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Loan Words from Irish

2024-06-27T11:52:38+01:00

If you've been following Bespeaking for any length (long) of time, you know that we love our loan words! Loan words are always fascinating (really interesting) because they help to show how languages work together and borrow (take) from each other... especially English. Some of you may not know that Irish is its own language, not just an accent spoken by the Irish people! We get some very interesting and useful words from the Irish language. So, if you've been looking to expand your English (and Irish) knowledge, this may just be the blog for you. Check out these other [...]

Loan Words from Irish2024-06-27T11:52:38+01:00

Most Commonly Confused Words: Part 2

2023-03-01T16:16:26+01:00

English is full of things that can be confusing. There are words that sound the same (like wear and where), words that are spelled the same but have different meanings (like right and right?), and phrases that sound confusing (like jumbo shrimp). Here is our second list of the most commonly confused words in English that throw even native speakers for a loop. Check out our first list of commonly confused words, too! If you're a native speaker, use this blog as a quiz to see how well you know some of the most commonly confused words. If you're learning English, use our lists to enhance your vocabulary. No [...]

Most Commonly Confused Words: Part 22023-03-01T16:16:26+01:00

Conversation Topics to Avoid in English

2023-03-01T16:04:23+01:00

When you're learning a new language, there are all sorts of things to keep in mind (remember, think about). New vocabulary, conversation starters, pronunciation tips... there's so much to think about when trying to form a sentence. However, there are a few things you don't have to wonder about at all! Mainly, there are a few conversation topics to avoid (not speak about) when speaking with native English speakers. Of course, these conversation topics to avoid don't apply when speaking with good friends, but it's always good to test the waters (try) first to make sure you don't offend anyone! Here [...]

Conversation Topics to Avoid in English2023-03-01T16:04:23+01:00

English Bathroom Vocabulary – Easy English

2023-03-01T16:00:38+01:00

Learning English has a lot of ins and outs (details, parts). There's so much vocabulary to learn! Learning any language means you learn how to talk about all parts of life. Sometimes you need to start with the basics (first, normal things). In this month's Easy English Blog, we'll go over (talk/write about) some of the basics. After reading this blog, you'll be able to use all of the English bathroom vocabulary you need! The next time you need to talk about the bathroom, you will be well prepared. There's absolutely nothing to worry (have fear) about with Bespeaking on [...]

English Bathroom Vocabulary – Easy English2023-03-01T16:00:38+01:00

Root Word Cult: to Grow

2023-03-01T15:53:17+01:00

You may have heard the word cult in reference to extreme religious sects. I don't know about you, but I think a good documentary about a cult is fascinating! But did you know that the root word cult actually means "to grow"? If you think about the word cult when it comes to the religious meaning, they definitely grow out of a certain belief. If you take a look at the words that have the root word cult in them in English, you'll see that they all have something to do with things growing. Whether it's a culture that develops in a society, or viticulturists (people who grow grapes to be turned into wine), [...]

Root Word Cult: to Grow2023-03-01T15:53:17+01:00

Portuguese Loan Words

2023-03-01T14:49:07+01:00

The history of Portuguese and English is long and storied. Many of the Portuguese loan words we have in English today are from the Age of Discovery, when Portuguese explorers (people who traveled the world to “discover” new land) were coming to the New World and interacting (talking) with sailors from all over the world. If you've been wanting to learn Portuguese, then you're in luck! With our blog, you'll be well on your way with all of the Portuguese loan words we have in English, and Bespeaking now offers Portuguese lessons. To help you get started with your new [...]

Portuguese Loan Words2023-03-01T14:49:07+01:00

New Ways to Say Happy New Year in English

2023-02-24T15:20:07+01:00

Christmas is over now and it's time to start looking towards a new year. We hope you made it through the Christmas season relatively stress-free, and that you were able to enjoy lots of time with your family and friends. As the new year approaches, perhaps you're wondering about some new ways to say Happy New Year to the people in your life. While we all know the traditional holiday greetings, they can start to seem a bit old and tired when you use them year after year. That's why this year we wanted to give you some alternatives to [...]

New Ways to Say Happy New Year in English2023-02-24T15:20:07+01:00

Commonly Confused Words in English

2023-02-24T15:10:16+01:00

We've said it before, and we'll say it again: English is a tough (hard) language to learn. So if you've decided to take on the challenge of learning English, good for you! You deserve a pat on the back (to be congratulated). One of the most difficult things about learning English is all of the commonly confused words. This can even be tough for native speakers! If you're learning English, and even if you're a native speaker looking to freshen up your vocabulary, these commonly confused words are great to have down pat (learn perfectly, know well). Or try out these commonly [...]

Commonly Confused Words in English2023-02-24T15:10:16+01:00

Say Thank You to Someone in an Email in English

2023-02-24T15:01:37+01:00

Knowing how to write a proper (fitting, suitable, appropriate) email is an important skill to have in English. We write emails all the time, both in business and in our private lives, so knowing how to sign off (end an email) properly will leave a good last impression on your reader. That's why this week we decided to focus on how to thank someone in an email in English. In case you've missed it in the past, you can find more great tips in our blog in Formal Business Email language. Thank you in advance (for...) Sometimes you need to ask [...]

Say Thank You to Someone in an Email in English2023-02-24T15:01:37+01:00

TV English Vocabulary

2023-02-24T14:22:38+01:00

I'm going to let you in on (tell you) a little secret: you can watch TV and learn English at the same time! TV English is the best example of informal, spoken English, and picking up (learning by hearing) a few phrases can increase your natural speech and understanding better than anything else. Honestly. I always tell my students that watching TV and movies is a totally acceptable form of homework because it's an excellent way to practice your developing language skills as TV English is full of great idioms, collective nouns, common abbreviations and business English idioms. If you've [...]

TV English Vocabulary2023-02-24T14:22:38+01:00

Pet Vocabulary in English- Easy English Blog

2023-02-03T12:47:46+01:00

Do you have any pets? Do you have a dog or a cat? A goldfish or a guinea pig? Having a furry (with fur, the coat on an animal) companion in life can be a lot of fun! But how do you talk about your pets in English? This week is all about pet vocabulary in English. Pets are great, but they can be a lot of work. You have to feed a pet. You have to take dogs outside to use the “bathroom.” And, of course, all pets need some cuddles (hugs and love)! Practice this pet vocabulary to learn to talk [...]

Pet Vocabulary in English- Easy English Blog2023-02-03T12:47:46+01:00

Cell Phone English – Everything Mobile

2023-02-03T12:43:43+01:00

Believe it or not, I love being disconnected from the world. Vacations where I don't have my phone or my data plan doesn't work are my favorite. Everyone is so attached to their phones nowadays (including me!) that I really enjoy being away from it for a few days. If you're learning English, there's a whole bunch (a lot!) of cell phone English that comes with the modern, connected world. As always, Bespeaking is stepping in (coming) to help you learn some of the finer points of the English language. This week, we're focusing on cell phone English vocabulary and [...]

Cell Phone English – Everything Mobile2023-02-03T12:43:43+01:00
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