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Here you'll study the pronunciation of specific phrases in depth. Many have up close, slow motion footage of the mouth during speech.

English Phrases for TIME

On a recent trip to Italy, I learned that Americans use verbs with time (kill, spend, save) that other cultures might not use.  Learn some verbs that we use with time and how to use them to polish your use of English vocabulary.  We’ll study:  kill … [Read more...]

English Tongue Twisters

Learn three English tongue twisters and why it’s a good idea to practice them:  I wish to wash my Irish wristwatch.  She sells seashells by the seashore.  Sixth sick sheik's sixth sheep sick. YouTube blocked? Click here to see the … [Read more...]

Idiom: a Lot on my Plate

I’ve got a lot on my plate.  Americans love idioms: this is just another way to say “I’m really busy!”  Learn how to pronounce this idiom and start using it in conversation. I know I use it a lot! YouTube blocked? Click here to see the … [Read more...]

English Idiom: Bite the Bullet

Learn the English Idiom “bite the bullet” and how to use it, and the American English pronunciation.  When you feel comfortable with the definition, you’ll have to bite the bullet and use it yourself in conversation! YouTube blocked? Click here to … [Read more...]

Phrasal Verbs with Hold

Go over the many meanings of phrasal verbs with HOLD:  hold on, hold off, hold up, hold down, hold back, hold against.  Feel confident in the pronunciation and use of these phrases. YouTube blocked? Click here to see the video. Video … [Read more...]

Ways to say “What?”

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...]