Posts Tagged ‘learn with songs’
#408: How to Pronounce the Most DIFFICULT Sounds in English — 90% of Learners Can’t Say These English Words (Can You?), and Fixing the Most Confusing Pronunciation Mistakes.
Struggling with tricky English sounds? You’re not alone! In this episode, we break down some of the most difficult words that 90% of learners mispronounce. Discover how to fix common pronunciation mistakes and finally speak with confidence. Think you can say these words correctly? Tune in and find out! This Podcast Episode is Also Available…
Read More#407: How You Can Understand BRITISH English in Movies, TV, Music, etc. — Why You Struggle with British English (but not with American), The 5 Things You Need to Learn, Analyzing the Speech of Emma Watson, Dua Lipa, Adele and other Celebrities
If British accents leave you puzzled, you’re not alone! In this episode, we explore the reasons behind the challenge of understanding British English and reveal the key differences from American English. We analyze the speech of British stars like Dua Lipa, Adele, Emma Watson, and Cillian Murphy, breaking down 5 essential elements to help you…
Read More#406: The Curious Case of Izzy: The Man Who Learned to Speak English LIKE A NATIVE On His Own (And He Will Show You How!)
Ever wonder how someone can master a flawless American accent without ever living in the U.S.? In today’s episode, we pick Izzy’s brain to uncover his secrets to sounding native, even though he was born and raised in Brazil. Tune in—you might just find the inspiration to level up your own English journey! This Podcast…
Read More#405: Why You Can’t Understand MOVIES in English Without SUBTITLES (But You Can Understand Me) — and How to Start to Understand Movies!
Do you find it easy to follow your teacher’s English but struggle to understand English in movies? In this episode, we break down the reasons behind this common challenge and explain why using subtitles is not only okay but can actually be a powerful tool for improving your English! Learn how to turn subtitles into…
Read More#404: How I Understand Music in English 100% — Taylor Swift, Coldplay, and More
In this episode, we’re diving back into one of the most fun and effective ways to learn English—through music! Join us as we break down the lyrics of your favorite songs by Taylor Swift, Coldplay, Benson Boone, and Beyoncé. We’ll help you understand the vocabulary, expressions, and grammar hidden in these popular hits. Whether you’re…
Read More#361: Guide to Speaking English Confidently When TRAVELING Abroad, Funny Stories from our Adventures, Avoid Making These Mistakes in Your Next Trip, Useful English Expressions for Travel Situations
We believe that learning comes from getting out of your comfort zone. Being in unfamiliar situations and overcoming challenges offers a fast-track to personal development and growth. And one of the best ways to get out of your comfort zone is by traveling and getting to know different cultures. In today’s episode, we share some…
Read More#360: 6 GREAT TV Series to Watch in English and EXPAND YOUR VOCABULARY Tremendously, Useful Words and Daily Expressions, and How to Learn Advanced Pronunciation While Having Fun with TV Series
It’s no secret that all of us here at RealLife English love TV series. We believe that learning English with TV series offers a fun, dynamic and engaging way to improve your vocabulary, listening and pronunciation skills. We even have a YouTube channel called Learn English with TV Series! In today’s episode, Ethan, Thiago and…
Read More#359: How I Became Fluent in English Without Talking to Natives, My Journey of Going From Student to Teacher, and Why You Should Join an Online Community
One of the things we hear from some learners is that the only way for you to become fluent in English is by practicing with native speakers. But what if we told you that this is NOT true? Is it possible to achieve a high level of English and speak confidently just by practicing with…
Read More#358: Why Most Learners Feel Fake (Not Natural) When SPEAKING English, Imposter Syndrome, How to Feel More Natural, 5 Things You Should Stop Saying to Yourself, and “Fake it Until You Become it”
Do you feel insecure with your English? Do you feel “fake” when speaking English? Feeling that you’re not enough or that your skills are not great yet is completely normal. In fact, everybody, no matter how successful they get, feel insecure in their own abilities sometimes. But how do you overcome this insecurity? Is there…
Read More#357: How You Can Use SPOTIFY to Improve Your English, Increasing Your Vocabulary with Music, and Learning with Your Favorite Artists
This week’s episode is all about music and how to learn English with it. Our coaches, Ethan and Thiago, share their top tips and also reminisce about their own ways of learning languages with their favorite songs.If you’re subscribed to Spotify, that’s the must-listen episode for you as we included an efficient step-by-step instruction from…
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