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10 English slang terms you need to know in 2022
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Only just getting the hang of last year’s slang? Well too late, forget it. A whole new host of (somewhat nonsensical) terms have landed and it’s time ...

40 questions to make you a virtual pub quiz master
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During these strange and wacky days, where we all find ourselves with lots of spare time, people have been finding interesting and resourceful ways to...

How to improve your spoken English: 8 tips
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When you ask a language student what their goals are, almost everyone says “improve my speaking”. When learning a foreign language, you’ll find yourse...

Why a language course abroad is better than a year at school
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A great school with great teachers and engaged peers is one of the most important things in a young person’s life. But when it comes to languages, eve...

How to speak English better in 10 easy steps
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Learning how to speak English confidently is incredibly important for anyone studying the language. There is simply no substitute for using your langu...

How to keep your language skills longer than your tan
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You just came back from a study abroad trip in California. Your English is super awesome, everyone is jealous of your tan and there’s probably still s...

10 Netflix shows to learn Spanish with
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Ever feel bad about spending too much time binge-watching Netflix? Well, no need to feel guilty anymore because all that watching is for a good cause ...

10 things that change forever when you live abroad
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“Life might be difficult for a while, but I would tough it out because living in a foreign country is one of those things that everyone should try at ...

Why learn English in England?
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The UK is made up of a patchwork of regional dialects: from Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales. But the classic English dialect is globally-renowne...

How to make yourself more competitive in the job market: 5 tips
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Having a good education isn’t enough to land you your dream job in today’s competitive job market – you need the right mix of education, experience an...

The surprising reason everyone should live abroad at least once
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The opportunities for travel are great, the new experiences you have are fun, the people you meet are inspiring, and you may even end up furthering yo...

EF Talks: Flavio on how investing in his language skills changed his life and career
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The myth that learning a new language – or investing in improving an existing one – is only worthwhile for children has finally been busted, but many ...