Author: Joanna Kawrow

Social English – at the restaurant

Social English – at the restaurant

Weekeend is coming, let’s start counting! Whether you plan to go out for a lunch with friends or colleagues, or have a dinner in the restaurant, it’s always worth to revise expressions related with that topic. Here are some useful expressions for ordering meals in the restaurant and dealing with problems with meals: WHAT YOU SAY We’d like a table for two, please. I have a reservation under the name of Jones. Could you bring us the menu, please? Do you have a set menu? Could you bring us the salt/pepper/olive oil/vinegar, please? I’ll have the soup as a starter. I’ll have the steak for the main course. I’ll have […]

Silent letters in English

Silent letters in English

Silent letters are letters that you can’t hear when you say the word, but that are there when you write the word. Silent letters can distinguish between homophones, e.g. in/inn; be/bee; lent/leant. This is an aid to readers already familiar with both words. Silent letters may give an insight into the meaning or origin of a word, e.g. vineyard suggests vines more than the phonetic ‘vinyard’ would. Silent letters help to show long vowels e.g. rid/ride Silent letters help to show ‘hard’ consonants e.g. guest/gest They can help to connect different forms of the same word e.g. resign/resignation   Silent B Silent C Silent D Silent G Silent H aplomb […]

Conditionals through songs

Conditionals through songs

GRAMMAR DOES NOT HAVE TO BE BORING! Have you ever wondered how it would be if you were born a boy or a girl? This is a great song to practise especially conditionals, but not only. You can also learn a few useful, interesting expressions and words while listening and later singing this song. Today we focus on grammar, so tell me… Which conditional? The title ‘If I were a boy‘ refers to: a(n)realunrealsituation inpastpresentfuturetime and so is the first part of afirstsecondthirdconditional. which is constructed with: ‘if‘ +present simplepast simplepast perfect in the ‘if’ clause , andwill + 1st formwould + 1st formwould have + 3rd form in the […]

Using Songs in Class

Using Songs in Class

Whether teaching English to children or adults, using songs in the English language classroom enriches our English lessons,making English learning a natural as well as an enjoyable and valuable experience for our students. What makes music such a great teaching tool? It is known to have broad psychological benefits and it relaxes students. It connects all cultures and languages. This makes it one of the best and most motivating resources in the classroom, regardless of the age or background of the learner. Planning for the use of songs in class The process of selecting a song is one of the most difficult aspects of using music in a lesson. Here […]

Building relationships in business and everyday life – phrasal verbs everyone must know!

Building relationships in business and everyday life – phrasal verbs everyone must know!

Phrasal verbs are usually two-word phrases consisting of verb + adverb or verb + preposition. Think of them as you would about any other English vocabulary. Study them as you come across them, in the context, rather than trying to memorize many at once. These phrasal verbs will help you sound like native- speakers, both at work and in your personal life. You can easly learn them by coping them on sticky notes and sticking them around your kitchen, until you learn them by heart. It’s a tried and tested learning technique. Trust me. Be ready for another set of new vocabulary from me soon:) Stay tuned. FIND OUT- to […]

Benefits of blended learning

Benefits of blended learning

Blended learning acknowledges that we now live in a digital age and the ways in which we work, socialise and learn are changing. People are now used to receiving a continuous stream of digital information at a fast pace and incorporating it into their daily working and social lives – so why should the classroom be any different? Face-to-Face It is best to think of blended learning as an additional element to the classroom and one which supports existing teaching practices. It combines many of the best elements of face-to-face teaching (personalised learning, social interaction and direct contact with the language) while allowing greater variety and flexibility than a traditional […]

6 Ways to say it’s very hot!

6 Ways to say it’s very hot!

We are currently having a heatwave like nothing since the 1970’s! What is the weather like where you are? If it’s very hot, here’s what you could say… It’s sweltering! It’s boiling hot! We’re having a heatwave! It’s like a furnace/oven outside! It’s so hot you can fry an egg on the pavement! It’s scorching!

How to Easily Learn English Irregular Verbs

How to Easily Learn English Irregular Verbs

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Asking for and giving directions

Asking for and giving directions

Nobody likes getting lost – especially in a strange country where you don’t speak the language well! These two small helpful tables will make sure you can ask for directions in English – and also help other people by giving them directions. Enjoy your trip! Asking for Directions Could you tell me how to get to …. (the bus station) ? How do I find … (Trafalgar Square) ? Pardon me! I’m lost. How do I get to … (Regent’s Street) ? Which is the best way to … (the supermarket) ? Could you direct me to … (the Police Station) ? Which way do I go to get to […]