English Unravelled: Navigating Common ESL Pitfalls – Chapter 4 Welcome back! In this fourth installment, we’re going to delve into the often-confusing world of prepositions in English. Prepositions are small yet mighty words that often dictate the direction, time, location, and relationship of things in a sentence. Misusing them can lead to confusion and misunderstandings, […]
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Losing your voice, medically termed as “aphonia,” can be a bewildering and sometimes humorous experience. Whether caused by a cold, overuse, or a cheering session gone too far, it transforms how we interact with the world. Let’s explore this peculiar and often frustrating condition through a light-hearted and educational dialogue between two characters who find […]
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English Unravelled: Navigating Common ESL Pitfalls – Part 2 Welcome back to our series, “English Unravelled: Navigating Common ESL Pitfalls.” In this second post, we’re going to tackle one of the most common grammatical hurdles for ESL learners: Subject-Verb Agreement Errors. This seemingly simple aspect of grammar can often be a source of confusion, but […]
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Effectively Practicing English: Part 8 When it comes to mastering English, understanding the intricacies of phrasal verbs and idioms is crucial. These elements are not just linguistic embellishments; they are the essence of everyday conversation and the key to sounding like a native speaker. Phrasal Verbs: The Building Blocks of English Conversations Phrasal verbs, which […]
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Hello language learners and lovers of laughter! We’re back again with our fifth instalment of the “Laugh and Learn” series, where we dive into the humorous side of English language. The beauty of jokes lies in their ability to make language learning more fun and engaging. In today’s session, we have a delightful joke about […]
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How many times have I been asked how make someone’s spoken English flow more smoothly or how to organize thoughts and present them in a clear and coherent manner? These skills are especially poignant if you are planning to take the IELTS test. Today, we’re tackling an essential aspect of effective English communication: achieving fluency […]
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Are you familiar with that peculiar sense of fatigue that can follow an action-packed holiday? Ever found yourself saying, “I need a vacation from my vacation”? If so, you’re not alone! This is a common feeling that strikes many avid travellers, and it’s the topic of today’s engaging conversation lesson, titled “Vacation from my Vacation.” […]
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In today’s news lesson, we’re diving into a story that not only caught the attention of Auckland locals but also made a splash on the internet. Picture a bustling city scene suddenly disrupted by an unexpected visitor – a young, adventurous seal! This isn’t a scene from a movie, but a real event that unfolded […]
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Welcome back, learners and laughers alike! Today, we’re going to explore language learning through a classic 1943 cartoon, “Falling Hare” featuring the timeless Bugs Bunny. The cartoon revolves around Bugs Bunny’s encounter with a gremlin, a mythological creature known for causing mischief, particularly with mechanical equipment. “Falling Hare” offers a treasure trove of idiomatic expressions, […]
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Welcome to ‘Animated English’, where we use the magic of classic cartoons to unlock the English language! This week, we’re diving whiskers-first into the hilarious antics of the 1942 classic, ‘A Tale of Two Kitties’. This cartoon is a goldmine of idioms, collocations, and vocabulary waiting to be unearthed. So, let’s buckle up and join […]
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