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Idioms from America's most popular sport: football

Idioms from America's most popular sport: football

Posted by Amy Gillett on 28th Jan 2020

Idioms are very common in daily speech. They come from a variety of sources. Some come from the military, some come from politics, others come from literature. But the top source — the one ‘hitting … read more
Thanksgiving Idioms & Expressions

Thanksgiving Idioms & Expressions

Posted by Amy Gillett on 27th Nov 2019

In this mini e-book, you'll learn 14 new idioms & expressions as you join the Johnson family (from Speak English Like an American) for their Thanksgiving celebration! … read more
Business English Mini-Lesson: Whistleblowers

Business English Mini-Lesson: Whistleblowers

Posted by Sam Brooks on 30th Sep 2019

Here's a lesson to help you improve your Business English. It is on the timely topic of knowing when to be a whistleblower and covers many useful vocabulary words and phrases. The vocabulary is in bol … read more
Proverbs in Business English

Proverbs in Business English

Posted by Tanya Peterson on 27th Sep 2019

A proverb is a short saying that expresses a general truth or a piece of advice. Proverbs may appear simple when you hear them/ You may think "oh that's common sense!" But they can be very effect … read more