The words and the formality of the language we choose to use are often based on our relationship to the people we talk to. This can be difficult if English isn’t your first language. How do you know if you’re unintentionally being too informal or even offensive? In this episode, we’ll look at some expressions…
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In today’s podcast, you’ll learn some vocabulary and expressions connected to polyamory and swinging so that you’ll be able to talk about this topic in English. We’ll also let you know our opinion on this subject and, hopefully, you’ll also tell us yours. Voice message from Mamen from Badajoz Congratulations on passing the test I…
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This podcast is an excellent way to improve your English. It’s not the only way but together we’ll help you to find your way to a higher and more effective way to communicate in English. Yes, you guessed it, today’s podcast is all about some different uses of the word ‘WAY’. Voice message from Carmen who is preparing…
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Reza isn’t with me this week, but we have a special guest on the podcast and he is in the best position to answer questions about listening to the news. Reza and I have spoken about the news before on the following podcasts: Words in the News: https://inglespodcast.com/151 Listening to The News – News and…
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A speaking test in any language is not a natural situation. You are being examined on how you perform and marked according to the words you use in the language you are learning. In this podcast, we aim to help you get the highest mark possible in your speaking by sharing some expressions that a…
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Have you ever read any books in English? If you have, maybe you’re looking for some new book recommendations. And if you’ve never read an English book, where’s the best place to begin? In this episode, we’ll give you some book recommendations to help you get started and take your reading to the next level….
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You may have heard of Saint James’s Way or the Way of Saint James. What is it exactly and why do people do it? Is it only for religious people?On today’s podcast, we talk about The Way and explain what it is and why you might want to do it. Voice message from Meryem from…
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I have a sweet tooth, which means I like eating chocolate, cakes, biscuits and anything sweet. So, recording a podcast about cakes and pastries is the icing on the cake for me. It’s doing three really enjoyable things together! A podcast on pastries and cakes. Pilar from France is working in a pastry shop and…
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Many of us like to travel. Whether you’re going halfway around the world to climb a mountain or scuba diving on a coral reef, or simply jumping in your car to drive to a nice hotel for a weekend break, your trip will most likely involve some planning. In this episode, we share some of…
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In this episode, you’ll learn how to use used to, be used to, get used to and usually. These expressions are often confused in English so we’ll explain the difference, give you some examples in context and help you with grammar, use and pronunciation. Voice message from Juan from Colombia in Australia How to use…
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