How to Compare Photos in English (B2 & C1) – A Step-by-Step Guide One of the most stressful moments in Cambridge speaking exams (B2 First and C1 Advanced) is when the examiner says: “Here are two photos. I’d like you to compare them…” Suddenly, your mind goes blank. You can Read more
Suppose, Supposing, and What If: How to Talk About Imaginary Situations in English English is full of ways to explore ideas, possibilities, and imaginary situations. Three of the most useful (and natural-sounding) expressions for this are suppose, supposing, and what if. We use them when we want to: imagine a situation, Read more
Collocations Related to Books Our perception of the world has always been shaped by stories. People gathered by the fire and in peaceful places to escape daily life, reflect on human nature, and experience emotions they could not always name long before e-readers and audiobooks. Language reflects this tradition beautifully. Read more
The Modal Verb Dare – Meaning, Grammar, and Natural Use The verb dare is small, but surprisingly powerful. It can behave like a modal verb and like a regular verb, which explains why many learners avoid it altogether. That’s a pity, because dare is common in spoken English, expressive in Read more
Because of vs For – What’s the Difference? English loves to give us more than one way to express the same idea — and then quietly change the rules just enough to cause confusion. Because of and for are perfect examples. Because of vs For Both can be used to Read more
Quantifiers for CAE Essays In the Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), strong ideas are important—but how you express them often matters just as much. One area where candidates frequently lose easy marks is quantifiers. Quantifiers allow you to express amounts, proportions, frequencies, and degrees with accuracy and sophistication. Used well, they help Read more
Phrasal Verbs for University Life (B2–C1 Vocabulary Guide) University life is a whirlwind of deadlines, lectures, friendships, and new experiences. To describe all of this naturally in English — especially in Cambridge B2 First and C1 Advanced exams — phrasal verbs are indispensable. They bring colour, precision, and fluency to Read more