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Fun English: Improve Your Pronunciation with Heteronyms (words that are spelled the same but sound different)

By RealLife Team | Jul 26, 2013

We’re back with another fun english article for you to improve your pronunciation with heteronyms. Heteronyms, as the title suggests, are words that are spelled the same but are pronounced differently. So how are you supposed to know how to pronounce them…? Language is all about context. Words mean different things in different situations depending…

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Como Uma Experiência de Intercâmbio Vai Mudar Sua Vida (Parte II): PORQUE Você Deve Considerar Estudar Fora

By Ethan | Jul 25, 2013

Eu espero que a narração da minha experiência pessoal de estudar fora tenha inspirado você a considerar “taking the leap“ (metáfora para saltar de um penhasco na água – fazer algo que é divertido, mas assustador) também. Se você não está totalmente convencido, vou inspirá-lo mais agora! Não se esqueça de ler a Parte I se…

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Real Life English: Money Idioms

By Chad | Jul 24, 2013

Is your job a gravy train that gives you plenty of free time to study your English? Or are you a bit of a cheapskate that doesn’t want to pay for classes, but improving your English is still important to you? Make Your English More Exciting No matter what your economic situation is, it’s important…

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Real Life English Podcast #28 – Expressions related to WEAPONS

By Chad | Jul 23, 2013

http://traffic.libsyn.com/reallifeeng/Podcast_28.mp3 Free Download  Download & Listen on Your Mobile: iTunes for Apple | Stitcher for Android   Direct Download to Computer on this page (From that page, you will Right Click and Save) Words to Know Silky- Something made from silk, typical with lingerie Undergarments- Underwear Dope – Cool A bunch –  A lot Reckless- To do something without caring about…

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5 Minute English Video: How to use Still, Yet, and Already

By RealLife Team | Jul 22, 2013

Have you ALREADY studied these three words and STILL have problems when trying to use them? In that case, you haven’t studied them with Real Life English, YET. English learners from all over the world commonly have a lot of problems when it comes to using the words: STILL, YET, and ALREADY. If you are…

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How to Easily Learn English with Twitter

By RealLife Team | Jul 19, 2013

Twitter is a great way to learn English in small doses [amounts].Because the maximum post can only be 140 characters, it’s much simpler than reading a long text.By following a lot of English Twitter accounts, every time you log into Twitter, you’re bound [sure] to see a lot of great English tips in your feed.If…

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Real Life English: The Benefits of Learning Languages

By Chad | Jul 17, 2013

When was the last time you really thought about WHY you are learning English? What are the benefits of knowing how to speak another language? Do  you hope that English will give you more chances of finding a better job? Maybe you want to show off (impress people with your abilities) to your friends, or be able…

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Real Life English Podcast #27 – Expressions related to CLOTHES

By Chad | Jul 16, 2013

http://traffic.libsyn.com/reallifeeng/RLEP_Episode_27_-_Expressions_related_to_CLOTHES.mp3 Free Download Download & Listen on Your Mobile: iTunes for Apple | Stitcher for Android   Direct Download to Computer on this page (From that page, you will Right Click and Save) Words to Know Rays – Short for “sun rays” Porch – the front of a house or building Chillin’ out – slang for not doing much Gang –…

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Communication: The Most Important Part of Language Learning (with VIDEO)

By Ethan | Jul 15, 2013

Do you have a fear of speaking in English? Or do you just not feel confident in your abilities? It might sound obvious, but communication is extremely important when learning a new language. So today, we’re going to discuss all about communication, and help you to conquer your fear. There are many people who believe that…

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