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Keeping your English fresh over the summer
1 semana ago

Keeping your English fresh over the summer

The holidays are a great time to relax and recharge, but that doesn’t mean your English skills have to take a break too! Whether you’re travelling, staying at home, or…

Summer in the UK? The best destinations to explore!
2 semanas ago

Summer in the UK? The best destinations to explore!

The Summer holidays are just around the corner and I’m sure that some of you are thinking about taking a trip! Instead of heading to the same destinations as most…

Grappling Grammar: Expressing past and present habits
3 semanas ago

Grappling Grammar: Expressing past and present habits

When talking about habits in English, it’s important to distinguish between present and past habits. We use different structures to convey these ideas clearly. Here’s how: Expressing Present Habits To…

Exploring traditional sports from the UK!
1 mes ago

Exploring traditional sports from the UK!

The United Kingdom has a rich sporting heritage, with many of its traditional games having deep historical roots and a passionate following. From the roar of football stadiums to the…

The Art of Puns: Playing on Words
1 mes ago

The Art of Puns: Playing on Words

Puns are a controversial cornerstone of British humour but what are puns and how can you make them? A pun (juego de palabras en español) or a play on words…

British Culture: Exploring British Cuisine
1 mes ago

British Culture: Exploring British Cuisine

When it comes to food, the UK often has a bad reputation; it is often described as bland, boring or even unhealthy. While it is true that there are many…

Exploring Cockney Rhyming Slang
2 meses ago

Exploring Cockney Rhyming Slang

The United Kingdom is home to a diverse mix of different accents and dialects. In previous posts and podcasts, we talked about the curiosities of Yorkshire and the accent and…

Welcome the Spring with these expressions!
2 meses ago

Welcome the Spring with these expressions!

It is May and we are officially deep into the Spring season. Spring is a time of renewal, birth and new beginnings. It is a time filled with vibrant and…

Exploring the origins and traditions of May Day
2 meses ago

Exploring the origins and traditions of May Day

Hello all and welcome to this week’s blog post. Today we are going to take on a more cultural focus and discuss the origins and traditions  of the holiday of…

Surviving a Power Cut (and Learning English at the Same Time!)
2 meses ago

Surviving a Power Cut (and Learning English at the Same Time!)

Yesterday, the whole of Spain went dark. No electricity. No internet. No mobile signal. For over 12 hours, we were truly off the grid. It felt like something out of…

Be careful with these words! False friends in English
2 meses ago

Be careful with these words! False friends in English

Hello everyone and welcome to today’s blog post. In this week’s entry we will be talking about a curious element of the English language and that is, false friends. False…

Writing a Proposal: Cambridge C1
3 meses ago

Writing a Proposal: Cambridge C1

Writing a proposal in the Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE) exam requires a structured approach, formal language, and clear organisation. Proposals are typically written to suggest improvements, evaluate a situation, or…

How to Stay Calm During Your Speaking Exam
3 meses ago

How to Stay Calm During Your Speaking Exam

Taking an English speaking exam can feel daunting, but with the right preparation and mindset, you can boost your confidence and perform at your best. Here are some practical tips…

Mastering the reading part of the exam
3 meses ago

Mastering the reading part of the exam

For many English exam students, the reading part of the exam in either Cambridge or LanguageCert can be one of the more difficult sections of the assessment. This is not…

The Origins and Traditions of April Fools' Day
3 meses ago

The Origins and Traditions of April Fools' Day

April Fools’ Day, celebrated on 1st April each year, is a time for pranks, hoaxes, and general mischief. But where does this unusual tradition come from, and how has it…

The Best Films for improving your English!
4 meses ago

The Best Films for improving your English!

Watching films is a fantastic way to improve your English skills. Not only does it help with listening comprehension, but it also teaches you natural expressions, pronunciation, and cultural references.…

St. Patrick's Day: Exploring Irish expressions
4 meses ago

St. Patrick's Day: Exploring Irish expressions

St. Patrick’s Day is a time of celebration, honouring Ireland’s patron saint and embracing all things Irish. While many revel in the parades, music, and of course, a pint of…

Why choose a LanguageCert exam?
4 meses ago

Why choose a LanguageCert exam?

For those looking to certify their English proficiency, LanguageCert offers a flexible and stress-free alternative to traditional exams. Whether you're applying for university, a job, or an official government position,…

Mastering discussions in your speaking exam!
4 meses ago

Mastering discussions in your speaking exam!

If you’re preparing for an English language exam, such as those offered by Cambridge or LanguageCert, you may already know that the topic discussion (Part 3) of the speaking section…

8 Great Book Recommendations for English Learners
5 meses ago

8 Great Book Recommendations for English Learners

Reading is a fantastic way to improve your English skills while enjoying gripping stories or learning something new. Choosing the right book can make all the difference, especially for learners…

Love in words: Valentine’s Day Idioms and Expressions
5 meses ago

Love in words: Valentine’s Day Idioms and Expressions

Valentine's Day is a time to celebrate love, romance, and the connections that bind us together. Whether you're penning a heartfelt card, whispering sweet nothings, or simply marvelling at the…

B1 Dictations #3 Podcast
5 meses ago

B1 Dictations #3 Podcast

Here are two B1 dictations for you to practise your listening and writing. Don’t forget to download the transcript to check if you did the dictation correctly!    Aquí tienes…

Real Life, Real English Ep 2 - Zuriñe
5 meses ago

Real Life, Real English Ep 2 - Zuriñe

In today´s episode, Anthony chats with Zuriñe, a teacher in Cordoba! They talk about lots of different things, such as London as well as some recommendations that she has! 

