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
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
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
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
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
How to Use “A Bit” in English (B2–C1 Guide) Hello dear English learners! Today we’re looking at a small expression with a big job: “a bit.” It is one of those wonderfully flexible phrases that English speakers use constantly in everyday conversations. It can sound polite, friendly, soft, humorous — 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