Greetings, language learners! RichardG.XYZ here, reaching out from a bustling corner of the world. Welcome to my first blog actual blog in the grand opus of this ESL maestro. Hold on to your seats, because today was no ordinary day. Our IELTS class today dove into the dazzling universe of fame, focusing our gaze on […]
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Welcome to our cultural exploration series! Today, we’re honouring dads around the world by delving into the history of Father’s Day. How did this worldwide celebration of paternal love originate? Let’s find out! The Origins of Father’s Day Believe it or not, the idea of Father’s Day dates back to ancient times. Pagans in Babylon […]
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Hello Language Learners! Ever wondered how the seven days that structure our weeks got their names? As English language learners and now time-travellers, we’re about to embark on an exciting journey through time and space. Grab your cup of tea (or coffee), and let’s uncover the enthralling history hidden within our days! Sunday – The […]
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Welcome back to another amusing instalment of our ‘Laugh and Learn’ series! Today, we’re going to tickle your funny bone while exploring a popular, albeit quirky, English idiom: “Kick the bucket.” Let’s unravel the humour and meaning behind this idiom! Idioms are phrases where the overall meaning isn’t necessarily tied to the literal definitions of […]
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Welcome back to our series on practicing English speaking skills. After mastering pronunciation, vocabulary, and intonation, it’s time for real-world application: practicing with real conversations. Conversation practice will not only help you apply what you’ve learned but also expose you to colloquial language and expressions, reinforcing your skills and boosting your confidence. The Importance of […]
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Travel can often come with unexpected disruptions, as passengers on a Delta Air Lines flight experienced firsthand on June 13th. In an unexpected turn of events, a Boeing 767-300, operating as Delta flight 520 from New York’s JFK to Los Angeles’ LAX, was forced to divert to Salt Lake City due to a maintenance issue. […]
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Welcome to part four of our series on practicing English speaking skills! After tackling vocabulary, we’re now moving on to two fundamental components of spoken English: intonation and stress. Understanding these elements will help you sound more natural and confident when speaking English. Let’s dive in! The Importance of Intonation and Stress: Intonation, the rise […]
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Exploring the Humour in English Puns Welcome once again to “Laugh and Learn,” where we unravel the humour embedded in English and leverage it for language learning. Today, we are focusing on English puns, a delightful aspect of English humour that uses wordplay to create unexpected and amusing outcomes. So, brace yourself for some laughs […]
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Welcome to our ongoing series on mastering English speaking skills! After mastering pronunciation, the next key to becoming proficient in English is building vocabulary. Having a vast vocabulary is integral (/ˈɪntɪɡrəl/) for clear and precise expression. Today, we’ll explore the techniques for English vocabulary expansion, integrating new words in conversation, and discuss the optimal frequency […]
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Welcome news readers! Today, we dive into a fascinating story from the world of film and auctions. But before we delve into the details, we’ll first introduce some key vocabulary that will help you better understand the story. These words and phrases will not only boost your language learning journey, but also provide you with […]
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