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The Surprising Native Pronunciation of CAN (1 Minute Video)
Did you know that native speakers often pronounce the modal verb “can” much differently than you probably learned in school? In fact, we often shorten it so the “a” in can is pronounced as a short i /?/ sound (like “kitchen”). Watch this 1 minute episode of RealLife TV to learn how we do it.…
Read More10 Words Related to DRINKING
When learning a language people don’t usually focus on expanding their vocabulary for specific subjects. In this episode you are going to learn 10 specific and useful words related to DRINKING. Don’t worry if you don’t drink alcohol, this vocabulary is related to drinking in general. (See transcript below) [leadplayer_vid id=”534C4885E4338″] Transcript Aw yeah, what’s…
Read MoreAre You Saying “In the End” too Much?
Lately, I’ve noticed that a lot of my students overuse the term “in the end” to talk about an outcome or a final decision. If you use this term a lot, then be sure to check out this video and the transcript below so you can learn some more natural, real life alternatives to saying, “In…
Read MoreNot so Offensive Alternatives to Bad Words in English (Video Lesson)
Are you scared of using swear words? Unfortunately, most learners (and a lot of natives) don’t acquire the tools to use swear words in an appropriate manner. Instead, the general tendency is to either (A) completely ignore them (which is to miss this important part of the language), or (B) abuse them and use them…
Read MoreBorrow and Lend, What’s the difference?
Have you ever borrowed somebody money? If you have I’m sorry to say that you have just made a common mistake. Even though the words BORROW and LEND are used in the same situation, there is a big difference in meaning. In this lesson you will learn how to really use these words and never…
Read MoreHow to Talk About the Future
Something that I’ve noticed practically every English learner has a lot of difficulty with, at some point, is how to talk about the future. If this is the case for you, if you’ve ever been unsure about whether to use will or going to then be sure to watch this short video and check out the transcript below, too.…
Read MoreCommon Brazilian Mistakes: Music or Song? (1 minute video lesson)
Today’s one-minute video lesson from RealLife TV will cover one of most common false cognate mistakes among Brazilian English learners. Even advanced learners make it. In fact, I’ve even heard native English speakers who, after learning Portuguese, have made this mistake. This lesson explores the very common Brazilian confusion between the words MUSIC and SONG! Enjoy!…
Read MoreEveryday English: English for Cafés and Restaurants (with VIDEO)
Do you ever feel like you know a lot of English, but you’re missing some basics? Or, perhaps, that your English is too formal or polite, and you’re not speaking like we natives actually do? When I’ve traveled, even in places where I know the local language well, I sometimes realize that I forget the most basic,…
Read MoreDo You Confuse MEET, KNOW, and GET TO KNOW? (RealLife TV Video)
Today’s RealLife TV video lesson explore common mistakes learners make in distinguishing between MEET and KNOW. I’ll also explain how to use GET TO KNOW and KNOW HOW TO. And if you watch until the end you’ll get a FREE present! Full Transcript Hey guys, welcome to another episode of RealLife TV. Today I’m going…
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