50 Expressions to Sound More Fluent in Cambridge Speaking Exams (B2 & C1) One of the biggest secrets of success in Cambridge speaking exams (B2 First and C1 Advanced) is not perfect grammar. Yes, grammar matters. Yes, vocabulary matters. But what really makes a candidate sound confident, fluent, and natural Read more
Alternatives to “I’m Fine” in English (a Rich, Natural Guide to How We Really Talk about How We Feel) “How are you?” “I’m fine.” These two lines are probably the most common conversation in the history of the English language. They’re polite. They’re safe. They’re… a little boring. In real Read more
Phrases for Showing Interest in Conversation (and Sounding More Natural in English) Good conversations are not built only on good grammar. They are built on attention, curiosity, and reaction. You can speak perfect English and still sound cold, distant, or uninterested if you don’t react to what the other person 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
Common Phrases with the Verb STAY Hello, dear English learners! Today, we are looking at a small but mighty verb: stay. It may look simple, but it appears in many everyday phrases and expressions that native speakers use constantly. If you want to sound more natural and confident in English—especially Read more
Collocations Related to Travel and Tourism Are you dreaming of your next adventure? Whether you’re planning a weekend city break, a relaxing beach holiday, or a round-the-world journey, one thing’s for sure—English is your passport to richer travel experiences. In today’s lesson, we will look at collocations related to travel Read more
100 Everyday English Idioms You Should Know for EFL/ESL Learners (and Curious Minds Everywhere!) Idioms are one of the most colourful and expressive parts of the English language. They pop up in films, conversations, songs, and even in news headlines! But here’s the thing: idioms don’t always make sense at Read more