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LanguageCert now official exam for Australian Visa Applications
2 meses ago

LanguageCert now official exam for Australian Visa Applications

In another boost for LanguageCert, the Australian government has appointed LanguageCert Academic as the official English language test provider for all visas that require proof of English proficiency. This development…

English Phrases You’ll Actually Use on Holiday
3 meses ago

English Phrases You’ll Actually Use on Holiday

Heading off on a holiday soon? Whether you’re visiting an English-speaking country or just want to practise your skills, knowing a few key phrases can make all the difference. Forget…

Your Holiday English Challenge: 14 Days, 14 Mini Tasks
3 meses ago

Your Holiday English Challenge: 14 Days, 14 Mini Tasks

Looking for a fun way to keep practising English over the holidays? We’ve got just the thing!   Welcome to the Holiday English Challenge: 14 days, 14 mini tasks to…

The Art of Puns: Playing on Words
5 meses 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
6 meses 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
6 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!
6 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…

The Blackout/Apagón in Spain- Podcast
6 meses ago

The Blackout/Apagón in Spain- Podcast

What did you do during the blackout? Go to our website to read the blogpost with all the vocabulary you need to know to survive a power cut! Check out…

Surviving a Power Cut (and Learning English at the Same Time!)
6 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
6 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…

Easter Origins and Thumbnails- Podcast
7 meses ago

Easter Origins and Thumbnails- Podcast

In this episode, we´re talking about Easter - not just chocolate eggs and the Easter Bunny, but also the deeper meaning behind it. Whether you celebrate or not, we think…

Talking about Likes and Dislikes B1/B2
7 meses ago

Talking about Likes and Dislikes B1/B2

In this episode, we´re looking at natural English expressions to talk about things you love and things you´re ‘not a fan of’. These phrases will help you sound more confident…

Mastering the reading part of the exam
7 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…

Jump into Spring B2+ Podcast
8 meses ago

Jump into Spring B2+ Podcast

Today we´re springing into action with an episode all about Spring! We’ll explore expressions, traditions, general vocabulary, myths and how spring affects our mood. Let’s jump in! Download the PDF…

St. Patrick's Day: Exploring Irish expressions
8 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…

Mastering Dipthong Pronunciation- Podcast
8 meses ago

Mastering Dipthong Pronunciation- Podcast

Pronunciation is an important aspect of the English language. Today´s episode focuses on dipthongs, two vowel sounds together that we use all the time! Download the PDF and if you…

Love in words: Valentine’s Day Idioms and Expressions
9 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…

Using Conditional Structures in Speaking
9 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…

Understanding Dependent Prepositions
9 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…

Irregular Verb Pronunciation Part 2 Podcast
9 meses ago

Irregular Verb Pronunciation Part 2 Podcast

Irregular verbs are difficult because the pronunciation is so different for the present and past versions! Let's listen to the second half of the most common irregular verbs in English!…

Irregular Verb Pronunciation Part 1 Podcast
10 meses ago

Irregular Verb Pronunciation Part 1 Podcast

Irregular verbs are difficult because the pronunciation is so different for the present and past versions! Let´s listen to the first half of the most common irregular verbs in English!…

New Year Expressions- Podcast
10 meses ago

New Year Expressions- Podcast

To start the year, we need some vocabulary to focus on our goals in English! Here are 10 expressions we use to talk about our objectives. Download the PDF and…

Choosing and Sticking to New Year’s Resolutions
10 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
11 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…

Stocking Stuffers C1+ Filling Your Language Bag with Christmas Cheer
11 meses ago

Stocking Stuffers C1+ Filling Your Language Bag with Christmas Cheer

It's that time of the year again! Daway presents 'Stocking Stuffers: Filling Your Language Bag with Christmas Cheer.' Get your hot chocolate ready because we unwrap some festive linguistic treats.…

Car and Driving Vocabulary Podcast
11 meses ago

Car and Driving Vocabulary Podcast

We´re looking at vocabulary about parts of the car, verbs for driving and general words that you need to know when driving in English speaking countries. Let´s go! Check out…

Exploring common winter expressions
11 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"
11 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…

All About Thanksgiving Podcast
11 meses ago

All About Thanksgiving Podcast

Today, we’re talking about one of the most celebrated holidays in the United States—Thanksgiving! Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude, family, and, of course, delicious food. But do you know…

The Yorkshire Accent Podcast
12 meses ago

The Yorkshire Accent Podcast

Accents are a great way to improve your English.The Yorkshire accent is one of the most iconic accents to hear from the UK! Louis Tomlinson from One Direction has a…

