Get Used to Feeling Uncomfortable! January 12, 2015 by Melanie 3 Comments “How can I improve my pronunciation?” This is one of the most common questions that English learners ask me. I am not surprised that this is a common question. Good pronunciation is so important if you want to speak English clearly and confidently! […]
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English Pronunciation: An Introduction to the IPA
English Pronunciation: An Introduction to the IPA June 24, 2014 by Melanie 28 Comments The International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) is a set of symbols that represent all the sounds in a language. All the sounds that make up American English pronunciation can be represented by symbols. I strongly believe that all English learners should learn […]
June 2014
Archives for June 2014 English Pronunciation: An Introduction to the IPA June 24, 2014 by Melanie 28 Comments The International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) is a set of symbols that represent all the sounds in a language. All the sounds that make up American English pronunciation can be represented by symbols. I strongly believe that all […]
4 Truths About Learning English
4 Truths About Learning English September 16, 2013 by Melanie 65 Comments At least once a week I get an email, a comment on my website, or a message on Facebook from an English learner who feels very frustrated and discouraged. They believe that they can’t speak English, and they believe that everyone speaks English […]
September 2013
Archives for September 2013 4 Truths About Learning English September 16, 2013 by Melanie 65 Comments At least once a week I get an email, a comment on my website, or a message on Facebook from an English learner who feels very frustrated and discouraged. They believe that they can’t speak English, and they believe […]
English Vocabulary: What are Collocations?
English Vocabulary: What are Collocations? February 3, 2013 by Melanie A collocation is a combination of two or more words that are commonly used together, in a way that sounds natural to a native English speaker. Learn the Words That Go Together. What are collocations? a waste of money brand new a collection of […]
February 2013
Archives for February 2013 English Vocabulary: What are Collocations? February 3, 2013 by Melanie A collocation is a combination of two or more words that are commonly used together, in a way that sounds natural to a native English speaker. Learn the Words That Go Together. What are collocations? a waste of money brand […]
Beginner English Online Resources
Beginner English Online Resources December 10, 2012 by Melanie I get a lot of emails and messages from beginner English learners who need help. My website is mainly for intermediate & advanced English learners, but I know that English can be very overwhelming for beginners. I have put together a list of free online resources […]
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Beginner English Online Resources December 10, 2012 by Melanie I get a lot of emails and messages from beginner English learners who need help. My website is mainly for intermediate & advanced English learners, but I know that English can be very overwhelming for beginners. I have put together a list of free online resources […]
December 2012
Archives for December 2012 Beginner English Online Resources December 10, 2012 by Melanie I get a lot of emails and messages from beginner English learners who need help. My website is mainly for intermediate & advanced English learners, but I know that English can be very overwhelming for beginners. I have put together a list […]