ways to say happy birthday

7 New Ways to say HAPPY BIRTHDAY in English

Someone very special to me is celebrating a birthday today! While it is very (very) common to simply say, “Happy Birthday” to someone on their special day, today I’d like to help you expand your vocabulary and give you 7 new ways to say Happy Birthday in English! So if you’re feeling bored with the…

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60 second saturday English lessons

Best of 60 Second Saturday

60 Second Saturday was born on my Instagram, with the exciting addition of extended 60-second video lengths last year. I was on a mission to teach mini-lessons every week, giving my learners a helpful resource they could easily and conveniently add to their study routine. After a year of doing 60 Second Saturdays on Instagram,…

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how to have small talk in English

How to Have Small Talk in English

Small talk is often referred to as an “art” (and many books are sold about it) because it requires a skill to create and maintain an engaging conversation with someone. So if you’re trying to learn English, and lack confidence to communicate, how are you suppose to master and perfect this skill? If you feel uncomfortable…

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indirect questions in English

Using Indirect Questions in English

Is there a difference between sentences and questions that you need to know when changing direct speech into indirect/reported speech? Although we’ve already reviewed necessary rules for indirect speech on this blog, including required time tense changes, I haven’t yet taught the specifics related to indirect questions. Because it’s “question month” for the rest of July, I want…

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