Phrasal Verbs You Should Know - A2/B1
1 año ago

Phrasal Verbs You Should Know - A2/B1

Phrasal verbs are an important element of English vocabulary. Learn about some of the most common ones in this week's podcast! Download the PDF and remember to use the code…

Autumn/Fall Vocabulary
1 año ago

Autumn/Fall Vocabulary

 Here are some fantastic new words for you to learn for the Autumn season, from food to adjectives! At the end, Teacher Aurelia has some films to watch that…

Long Vowel Sounds- Pronunciation Clinic
1 año ago

Long Vowel Sounds- Pronunciation Clinic

There are 5 long vowel sounds. In this podcast, we are looking at the sounds with :    Pronunciation is an important aspect in gaining fluency in English so it…

Level up your informal writing with these phrasal verbs!
1 año 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…

Mastering Conversation Idioms (B2-C1)
1 año ago

Mastering Conversation Idioms (B2-C1)

When it comes to speaking and in some cases informal writing tasks, the use of idioms can really help to add a more authentic feel to your English and also…

Mastering Formal and Informal Writing for Exams
1 año ago

Mastering Formal and Informal Writing for Exams

Prepare for your exams by mastering the use of formal and informal language with some examples and inspired exam questions!

British vs. American English: What’s the difference?
1 año ago

British vs. American English: What’s the difference?

English is a diverse language which has been influenced by the many countries that speak it. Jack explains the differences between US and UK English here.

Brighten Up Your Vocabulary: Phrasal Verbs for Weather Talk
1 año ago

Brighten Up Your Vocabulary: Phrasal Verbs for Weather Talk

Teacher Jack introduces some commonly used phrasal verbs used to talk about the weather in English. Check out the worksheet too!

It-clauses for Speaking- B1- Podcast
1 año ago

It-clauses for Speaking- B1- Podcast

It-Clauses are an easy way to emphasize information when speaking. This simple grammar point uses ‘it’ and ‘when’, for example: I love it when…

Learning in the Sun: Exploring Summer Vocabulary
1 año ago

Learning in the Sun: Exploring Summer Vocabulary

Teacher Jack explains common words and expressions used in the summer season related to the weather and popular activities during this season.

Grappling Grammar: past habits and used to
1 año ago

Grappling Grammar: past habits and used to

Teacher Jack explains how to express past habits in English with the use of the past expression "used to".

Fixed Expressions- C2- Podcast
1 año ago

Fixed Expressions- C2- Podcast

Today we are looking at fixed expressions with ‘and’, specifically for C2 students.

Grappling Grammar: Relative Clauses & Pronouns
1 año ago

Grappling Grammar: Relative Clauses & Pronouns

Teacher Jack explains the uses of relative pronouns and clauses with examples.

Phrasal Verbs for Work- Podcast
1 año ago

Phrasal Verbs for Work- Podcast

Phrasal Verbs are a natural form of communication in English. Here are 10 phrasal verbs that you can use in a work environment.

Grappling Grammar: Using the Conditionals
1 año ago

Grappling Grammar: Using the Conditionals

Jack explains the uses of the zero, first, second and third conditional tenses with examples.

AEIOU - Long and Short Vowel Sounds- Podcast
1 año ago

AEIOU - Long and Short Vowel Sounds- Podcast

When spelling words in English, a lot of Spanish speakers have problems with the vowel sounds, especially A E I because, for example, Spanish i sounds like the capital letter…

Grappling Grammar: The Passive Voice
1 año ago

Grappling Grammar: The Passive Voice

In this post, Jack explains the purpose and use of the passive voice with examples and translations.

B1 Dictations #1- Podcast
1 año ago

B1 Dictations #1- 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! 

Grappling Grammar: Prepositions of Place
1 año ago

Grappling Grammar: Prepositions of Place

in this post, Jack explains the uses of the prepositions of place with some examples.

May the Fourth Be With You: The Impact of Star Wars on English
2 años ago

May the Fourth Be With You: The Impact of Star Wars on English

In today's post, teacher Jack discusses the cultural impact of the film saga, Star Wars on the English language and speaking world.

Let's Chat! - Getting to Know Anthony Cockings
2 años ago

Let's Chat! - Getting to Know Anthony Cockings

Today's episode is a dialogue between Aurelia and Anthony. Conversations between natives is a great way to improve your listening skills!

Grappling Grammar: The present and the past perfect tenses.
2 años ago

Grappling Grammar: The present and the past perfect tenses.

Jack explains the differences between the present and past perfect tenses in this post.

The Complicated A Sounds- Podcast
2 años ago

The Complicated A Sounds- Podcast

In this Pronunciation Clinic series, we have done 4 episodes on different sounds. Today we are focusing on 6 different sounds that we use for A. 