Real Life Real English ep 1 - Jack
5 meses ago

Real Life Real English ep 1 - Jack

Welcome to our new series! Jack and Anthony from Daway talk about their love of English. Jack talks about his teaching style and a secret passion that nobody knows about!…

Using Conditional Structures in Speaking
5 meses ago

Using Conditional Structures in Speaking

Conditional structures are a cornerstone of English grammar, offering a way to express possibilities, hypotheses, and outcomes. For English learners, understanding and using conditionals effectively can make your speaking more…

B1 Cambridge Speaking Example Podcast
5 meses ago

B1 Cambridge Speaking Example Podcast

This is an example of the B1 Speaking exam for Cambridge. You can find the example on the Cambridge website. Listen for the vocabulary we used to elevate the vocabulary…

Understanding Dependent Prepositions
5 meses ago

Understanding Dependent Prepositions

Dependent prepositions may sound like an intimidating grammatical concept, but they are an essential part of mastering English—especially for non-native speakers. These prepositions follow certain words (typically verbs, adjectives, or…

10 Great TV Series To Help You With Your English Learning
5 meses ago

10 Great TV Series To Help You With Your English Learning

Who said that learning English had to be all about studying hard and practicing exam exercises? Watching English-language media or reading books can also have a massive impact on your…

Topic discussion LanguageCert speaking tips
6 meses ago

Topic discussion LanguageCert speaking tips

In part 4 of the LanguageCert Speaking exam across all levels, candidates have to talk for a period of time and answer questions afterwards. In A2 and B1, you need…

Talk like a Local: Tips for Informal Speaking
6 meses ago

Talk like a Local: Tips for Informal Speaking

When speaking English in casual settings, using informal language helps you sound more natural and approachable. Informal English is common among friends, family, and colleagues in relaxed environments. Here are…

YOUR WEEKLY ENGLISH TRAINING PLAN!
6 meses ago

YOUR WEEKLY ENGLISH TRAINING PLAN!

If you're not doing this you will never learn English, and it's so simple. Ignore all these courses that say you will be fluent in 20 days. It won't happen.…

Choosing and Sticking to New Year’s Resolutions
6 meses ago

Choosing and Sticking to New Year’s Resolutions

As the New Year approaches, many of us start thinking about making resolutions—those optimistic promises to ourselves to make this year a little better than the last. Yet, year after…

Unwrapping Christmas Idioms and Expressions
7 meses ago

Unwrapping Christmas Idioms and Expressions

With Christmas around the corner, familiar phrases and expressions start popping up like festive ornaments, adding cheer and warmth to our conversations. Some of these idioms have roots in age-old…

Mastering Role Plays- LanguageCert Speaking
7 meses ago

Mastering Role Plays- LanguageCert Speaking

The second part of the LanguageCert speaking exam involves a series of conversations between the candidate and the interlocutor. These role plays can be based on many different settings and…

Exploring common winter expressions
7 meses ago

Exploring common winter expressions

As the cold weather rolls in and the days get shorter, we often turn to language to reflect the seasonal changes around us. Winter, with its frosty mornings and chilly…

Understanding the Difference Between "To" and "For"
7 meses ago

Understanding the Difference Between "To" and "For"

English prepositions can be tricky, and one common source of confusion is knowing when to use "to" and "for". Though both words indicate purpose or direction, they serve different roles…

Prepare for your B1 PET Speaking with these tips
8 meses ago

Prepare for your B1 PET Speaking with these tips

The Cambridge B1 Preliminary (PET) Speaking exam can feel a bit daunting, but with the right preparation and mindset, you’ll be able to approach it with confidence. The test is…

Mastering the Yorkshire accent and dialect
8 meses ago

Mastering the Yorkshire accent and dialect

When it comes to accents and dialects in the English speaking world, you are probably familiar with the stereotypical British accent or the American one. But did you know that…

From London to Edinburgh: The Best UK Locations to Learn English
8 meses ago

From London to Edinburgh: The Best UK Locations to Learn English

One of the best ways to learn a language is to go to a country where the language is spoken and experience it. Whether it’s for an Erasmus exchange or…

Mastering Article Writing- B1
8 meses ago

Mastering Article Writing- B1

Article writing is a key part of the B1 PET Cambridge exam and is a common writing activity in the writing part of the LanguageCert exam. Because of this, it’s…

Listening Exam: Tips and tricks
9 meses ago

Listening Exam: Tips and tricks

For many, the listening part of any English exam is seen as the hardest part and the area that a lot of learners struggle with. This is perfectly normal and…

B1 Email Writing: Tips and Tricks for Success
9 meses ago

B1 Email Writing: Tips and Tricks for Success

In the writing part of the B1 (PET) Cambridge exam there are two parts. In part one you are always given the same type of text: a letter or an…

Spice up your writing: the power of idioms
10 meses ago

Spice up your writing: the power of idioms

Writing exams can be challenging, especially when you are preparing for more advanced levels of English such as B2 or C1. There’s a lot you need to consider, the register,…

Level up your informal writing with these phrasal verbs!
10 meses ago

Level up your informal writing with these phrasal verbs!

In last week’s post we talked about the use of phrasal verbs in formal languages and how they can be used to improve your writing activities. Today we will be…

Boost your formal writing with these phrasal verbs!
10 meses ago

Boost your formal writing with these phrasal verbs!

As we have seen in the past, phrasal verbs are often better suited to informal texts such as letters to friends or family members. However, there are some cases where…

Embracing new beginnings: The Back to School Season
10 meses ago

Embracing new beginnings: The Back to School Season

As the summer draws to a close, September ushers in a season of fresh starts and new opportunities. The back-to-school period is a time of transition, as students of all…

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