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15 Useful Phrasal Verbs You Need for School or Work (with Examples)

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Phrasal verbs are very common in English, especially at school or in the workplace. If you want to sound more natural and understand native speakers better, it's important to learn them. But don’t worry! You don’t need to memorise a long list. Start with the most useful ones that you can use every day at school or at work. 15 Useful Phrasal Verbs You Need for School or Work  Here are 15 easy phrasal verbs that will help you in class, meetings, emails, and more. 1. Hand in Meaning: To submit something (like homework or a report) Example: I have to hand in my assignment by Friday. 2. Catch up Meaning: To reach the same level as others Example: I missed two classes. Now I need to catch up. 3. Look into Meaning: To investigate or check something Example: The teacher said she’ll look into the issue.  4. Go over Meaning: To review or check carefully Example: Let’s go over the answers before we finish. 5. Figure out Meaning: To find the solution or understand something Example: I’m t...

How to Improve Your English Speaking Skills: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners

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How to Improve Your English Speaking Skills:  A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners Let’s be real, speaking English confidently can feel super intimidating at first. You know the words in your head, but when it’s time to talk, your brain hits pause and your tongue gets tied. Sound familiar? Don’t worry, you're not alone, and the good news is anyone can get better at speaking English with the right steps and a little practice (okay, maybe a lot, but we’ll make it fun). Whether you're a student, a beginner, or want to feel less awkward in conversations, this guide is for you. How to Improve Your English Speaking Skills A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners Let’s break it down step by step. Step 1: Listen Like a Sponge Before you speak well, you need to hear how English sounds. Start by watching English movies, TV shows, or YouTube videos with subtitles. Try TV shows with everyday conversations like Friends, The Office, or vlogs on YouTube. Try These: The English We Speak (BBC Podcast) ...

How to Learn English Faster: 7 Habits That Actually Work

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  How to Learn English Faster: 7 Habits That Actually Work Learning English can feel like a long journey, but what if you could speed it up without burning out? The secret isn’t just studying harder. It’s studying smarter. Whether you’re just starting out or trying to polish your skills for work or travel, these 7 simple habits will help you improve faster—and actually enjoy the process.    How to Learn English Faster: 7 Habits That Actually Work 1. Practice Every Day - Even Just 10 Minutes You don't have to spend hours studying. You can keep your brain active and help new words stick by doing this for 10 to 15 minutes daily. Try short tasks such as: Reviewing 5 new vocabulary words Watching a short video in English Writing a sentence or two in your journal Little steps every day = big results over time. 2. Surround Yourself with English The more you hear and see English, the faster your brain adapts. Make it part of your daily life:   While d...

Commonly Confused Words in English with Examples

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Commonly Confused Words in English with Examples Certainly! Many English learners and even native speakers often mix up words that look or sound similar but have different meanings. Here are some commonly confused words, along with examples to clarify their usage: Commonly Confused Words in English with Examples 1. Affect vs. Effect Affect (verb): To influence something. E.g. -  The new policy will affect employee productivity. Effect (noun): The result of a change E.g.-   The new policy had a positive effect on employee productivity. 2.  Lie vs. Lay Lie (verb): To recline or be in a horizontal position.      E.g. -  I will lie down on the couch for a nap. Lay (verb): To put something down in a specific place. E.g.- Please lay the book on the table. 3.  Their vs. There vs. They’re Their (possessive adjective): Belonging to them. E.g. - Their house is at the end of the street.   There (adverb): Refers to a place or location. E.g.- We w...