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Sep 2025
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831 : Book English vs. Real English: Sto...

TEACHER TIFFANI
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In this podcast episode, we're tackling one of the biggest challenges for English learners: sounding natural instead of robotic when speaking English. We'll explore the stark contrast between "Book English" - those formal, textbook phrases - and the relaxed, authentic expressions native speakers actually use in everyday conversation. Throughout the episode, ... Show More
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