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Common English Phrases: It Is What It Is. Student: “I wish I could get rid of my accent. I sound so different.” Teacher: “It is what it is….
Cat Idioms: A Guide for English Learners Have you ever noticed how cats seem to have a certain mystique about them? They’re graceful, mysterious, and sometimes even a…
Dog Idioms: A Guide for English Learners Have you ever wondered why dogs are often called man’s best friend? It’s because they have been loyal companions to humans…
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been a buzzword for many years, and it has significantly influenced the way we learn and communicate. AI is the development of computer systems…
As an English language learner, you may have heard the term “AI” being used a lot lately. AI, or artificial intelligence, is a technology that has become increasingly…
Proverb – Actions speak louder than words. Meaning – What you do is more important than what you say. Your actions (the things that you do) tell us more about…
English Idiom – See eye to eye. Meaning – To agree with someone about something – or in general. This expression is used when people completely agree with each…
English Idiom – Cherry-pick or cherry pick. Meaning – To selectively choose only the best or most suitable from a number of options. To choose things that support…
Idiom – No dice. Meaning – No. Not possible. This expression is used to refuse a request, to make it clear that something is not possible. This idiom…
British English Idiom – Like turkeys voting for Christmas or Like turkeys voting for Xmas. Meaning – This expression is used to describe a situation when people accept something that…
English Idiom – Choppy waters. Meaning – This expression refers to troublesome, difficult or uncertain times. This idiom is usually used when someone or something has difficult times…
Slang – Banter. Meaning – The playful and friendly exchange of teasing remarks. To speak in a playful or teasing way. This expression can also be used to describe someone making a joke…
Listen: A Faithful Hound The Legend of Gelert is a very famous story that has been told for hundreds of years. Beddgelert is a small village in North…
