out 72 Appearance Adjectives You Need to Describe People in English. […]
All bunged up and 62 other phrases to describe illness in English
You’re about to learn 63 phrases to talk about illness and sickness in English. Also check out 60 Negative Emotion Adjectives to Describe Negative Feelings. Here’s a strange thing about […]
Talking about the Weather in English: What They Didn’t Teach You at School (Probably)
In this lesson, you’re going to learn some words and phrases to talk about the weather in English. Also check out Different Ways to Ask and Tell the Time in […]
7 Little Drawings That Will Help You Remember English Rules Forever
These 7 drawings are from my new book, 102 Little Drawings That Will Help You Remember English Rules Forever (Probably). Click here to get your copy. Some things in English […]
Ways of Comparing in English
Let’s take a look at some ways of comparing English. While you’re here, check out Money Vocabulary: 42 Words to Talk About Money in English. OK. Let’s play that world-famous […]
15 Ways to Say Congratulations in English
Today you’re going to learn 15 other words for congratulations! Also check out 33 Ways to Say Yes in English. OK, so your best friend has just got a new […]
Relation vs Relationship: Do You Know the Difference?
Today you’re going to find out the difference between relation and relationship. Also check out Family Vocabulary: Family Members in English. Quick! Answer these questions: Do we say “I’m in […]
33 Ways to Say Yes in English
You’re about to learn 33 different ways to say “yes” in English. Also check out How to Answer “How Are You?” + 9 Interesting Ways to Ask It. “Yes” is […]
Family Relationship Names in English
You’re about to learn ALL the family relationship names in English. While you’re here, check out Relation vs Relationship: Do You Know the Difference? You already know some family relationship […]
Excellent English 2019: 10 Popular Lessons from Clark and Miller
2019 is here! And what better way to celebrate than by looking back on 2018 and checking out the 10 best Clark and Miller lessons? Top lesson #1 We all […]
Causative Verbs: Let, Have, Get, Make and Force
Today, you’re going to learn how to use the causative verbs “let,” “have,” “get,” “make” and “force.” Also check out 11 Little Drawings That Will Help You Remember English Rules Forever. […]
Extreme Adjectives in English with 9 Comics
You’re about to learn 34 extreme adjectives in English. For more adjectives, check out 72 Appearance Adjectives You Need to Describe People in English. Sometimes normal adjectives aren’t strong enough […]
27 Words for Facial Expressions in English
You’re about to learn 27 words for facial expressions in English. You might also like 60 Negative Emotion Adjectives to Describe Negative Feelings. Facial expressions can tell us how other […]
25 Advanced English Phrases (Plus 5 Things That Surprised Me About Cambridge)
Today, you’re going to learn 25 new advanced English phrases while you read about my experience in Cambridge. Also check out 3 Things That Surprised Me About British Culture (With […]
Can You Understand These 3 Crazy English Sentences?
Today we’re going to look at some strange English sentences that are actually grammatically correct. You might also like Can I Improve My English Online? 7 Websites You Will Love. […]
Money Vocabulary: 42 Words to Talk About Money in English
Today, you’re going to increase your money vocabulary with 42 words and phrases about money. Also check out Maths Vocabulary in English: Do You Know the Basics? Like it or […]
38 Verbs of Movement in English
Today, you’re going to learn 38 verbs of movement. Also check out Sound Words in English: Bang, Smash, Crash & 39 More. There are loads of verbs of movement in […]
Confusing Words in English: 12 Words That Even Native Speakers Get Wrong
Today, you’re going to learn the difference between 12 confusing words in English. Also check out 5 Common English Verbs You’re (Probably) Saying Wrong. There are lots of confusing words […]
9 Useful Phrasal Verbs with BE
You’re about to learn some useful phrasal verbs with ‘be.’ Also check out 5 Surprisingly Common Phrasal Verbs That Most Learners Don’t Know. Some of the most common phrasal verbs […]
Sound Words in English: Bang, Smash, Crash & 39 More (With PDF)
Would you like this sound words list as a free PDF poster with pictures? Click here to get it. We hear different sounds all the time. But how do we […]
41 Personality Idioms to Describe People You Love (And Hate)
Today I’m going to show you 41 personality idioms to describe people’s character. For more idioms, check out Do You Know These 8 Very British Idioms? There are lots of different […]
How to Say Email Addresses and Websites in English
You’re about to learn how to say email addresses and websites in English — the right way. While you’re here, also check out Different Ways to Ask and Tell the […]
Different Ways to Ask and Tell the Time in English
You’re about to learn different ways to tell the time and how to ask for the time in English. You might also like Numbers in English: The Ultimate Guide. You […]
60 Negative Emotion Adjectives to Describe Negative Feelings
In this lesson, you’re going to learn 60 negative feelings in English. Also check out 8 Better Words for “Happy” Plus 33 More Positive Emotion Adjectives & Idioms. Talking about […]
Maths Vocabulary in English: Do You Know the Basics?
