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Difficult Words with R and L

Difficult Words with R and L

You’ll get an English pronunciation lesson for advanced students in this video.  You’ll learn the pronunciation of words containing R and L—two of the most difficult sounds in the English language. YouTube blocked? Click here to see the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: L [l] as in LAP, R [ɹ] as in RUN, Specific Words, Videos

Learning English—an Advanced Lesson: the 6 sounds of “oo”

Learning English—an Advanced Lesson: the 6 sounds of “oo”

Up for a challenge today? This Advanced English Lesson teaches, in detail, the 6 sounds created by the letters “oo”.  I break down each of these sounds, teach you the precise pronunciation of each and make sure that you’re speaking each of … [Read more...]

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The 100 Most Common Words in English:  31-40

The 100 Most Common Words in English:  31-40

If you’re ready to move beyond fluency to perfect English you’re in the right place!  In this video you’ll learn the most important words in the English language, getting detailed analysis on each word’s use and pronunciation.  This is the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Specific Words, Videos Tagged With: 100 Most Common Words

Learn English: The Most Common Words…continued!

Learn English: The Most Common Words…continued!

Learn English pronunciation of the most common English vocabulary words!  Spoken English fluency starts at the top: you simply must learn English within the context of the most used words in the English language.  Here you’ll learn foundational … [Read more...]

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Learn English Vocabulary: Laundry!

Learn English Vocabulary:  Laundry!

You can learn English vocabulary in the best possible way with this video—by learning the correct pronunciation of English words directly from an experienced English speaking teacher!  You’ll learn English pronunciation for all of the words related … [Read more...]

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Learning English – Spoken English Pronunciation of the Most Common English Words

Learning English – Spoken English Pronunciation of the Most Common English Words

Learning English is difficult—there’s no way around it!  If you are truly committed to learning English you need to master the spoken English pronunciation of thousands of English words and the many unique spoken English reductions and colloquialisms … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Specific Words, Videos, Words that Reduce Tagged With: 100 Most Common Words

English Words – The Top 10 – Pronunciation Guide – Learn English (American English)

English Words – The Top 10 – Pronunciation Guide – Learn English (American English)

The pronunciation of English words is notoriously challenging.  You can learn English with this video and get detailed pronunciation guidance for the 10 most common English words.  This video is the first in a series that will teach you the … [Read more...]

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ENGLISH VOCABULARY

ENGLISH VOCABULARY

Learn English vocabulary (and focus on pronunciation) studying lots of different words for the parts of a car.  Get tips on how to say tricky words like ‘rear view mirror’! Listen to the SLANG podcast:  … [Read more...]

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FACTS and FAM – AMERICAN SLANG

FACTS and FAM – AMERICAN SLANG

Learn American English slang:  Fam and #FACTS.  Get the facts! Instagram posts with #FACTS:  https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/facts/ and be sure to subscribe to the new podcast!  … [Read more...]

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SPILLING TEA – AMERICAN SLANG

SPILLING TEA – AMERICAN SLANG

Learn American English slang – “spilling tea” (this is a fun one!) Buzzfeed article on spilling tea:  https://www.buzzfeed.com/jasminnahar/how-interesting-tell-me-more?utm_term=.dtDVKpvDD#.ltZd2aARR and be sure to subscribe to the new podcast!  … [Read more...]

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AMERICAN SLANG: SALTY, CAN’T EVEN

AMERICAN SLANG:  SALTY, CAN’T EVEN

Learn American English slang:  salty, can’t even.  Listen to the podcast on slang:  https://rachelsenglish.com/podcast/002-american-english-slang/ and be sure to subscribe to the new podcast!  … [Read more...]

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AMERICAN SLANG: DOPE, SAVAGE, HYPE

AMERICAN SLANG:  DOPE, SAVAGE, HYPE

Learn American English slang:  dope, savage, hype.  Listen to the podcast on slang:  https://rachelsenglish.com/podcast/002-american-english-slang/ and be sure to subscribe to the new podcast!  … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Specific Words, Videos Tagged With: slang

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