Learn how to talk about choices, decisions, doubts, risks and regrets in English. Study useful verbs, collocations, phrasal verbs and idioms with clear examples for B2 First and C1 Advanced learners.
Idioms about Hope, Expectations, and What We Think Will Happen Hello English learners! Idioms about hope and expectations Hope is a curious thing. Sometimes it keeps us going when everything looks hopeless. Sometimes it makes us wait for things that never arrive. And sometimes… it sets us up for disappointment Read more
Better Alternatives to “Common” (with Meanings and Example Sentences) The word common is one of the most overused words in English. Learners use it to talk about problems, mistakes, habits, beliefs, and situations. Better Alternatives to “Common” But common is very vague. It can mean many different things: something happens Read more
Expressions with BEAT The verb beat is wonderfully old-fashioned at heart and endlessly modern in use. It comes from the physical idea of striking or hitting, but English has stretched it into emotions, effort, competition, travel, confusion, and even everyday conversation. If you can use beat naturally, you’ll sound more Read more
Adjectives to Describe Wind (a rich and expressive guide for English learners) The wind is one of those natural forces we feel every day but rarely describe well. We usually say it is windy, strong, or cold — but English offers far more expressive and poetic ways to talk about Read more
Collocations for Time Management Time management is not just about rushing to finish tasks. It’s about being intentional, staying focused, and making every moment matter. In English, we often use collocations, or natural word pairs, to talk about these ideas. Want to improve your skills? Here are some of the Read more
Learn essential modern food trends vocabulary in English, including vegetarian, vegan, plant-based, organic, sustainable and locally sourced food. Study clear meanings, natural examples, useful collocations and Cambridge-style practice.