Isn’t it interesting how words like “fall” and “crush” can have positive meanings? Following our last article on English weather idioms, this week we present you with a new set of idioms about love! In most languages there are various terms…
What does it mean to be a “good” writer? The term “good” is one of the most subjective words in the English language. What one person considers good can be considered terrible by another. Being a “good” writer isn’t about…
To become fluent in a language, you have to be quite familiar with its expressions and idioms. Native English speakers often speak in idioms, so teaching your students some common idioms will help greatly with their English comprehension and communication. …
We all have struggles at times to pay our bills on time and to escape the life of living paycheck to paycheck. But imagine if your current income is worth twice its value so that you can buy twice the…
“False friends”, also known as “false cognates”, are words in two languages that look similar but have completely different meanings. English and Spanish have a lot of “false friends”, which makes learning the Spanish language a bit challenging, yet entertaining,…
If your job allows you to work from anywhere in the world, you should consider moving to Mexico! With its delicious food, beautiful landscapes, rich culture, and affordable living, Mexico is an ideal country for remote workers, like online English teachers!…
The COVID-19 pandemic has drastically changed the world of work. Many companies who never imagined letting their employees work from home were forced to adapt to the changing times. Working from home tends to be glorified among the working population,…
Native speakers of a language can also have doubts about their native language. Some words look very similar and others sound the same. Here are 10 pairs of words that are commonly confused by native English speakers, so if you…
Taking a new language from the books to the streets can be nerve-wracking. As you strike up your first conversations, there’s a constant worry about saying the wrong things while trying to piece together your limited vocabulary with the correct…
Critical Thinking. Communication. Collaboration. Creativity. These four C’s of 21st century skills are vital for success in today’s workforce and you, as an English teacher, can help your students develop these skills right in your English classroom (whether in person…