You already know that not all emails are created equally. The writing style you’d use in an email to an old friend, for example, would be different from how you’d write to a university professor or an online shop’s customer support team. Knowing what format and writing style to use—and how to use it well—can…
An English-speaking work environment can be scary if you’re not confident in your English skills. Even if you’re an expert in your industry, being unable to communicate well with co-workers, clients, and management can be a frustrating problem. Below, we offer some tips to help you improve your business English communication skills—from vocabulary to pronunciation—so…
In previous posts, we’ve talked about ways to keep yourself motivated while learning English—by setting personal goals, for example. But what if you need to motivate someone else? If you’re an employer whose team members need to improve their English skills, you need to know how to make sure everyone stays on track. In this…
There are a lot of different reasons for wanting to learn a language. Maybe you’re just looking for a new activity or maybe you need to boost your language skills for a job. Or you might want to be able to read books and watch movies in their original untranslated versions. Whatever your reason, learning…
Getting up and talking in front of others can be nerve-racking. It can feel like you’re putting on a performance just for a group of people to judge you. Luckily, there are some things you can do to improve your presentation skills. Below, we’ll walk you through some tips that will help you be more…
What’s a pronoun? A pronoun is a word that you use to replace a noun or a noun phrase. That’s simple enough, isn’t it? Sure, sometimes! Other times, though, using pronouns can be more complex. There are several different English pronouns used in various situations. Below, we explain the English pronouns and how to use…
The way you communicate can make or break a business relationship. On top of keeping communication positive and productive, it’s good to ask things in a polite and respectful way. You can do that by using indirect questions. Stick around as we explain what indirect questions are and how to use them! What is a…
A number is a number, right? Well, not exactly. While two numbers may look the same, they might be expressed very differently depending on how you use them. Let’s discuss the different ways to say numbers in Canadian English. How to say numbers in Canadian English Large numbers Large numbers (those that have more than…
There are plenty of benefits to learning a language online, including convenience and flexibility. Online learning can also offer more relevant and engaging materials than traditional lessons, and the ability to learn with language experts no matter where you’re located. Even with all the obvious benefits, you might still be wondering if online language learning…
How are your English lessons going? Are you improving? If anyone’s ever asked you that, you might not have known what to say. It can be hard to know exactly how much you’ve learned since you started. But tracking your progress doesn’t have to be complicated (and it doesn’t have to involve taking a test,…