slang
The 21 Funniest Youtube Videos For English Learners & Teachers
When was the last time you laughed really hard when learning or teaching English? Learning English as a second language (ESL) can be very boring sometimes, but a little comedy can change everything and make it fun AND funny. We have brought together the funniest, most popular, and instructive youtube videos and ESL commercials into one…
Read MoreRomantic English Expressions: 107 Terms & Nicknames For Romantic Partners
It is very common around the world for couples to give nicknames to each other, whether they are hooking up, dating or are married. These nicknames are referred to in English as “pet names,” and it is a more affectionate alternative to using a first name. A tactically placed “doçura” in Brazil, for example, can…
Read More8 Popular English Idioms for School
School idioms are an important part of the English language. In fact, native speakers use them far past school. Many of these are even common in business settings. Native speakers use these unconsciously all the time and now you can too thanks to our good friends from Kaplan International. Today we’re going to do a little…
Read More16 Ways to Use the Word HOOK: Idioms, Phrasal Verbs, and Slang
Less than 3% of non-native English speakers pass this test. Will you? How many of these 17 definitions of hook do you know?If you understand all 5 uses of the word hook in these next two paragraphs, you pass the test and we’ll let you off the hook9. But, if you’re like most non-natives, you’ll…
Read MoreImprove Your English Vocabulary with Movie Quotes and Sound More Like a Native Speaker
Are you a movie buff [person who loves movies]? Don’t you just love going to the cinema, being amongst that overwhelming aroma of popcorn. Seeing your favorite actors and actresses on the big screen [the cinema screen]? Over the past decades movies have entertained us with their fascinating story-lines, awesome special effects, and even their…
Read More34 Ways to Use the Word ASS: Idioms, Slang and Collocation
If you’re like most English learners, you’ve probably heard the word ASS used very frequently in English speaking songs, movies, and TV series. In addition to its most common use (butt), you’ve probably even heard the curse word ASSHOLE, or seen people use LMAO (Laughing My ASS Off) in internet chat. But did you know…
Read More13 Cat Expressions Every English Learner Should Know (and the Fascinating Story of Meru, the RLE Cat)
Are you a cat lover? Did you know that long before cats and kittens [baby cats] invaded the internet with their cute and funny videos (and pictures), these loveable creatures invaded the English language with idioms and expressions? Actually, cats are as much a part of the English language as they are a part of your Facebook…
Read More16 More California Slang Terms: How to Speak Like a Californian (Part II)
Couldn’t get enough California slang from the last article? Here are some more terms that you’ll commonly hear people in California say. If you plan on traveling to California or you’re simply interested in Californian culture, check out the vocabulary below. Mastering these words will easily help you connect with young people from California (as…
Read More17 California Slang Terms: How to Speak Like a Californian
Slang is one of the most interesting and fun aspects of a language. The more slang you know, the easier it is to connect and make friends with native speakers. People from California love to use and make up their own slang, adding color and personality to the language. A lot of the slang used…
Read MoreDon’t Be a Cara De Pau in English: Brazilian Expressions That Don’t Translate Literally
Don’t be a cara de pau podcast (18:40) Download this audio and learn Reallife English anywhere When you’re speaking English, are you being a “wood face” (cara de pau) without even knowing it? Relax, I ‘m sure you’re not really being that bad or offending anyone, but if you don’t know how to use expressions…
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