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8 Parts of Speech in English – Easy English

2023-02-03T11:59:08+01:00

Ask a native speaker what a part of speech in English is and they may not know the answer. A part of speech is something that native speakers learn very early in school to explain the parts of a sentence. Sometimes, it's easy to forget the parts of speech- we don’t talk about them everyday. However, they're all necessary (needed) to build (make) sentences. There are eight parts of speech in English. Every word in the English language is one of these parts of speech. Are you learning English for the first time? Do you need a good review of the basic [...]

8 Parts of Speech in English – Easy English2023-02-03T11:59:08+01:00

Practice Speaking English Alone – Easy English Blog

2023-02-03T11:39:13+01:00

You don't need to have a practice partner around you to practice your English. You always have a practice partner with you! Don't believe me? We have some ideas to practice speaking English alone so you can have some easy conversations with yourself! Some people may think it's weird (strange, uncomfortable) to practice speaking English alone, but it's perfect and works really well. I do it all the time. No one will judge (make an opinion about) you for doing it, you get to practice speaking, you can see how the language feels in your mouth and sounds in your [...]

Practice Speaking English Alone – Easy English Blog2023-02-03T11:39:13+01:00

V and F Sounds in English – Easy English Blog

2023-02-03T11:22:13+01:00

English pronunciation can be tricky (difficult, complicated). It takes a lot of practice to pronounce some words correctly. Two sounds that can be hard to pronounce (say) are the V and F sounds. For example, what's the difference between live and leaf? Good pronunciation means that other people can understand you easily (very easy). This is important when speaking because you want to communicate well! V (/v/) and F (/f/) sounds are paired together because they're in the same position in your mouth when you say them. That definitely makes things a little easier. We'll break it down (make it [...]

V and F Sounds in English – Easy English Blog2023-02-03T11:22:13+01:00

How to Say Yes in English – Easy English Blog

2023-01-31T16:28:48+01:00

One of the first words you learned in English was probably yes. But did you know there is more than one way to say it? Just like how to say no and how to say sorry, there are many different ways to say yes in English. They can be very formal or very informal. Having more than one way to say yes will make you sound more fluent (perfect). Try some of these new “yes” phrases to your vocabulary to sound more like a native speaker. Yes We're sure you know this one already. Yes can be used all the time. However, it is a little more [...]

How to Say Yes in English – Easy English Blog2023-01-31T16:28:48+01:00

Non-Verbal Communication – Easy English Blog

2023-01-31T16:13:47+01:00

Learning a language is more than learning words. Sometimes you need to learn to speak body language, too. It is just as important to be able to read someone’s non-verbal communication (aka body language), as it is to speak the language. You can learn a lot from body language. People do not always say exactly what they mean, but their body says a lot. Here are some easy signs of non-verbal communication to keep an eye out for (to look for, watch for). Rolling Eyes Have you ever seen anyone roll their eyes (move their eyes in a circle)? Do [...]

Non-Verbal Communication – Easy English Blog2023-01-31T16:13:47+01:00

Negative Prefixes -make a noun, verb, adverb, & adjective negative – Easy English Blog

2023-01-31T15:59:37+01:00

We all know English can be tough. That's why we write the Easy English blog! If you need to learn English online, this is the perfect place for you. This week, we're looking at negative prefixes in English. A prefix is a few letters at the beginning of a word. It can change the meaning of the word. Negative prefixes make the meaning of the word negative or have the contrary meaning. Here are some tips to make words negative in English: Negative prefixes Here are all the negative prefixes in English: a-, dis-, il-, im-, in-, ir-, non-, un-. Each of these prefixes goes together with certain (special, individual) words. [...]

Negative Prefixes -make a noun, verb, adverb, & adjective negative – Easy English Blog2023-01-31T15:59:37+01:00

Also, Too, and Either – Easy English Blog

2023-01-31T15:39:39+01:00

Learning the smaller points of English can be tricky (hard)- especially when it comes to words like also, too, and either. These three words may seem to say the same thing, but they're all a little different. Here you can find some explanations (definitions, reasons), as well as some practice sentences for you to try on your own (by yourself)! Also, Too, and Either- a summary Negative idea + agree = either Positive idea + agree (end of sentence)= too Positive idea + agree (middle of sentence) = also Either Either is used in negative sentences, and adds an agreeing [...]

Also, Too, and Either – Easy English Blog2023-01-31T15:39:39+01:00

Do in English- Easy English Blog

2023-01-31T15:30:55+01:00

Many of my students have asked about the word do in English- not the verb “to do,” but the auxiliary word do. As a non-native speaker, this tiny word can be confusing because (almost) no other language has do like English does. When do you use do in English? How should you use do in English? Bespeaking is here to answer your questions with this month's Easy English blog about when to use do in English. There are very clear ways to use this word, so read on for more information! Or check out this article from the Economist for something a little more challenging: Ask Johnson: What’s the “do” [...]

Do in English- Easy English Blog2023-01-31T15:30:55+01:00

Give Directions in English – Easy English Blog

2023-01-31T15:16:26+01:00

Are you in a new city and a little lost (don’t know where you are)? Why not use English to get around (move in the city, find your way)? You can ask or give directions in English! English can be very useful in a foreign (new, unfamiliar) city. If you don't speak the local language, use English. It is the lingua franca, after all. Chances are high (you have a good possibility/chance) you can find someone who speaks English to help you. Here are some of the best ways to ask for or give directions in English. How do you [...]

Give Directions in English – Easy English Blog2023-01-31T15:16:26+01:00

This, That, These, and Those- Easy English Blog

2023-01-29T19:08:30+01:00

One of the questions I get the most from students is the difference between this, that, these, and those. If you're learning English, they can be tricky. These words are very common in English, so it's important to know the difference. This week we'll be explaining the differences, so you can speak with confidence (security, sureness)! What are This, That, These, and Those? This, that, these, and those are demonstrative-we use them to "point to" people and things. This and that are singular, and these and those are plural. Have you ever heard someone say, "Can you hand me that [...]

This, That, These, and Those- Easy English Blog2023-01-29T19:08:30+01:00

Hotel English Phrases-Easy English

2023-01-29T18:56:50+01:00

When travelling for business or vacation, you will probably be staying at a hotel, an Air BnB accommodation, or a cozy (comfortable) hostel. No matter where you are staying, you will need to have some hotel English phrases on hand (quickly to use) so that you can communicate with the desk staff. We’ve collected some great phrases for you to use during your next stay! I would like to check in/check out. (ˈaɪ wəd ˈlaɪk ˈtuː ˈtʃɛk ˈɪn / ˈtʃɛk ˈaʊt.) When you arrive at a hotel, after you’ve greeted (said hello to) the desk staff, you will want to [...]

Hotel English Phrases-Easy English2023-01-29T18:56:50+01:00

Stay Motivated While Learning a Language – Easy English Blog

2023-01-29T18:45:36+01:00

Learning a new language is like forming a habit (something you do without thinking). You have to stay interesting and engaged to keep going if you want to make progress. But what are some good ways to stay motivated while learning a language? But just like forming a new habit, learning a new language takes motivation. You have to keep at it (continue with it) in order to get better. But sometimes you can get burnt out (have no more desire), lose your motivation, or even just get bored. In addition to some other tips we offered in a previous blog [...]

Stay Motivated While Learning a Language – Easy English Blog2023-01-29T18:45:36+01:00
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