Language Tips

You don’t have to be from the United States to know that the country is currently gearing up for another historical election! Debates, drama and dubious amounts of passion, no one does politics quite like the USA, and even though the world is eagerly following along, understanding some of the lingo can be difficult — especially if you’re not a native English speaker. ...

Both American and British English use idioms that use parts of the body to explain ideas. Often these phrases don’t have anything to do with the body, but the idioms express these thoughts easily. Read our idiom compilation to enrich our English vocabulary about part of the body! ...

The English language is famous for not always making sense, and nowhere is this more evident than when it comes to plural nouns. Why does ‘hero’ become ‘heroes’ but ‘piano’ doesn’t become ‘pianoes’? It can be mind-boggling for those learning the language, which is why we’ve created a comprehensive guide on how to pluralize nouns, and the rules (or lack of) surrounding them....

The English language is known for having some confusing spelling rules – which is why there are some words that we always seem to misspell! If you don’t want to rely on spellcheck for the rest of your life, memorize these frequently misspelled words and follow our tips on how to avoid misspelling them in the future. ...

In this modern world, we’re always looking for shortcuts to make our lives easier, whether it’s finding the shortest travel route or buying fast food for dinner – and the English language is no exception. Enter abbreviations!...

What do you normally do in the summer? Whether you are looking to explore warm sandy beaches or take a trip to an exciting cosmopolitan city, this is the perfect opportunity to spend a bit of time learning a new skill like English. ...