Travel English Phrasal Verb: Check in
A phrasal verb is a verb + preposition combination that has a specific meaning. The phrasal verb has a different meaning than the verb by itself. Phrasal verbs are very common in English. Pronunciation tip: Always stress the preposition in a phrasal verb. You should say the preposition in louder and longer than the verb […]
Words in the News: Maria Sharapova
Maria Sharapova is a professional tennis player. She is from Russia. Today she held a press conference (a meeting with reporters) and announced that she had failed a drug test. The press conference was short, but there are some great English expressions you can learn from her short speech. Some background information: In January 2016 […]
English Vocabulary: The End of a Relationship
In previous lessons we have talked about dating and marriage. However, not all relationships end in marriage, and not all marriages last forever. Here is some vocabulary you can use to talk about the end of a relationship. break up phrasal verb Often couples break up, or end their relationship. Sometimes the break-up [noun […]
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