What should you say when you didn’t understand someone? This video gives several ideas of words and phrases to use to say “what?” when you need someone to repeat himself. Don’t by shy using these phrases! YouTube blocked? Click here to see the … [Read more...]
Study American culture through events, holidays, and celebrations--or simply everyday life.
Hugging or Handshake?
Americans usually hug when saying 'hello' or 'good-bye'. But sometimes it's a handshake instead -- and sometimes it gets awkward! In this video, Rachel goes over when to hug and when to shake hands in American culture. YouTube blocked? Click here to … [Read more...]
How to Pronounce Cheers!
Cheers! Raise a glass and get the pronunciation of this word right. How to toast a special occasion in American English. YouTube blocked? Click here to see the video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZcZWKvH_EBs Video Text: In this American … [Read more...]
Wedding Photos! Culture
Here are some photos from my big day. :) What can you learn about American culture from going to a wedding? YouTube blocked? Click here to see the video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CHBn3MlcOko Video Text: In this American English … [Read more...]
Fun Announcement from Rachel’s English
Hey! Want to know my big news for this year? Thanks to everyone who wished me well! :) YouTube blocked? Click here to see the video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SY_95fKl6Fk Video Text: Hey fans! This is a special Rachel’s English video, … [Read more...]
How to say HELLO! Greet Americans
What should you say when you meet someone you know? How's it going? What's up? And how should you respond to these questions? Feel at ease saying hello to Americans with the phrases you'll study in real English conversation. YouTube blocked? … [Read more...]
Idiom LANDSLIDE — in honor of March Madness!
English is full of idioms. Learn how to use and pronounce ‘landslide’ comfortably in conversational English: what words or syllables to reduce, how to link everything together, and the melodic shape of the phrase. YouTube blocked? Click here to … [Read more...]
Weddings! 2-Syllable Words Stress
Study real life conversation and notice word stress in two-syllable words. You’ll also get to see a lovely American wedding, out in the cornfields of Indiana! YouTube blocked? Click here to see the … [Read more...]
Halloween 2012 — Idioms!
I decided not to dress up for Halloween this year, so I made a video going over some idioms like ‘party pooper’ and ‘wet blanket’. Can you figure out what they mean? YouTube blocked? Click here to see the … [Read more...]
Visit Coney Island!
Come for a visit to New York’s Coney Island! You’ll study real English conversation and see reductions in action. Plus, you get to see Rachel get scared on a ride! YouTube blocked? Click here to see the … [Read more...]
How to Pronounce Oscars!
If you love movies and awards, then you must love the Oscars. Learn how to pronounce this word as I prepare my guesses for what movies will win what. YouTube blocked? Click here to see the … [Read more...]
English Pronunciation: S’mores! Culture
Learn how to pronounce S’MORES – and what they are!—as I hang out in the back yard with a fire. Delicious!! YouTube blocked? Click here to see the video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=548Yb5an2kg Video Text: A classic American summer treat: … [Read more...]