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06/11/2024

Regular listening practice is essential for success in the Oxford Test of English (OTE). While traditional study materials are important, incorporating authentic resources like YouTube can make your preparation more effective and enjoyable. Our latest blog shows you how to use YouTube to enhance your listening skills, with tips on choosing the right videos and practising effectively.

👉 Read the full blog here ->

05/11/2024

Let’s dive into the fiery world of idioms and set your language skills ablaze! Here are some hot idioms to get you started:

Fight fire with fire 🔥🔥
Get on like a house on fire 🏠🔥
No smoke without fire 🌫️🔥
Play with fire 🕹️🔥
Out of the frying pan into the fire 🍳🔥
Which one is your favourite? Share in the comments below! 🔥

04/11/2024

Learning a new language often means discovering words you might not have thought about. Take a look at these amazing insects! 🐜🕷️ 🦋 🐛 🐝 🐞 🕸 🦂 🦗 🦟

Which ones are new to you? Let us know in the comments below! 🌟

01/11/2024

Ever noticed how native English speakers often add “ish” to the end of words? 🤔 It’s a handy trick that’s rarely covered in textbooks or classrooms. 📚

Mastering this can be a lifesaver when you can’t find the exact word to describe something. 💡

31/10/2024

Happy Halloween! 🎃🦇🕸

How many of these thrilling tongue twisters can you say correctly? Share these with your friends and family and see who can pronounce them the best! 😆

30/10/2024

The Oxford Test of English is a comprehensive assessment designed to measure your English proficiency. Our latest blog focuses on Speaking Part 3, where you’ll need to deliver a monologue based on a photo prompt. Learn how to structure your response, use connectors effectively, and speak confidently to showcase your language skills.

👉 Read the full blog here ->

The Oxford Test of English is an assessment designed to measure English proficiency. There are different types of tests.

30/10/2024

Get into the spooky spirit with these Halloween idioms! 🎃👻

Can you think of any other eerie expressions? 🕷️🦇

29/10/2024

Ready for a spooky challenge? 🕸🎃 Try to solve this Halloween riddle and share your answer in the comments! 💬

28/10/2024

Ready to turn your language skills up a notch? 🔄 How many of these do you use in your daily conversations? 🗣️

Let us know in the comments!👇

24/10/2024

Shhh… some letters are hiding! 🤫

Can you spot the silent letters in these words? 📝 Test your knowledge and let us know in the comments! 💬

22/10/2024

The English language can be sweet! Add a sugary twist to your everyday conversations with these sweet idioms! 🍭🍬

Which one is your favourite? ✨

22/10/2024

From taking care of things to investigating, ‘look’ has got you covered! 👀

Which way do you use it most? Share with us in the comments! 👇

18/10/2024

A palindrome reads the same forward and backward. 🔎

Here are 6 different palindromes. Can you think of any others? 🤔

17/10/2024

Here is a list of idioms that will save you some time…⏰

Head over to the Oxford Learner’s Dictionary for more time-related idioms -> http://spkl.io/6184fuf4K

15/10/2024

Uncountable nouns are nouns that usually cannot be expressed in a plural form. 🤔

Here are some examples of uncountable food nouns. Can you think of any others? 🫖🍞🍚

Want to learn more about this topic? We have a whole blog on it -> http://spkl.io/6189fPIBB

15/10/2024

🧐 Do you know these common containers in English? 🗣️

🥫 Tin of dog food
💊 Box of medicine
🥒 Jar of pickle
🌶️ Sachet of seasoning
🥤 Can
☕ Bottle of coffee
🧃 Carton of juice

13/10/2024

We have a challenge for you! Can you get the spelling of this word right? 🤔

Is it A, B, C, or D? Let us know in the comments! 💬

10/10/2024

What is your favourite fruit? 🍇🍒🍎🍉🥝🥥🍌🍍

Here is some advanced fruit vocabulary that you should know if you are working towards a C1 level. ✍️

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Ish

Ever noticed how native English speakers often add “ish” to the end of words? 🤔 It’s a handy trick that’s rarely covered in textbooks or classrooms. 📚 Mastering this can be a lifesaver when you can’t find the exact word to describe something. 💡

Can you tell the difference between ‘back to front,’ ‘inside out,’ and ‘upside down’? 🤔 What about ‘swap out’ and ‘roll up’? In this video, we put your vocabulary knowledge to the test.

Container vocabulary

🧐 Do you know these common containers in English? 🗣️ 🥫 Tin of dog food 💊 Box of medicine 🥒 Jar of pickle 🌶️ Sachet of seasoning 🥤 Can ☕ Bottle of coffee 🧃 Carton of juice

Do vs Make

Do vs Make 🤔

💡 Learn how to construct sentences in the present form.

How to say something is funny.

Do you know the difference between priceless and worthless?

✨📚 Understanding prepositions can make your English much smoother!

Shakespeare Idioms

Did you know? 🤔 The 23rd April marks the birth and death anniversary of William Shakespeare, the legendary playwright, and poet. 🎭 Across the globe, Shakespeare Day is celebrated to honour the playwright’s legacy. 🌎From plays like Romeo and Juliet to his beautiful sonnets, Shakespeare's works have shaped the English language and inspired countless writers, actors, and artists for centuries. 📖 Here are 5 idioms, coined by William Shakespeare, that are still used in today’s English! 🌟 "The world is your oyster" - There is no limit to the opportunities open to you. 🌟 "What's done is done" - What’s already happened is out of your control and you can’t change it. 🌟 "It's cruel to be kind" - Sometimes being harsh is necessary for the ultimate good. 🌟 "Green-eyed monster" - Refers to jealousy. 🌟 "Vanish into thin air" - To disappear completely and without a trace. #ShakespeareDay

What is your preferred mode of transport? 🚗 #TransportModes #EnglishLearning #LearnEnglish #Vocabulary

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Slang terms for money in the UK can be quite colorful and varied. Here are some terms that you can learn. £1 - "A quid" (This is probably one of the most common slang terms for pounds.) £5 - "A fiver" (A widely used term for a £5 note.) £10 - "A tenner" (Similarly, a £10 note is often referred to as a tenner.) £20 - "A score" or "a pony" (A less common term, but still heard occasionally.) £50 - "A bullseye" or "a nifty" (These are more old-fashioned terms but may still be heard in certain contexts.) £100 - "A ton" or "a century" (Both these terms are used to refer to a £100 note.) £500 - "A monkey" (This term comes from old slang, where different amounts of money were associated with different animals.) £1000 - "A grand" (This is commonly used to denote £1000.) Remember, these terms can vary depending on regional dialects and personal preference, but they give you a good range of slang used for various denominations of British currency.

Do you know the difference between Affect and Effect? 🤔 Share some example sentences with us. 😁

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