The Legacy of St. Patrick's Day: From Ancient Origins to Global Celebration
2 años ago

The Legacy of St. Patrick's Day: From Ancient Origins to Global Celebration

Learn with teacher Jack about the origins of St. Patrick's Day and how it is celebrated today across the world!

Fun Facts about Ireland- Podcast
2 años ago

Fun Facts about Ireland- Podcast

Ireland is a country steeped in rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes. So, whether you're sipping a cup of tea or enjoying a pint of Guinness, get ready to…

Frequency Adverbs + Expressions- Grammar Refresh- Podcast
2 años ago

Frequency Adverbs + Expressions- Grammar Refresh- Podcast

This week’s podcast focuses on adverbs of frequency and frequency expressions. It’s a good idea to refresh your grammar “every now and then” - de vez en cuando. 

Grappling Grammar: Frequency Adverbs.
2 años ago

Grappling Grammar: Frequency Adverbs.

Teachers Jack and Aurelia explain the use of frequency adverbs and other other time expressions.

Opinionated Vocabulary B2+ Improve Your Speaking- Podcast
2 años ago

Opinionated Vocabulary B2+ Improve Your Speaking- Podcast

Teacher Aurelia shares some vocabulary for you to use instead of ‘I think’ and ín my opinion’. This is a perfect opportunity for you to show your level of speaking…

False Friends: Common Pitfalls in English and Spanish
2 años ago

False Friends: Common Pitfalls in English and Spanish

  Language is a bridge that connects people across cultures, allowing us to communicate and understand one another. However, this bridge can sometimes be fraught with pitfalls, especially when encountering…

Going To The Doctor- Improve Your English Speaking
2 años ago

Going To The Doctor- Improve Your English Speaking

Going to the doctor can be scary. Talking to a doctor in a different language is even more scary! Today, Aurelia goes through the basic vocabulary that you need to…

Grappling Grammar: Preposition of time.
2 años ago

Grappling Grammar: Preposition of time.

In this installment of Grappling Grammar, we look at the use of in on and at when talking about time.

Podcast- Love in Language - Phrases and Expressions
2 años ago

Podcast- Love in Language - Phrases and Expressions

Join Teacher Aurelia as she unravels the nuances of affection, romance, and connection in the English language. Whether you're a language learner or a language lover, this episode is designed…

Unveiling the Origins and Traditions of Valentine's Day.
2 años ago

Unveiling the Origins and Traditions of Valentine's Day.

As February unfolds, hearts adorned with red hues and whispers of affection fill the air, marking the arrival of Valentine's Day. Originating from ancient Roman traditions, Valentine's Day has evolved…

Podcast- Pronunciation Clinic: The Schwa Sound
2 años ago

Podcast- Pronunciation Clinic: The Schwa Sound

In this episode of the Pronunciation Clinic, teacher Aurelia looks at a very important sound in English, the lazy sound schwa.

Podcast- Error Correction for Spanish Speakers B1/B2
2 años ago

Podcast- Error Correction for Spanish Speakers B1/B2

Teacher Aurelia goes through some typical errors that students make when speaking in English, from using the wrong preposition to directly translating from Spanish to English. By correcting these small…

Understanding ing forms
2 años ago

Understanding ing forms

Hello again and welcome back to another post from our Grappling Grammar series. In this week’s entry, we will be discussing the main uses of the ing form or the…

Count me out! Grasping the use of countable and uncountable nouns.
2 años ago

Count me out! Grasping the use of countable and uncountable nouns.

Hello and welcome back to our Grappling Grammar series where we break down and help you to understand some of the most complex areas of English grammar. In today’s blog…

To infinitive and beyond! What are state verbs?
2 años ago

To infinitive and beyond! What are state verbs?

State verbs are verbs that are related to thoughts and opinions (states of being) rather than verbs that relate to an action, also known as dynamic verbs. In general, these…

Using the present perfect simple and continuous.
2 años ago

Using the present perfect simple and continuous.

When it comes to understanding English grammar, practice makes perfect. In this week’s post, practice will make the present perfect as we go over how to correctly use this verb…

Understanding the past simple and the past continuous.
2 años ago

Understanding the past simple and the past continuous.

Learning how to use the past tenses correctly is a key part of learning English. In today’s blog, we will explain the different uses of the past simple and past…

Grappling Grammar: Comparatives and Superlatives. 
2 años ago

Grappling Grammar: Comparatives and Superlatives. 

Hello and welcome to another installment of Grappling Grammar! In today’s post we will explain the use and purpose of comparatives and superlatives to help to give your English level…

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