You’re about to learn some vocabulary to talk about mathematics in English. Also check out Numbers in English: The Ultimate Guide. It’s a common situation. As an excellent speaker of […]
Can I Improve My English Online? 7 Websites You Will Love
Do you ever get “laptop freeze”? No, I don’t mean when your laptop freezes, and you have to restart it or hit it to get it working again. I mean […]
Football Vocabulary: 23 Essential Words and Phrases
This is part three of a series on football vocabulary in English. If you want more, check out How to Say Football Scores in English and 9 People in Football […]
Football Vocabulary: 9 People in Football and What They Do
This is part two of a series on football vocabulary in English. If you want more, check out How to Say Football Scores in English and Football Vocabulary: 23 Essential […]
Finally Understand How the Past Perfect Works
In this lesson, you’re going to finally understand the past perfect in English FOREVER (probably). Want more tricky English grammar? Check out Mixed Conditionals in English Made Easy. It doesn’t […]
Football Vocabulary: How to Say Football Scores in English
This is part one of a series on football vocabulary in English. If you want more, check out 9 People in Football (And What They Do) and Football Vocabulary: 23 […]
72 Appearance Adjectives You Need to Describe People in English
You’re about to learn 72 must-know appearance adjectives to describe how people look. For more adjectives, check out 59 Positive Personality Adjectives to Describe Your Favourite Friends. OK. Here’s a […]
27 Different Ways to Say Thank You (And How to Reply)
Saying thank you can be difficult in English. It’s not the words. (I mean, “thank you” — there. That was easy.) It’s saying the right thing at the right time. […]
76 Must-Know Shapes, Shape Adjectives and Phrases with Shapes
You’re about to learn some useful shapes and shape adjectives. For even more English vocabulary, check out Maths Vocabulary in English: Do You Know the Basics?. OK. Take a look […]
43 Must-Know Phrases with Keep
You’re about to learn how to use “keep” in English. Also check out 33 New Ways to Say Phrases That You Use Every Day in English. “Keep” is one of […]
33 New Ways to Say Phrases That You Use Every Day in English
For more useful phrases, check out 25 Phrases to Deal With Delicate Situations in English. Have you ever been in this situation: You’re speaking to someone, and you hear yourself […]
Household Vocabulary: 48 Useful Objects You Don’t Know in English
You’re about to learn 48 everyday words for things in the house. Also check out Kitchen Vocabulary: 48 Things in the Kitchen You Don’t Know in English. Quick! What’s this […]
Kitchen Vocabulary: 48 Things in the Kitchen You Don’t Know in English
Today, you’re going to learn 48 common kitchen objects in English. For more general household vocabulary, click here. Here’s an interesting little thing about learning a language: The small things […]
5 Common English Verbs You’re (Probably) Saying Wrong
You’re about to find out if you’re using some common English verbs (insist, mention, suggest, reply and discuss) correctly. You might also like 3 Classic Mistakes That English Learners Make. […]
29 Must-Know Binomials in English
Would you like this lesson on binomials in English as a PDF? Click here to get it. “Black and white,” “rock n’ roll,” “salt and pepper.” You know these types […]
