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Weather Words in English-Easy English

2022-10-30T23:43:54+01:00

A good small talk starter is to talk about the weather so we are always looking for the right weather words. The weather affects our everyday life. Do you need to bring an umbrella today? Or can you wear shorts or a dress? It's all up to how hot or cold it is outside. If you're starting your English lessons, a good place to start is with conversation about the weather small talk. Read on for some weather words and phrases you might not know! Sweltering Sweltering is another word for ‘hot’. It's used when the weather is very, very [...]

Weather Words in English-Easy English2022-10-30T23:43:54+01:00

6 Less Common Idioms in English

2022-10-30T23:17:49+01:00

We've written a lot about common idioms on the Bespeaking blog, but it's because they're so ubiquitous (everywhere) in English! We use common idioms all the time so they're great to know as a student of the language. Here are even more English idioms you should know, even if they are a little less common:   A blessing in disguise Has something bad ever happened to you, but it turns out later that it was actually good? For example, you were fired from your job only to find, interview for, and get your dream job? Then you being fired would [...]

6 Less Common Idioms in English2022-10-30T23:17:49+01:00

Taboo Words in English

2022-10-30T23:09:36+01:00

Each language has words that are considered taboo, or shouldn't be said. English is no exception. Taboo words (“bad” word, swear words, profanity) fall into four different categories in English and also have different strengths of severity (how bad something is). As a student of English, we suggest being very careful when using these words, as it can be difficult to gauge (determine, decide, analyze) whether the taboo words are appropriate to the situation and how strong they are. While we don't recommend swearing in formal company, if your friends swear, it is a way that you can practice and [...]

Taboo Words in English2022-10-30T23:09:36+01:00

6 Common English Phrases We Say Wrong

2022-09-29T22:41:19+01:00

Believe it or not, even native English speakers get common English phrases wrong from time to time. It usually stems from something they learned incorrectly during childhood and they have carried the mistake through to adulthood. This happens quite frequently with common phrases that we hear so often that our mind finishes the phrase automatically and we don't pay attention to the details of exactly what is being said. Here are some common English phrases we say wrong - even native English speakers! Practice them yourself and maybe you'll be able to correct a native speaker someday... Play it by [...]

6 Common English Phrases We Say Wrong2022-09-29T22:41:19+01:00

7 Synonyms for Being Drunk

2022-09-29T22:27:50+01:00

Whether you enjoy a sensible one drink a week, or are a teetotaler, most of us know the feeling of being drunk. If you're looking to describe how it feels, then English is the language for you! According the BBC, English has around 3,000 synonyms for being drunk. Like most synonyms, each word has a bit of a different meaning. Check out this list to expand your tipsy English for the next time you have one (drink) too many at the office Christmas party or enjoying something worth celebrating. Tipsy Tipsy is where our evening of drinking starts and is [...]

7 Synonyms for Being Drunk2022-09-29T22:27:50+01:00

English Greetings: Ways to Say Hello & Goodbye – Easy English Blog

2022-09-29T22:17:11+01:00

How to greet people properly is one of the first things you learn in any language. It’s important to get these right because we use English greetings many times a day and you should feel confident that you can pull out of your sleeve the appropriate salutation for the situation and person. Below we'll talk about the most common English greetings and goodbyes you'll hear in the English language, when to use them, and with whom so you are more confident and sure of yourself. After all, everyone wants to make a good first and last impression! How to Start [...]

English Greetings: Ways to Say Hello & Goodbye – Easy English Blog2022-09-29T22:17:11+01:00

Slang Words – 7 American Slang Words you Should Know

2026-06-17T13:40:10+01:00

No matter how fluent you are in a language, you don't quite speak like a native until you know some slang- and we are here to help you with some of the most common slang words. Slang is a very informal way of expressing (showing) an idea, metaphor, or saying something a bit playfully. Slang words may be a derivative (part) of a word, a brand new word, or collection of words. There is no rule for slang words, as they usually evolve over time, depend on where you are in the world, and change with the different generations (or [...]

Slang Words – 7 American Slang Words you Should Know2026-06-17T13:40:10+01:00

Tricky English Pronunciation

2022-09-29T21:51:07+01:00

This week is the one-year anniversary of the Bespeaking Blog! Crystal and I would like to thank you guys for being so supportive of us over this year and for reading so faithfully every week. We hope that you're more confident in your English skills, or at the very least you have a better understanding of the English language. And now…on to some tricky English pronunciation! This week we're focusing on some tricky English pronunciation. These ten words are commonly confused (even by native speakers) partly because they are spelled the same and pronounced differently, or are spelled in a [...]

Tricky English Pronunciation2022-09-29T21:51:07+01:00

Daily English Phrases: Easy English Blog

2022-08-31T19:09:46+01:00

Practice makes perfect, especially if you're learning English. You need to practice daily English phrases every day – not only when you have a lesson with your teacher at Bespeaking! This can be hard, but we're here to make it easy! Try using these easy English phrases daily (every day) They're very common and will help you learn faster. You can say them to family or friends. Just try to use at least one a day. Every little bit helps! Why not try some of these phrases, too, and check out some of our past blogs: How to Use English [...]

Daily English Phrases: Easy English Blog2022-08-31T19:09:46+01:00

English Phrases: Their Origins and Meanings

2022-08-31T14:19:24+01:00

We've talked about idioms a lot here on the Bespeaking blog (English idioms, Sports Idioms, and More Idioms), but it's only because English speakers use them so much! And all this talk about idioms had us asking, "Where do they come from?" So this week we did some research on several English phrases to find out the origins (as well as the meanings). Check out these 5 crazy stories below and pepper your speech with our findings. Raining Cats and Dogs   Meaning: If it's raining cats and dogs, unfortunately you're not going to find your new furry best friend [...]

English Phrases: Their Origins and Meanings2022-08-31T14:19:24+01:00

Sports Idioms – Learn English Sports Idioms Used in Daily English

2024-01-25T11:49:09+01:00

The biggest sporting event of the year in the US was this past Sunday night: the Super Bowl! I have to say, after living in Germany for so long (and not being the biggest football fan in the first place), I wasn't aware that the Super Bowl was on until after it had already happened. Whoops! However, it got me thinking about how many sports idioms we have in English and wow... are there a lot of them! Here are some of our favorite sports idioms with explanations as to what they mean and which sport they come from: Par [...]

Sports Idioms – Learn English Sports Idioms Used in Daily English2024-01-25T11:49:09+01:00

How to Say “Sorry” in English

2022-10-30T21:35:18+01:00

We all make mistakes and learning how to say sorry in English (or any language) can be extraordinarily (very) helpful. From bumping into someone accidentally on the street, to what you could say to a friend, or what you could say if you offend someone (although we hope this doesn't happen), here are some ways you can say sorry in English! I'm sorry "I'm sorry" is a good, quick way to apologize to someone if you happen to bump into them (lightly touch someone) or if you have made a mistake. It's not too serious, as in you haven't offended (insulted, hurt their [...]

How to Say “Sorry” in English2022-10-30T21:35:18+01:00
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