Ever get confused between “apply to” and “apply for”? Or wonder whether to say “argue about” or “argue over”? In today’s episode, we break down these common English combinations with quick, simple explanations and memorable examples. You’ll also learn the difference between “belong to” and “belong in.” By the end, you’ll feel more confident choosing the righ ... Show More
Jul 16
⭐ Feature: The Truth About Shark Attacks in U.S. Waters
Every year when I go to the beach, I have the same thought: Are there sharks out there in that dark water? It's not an irrational fear. Years ago, a student at my university, Lucas Ransom, was surfing off the California coast when a great white shark attacked him. I didn't know h ... Show More
22m 59s
Jun 30
215 - Countries and Nationalities (Pronunciation and Quiz!)
How do you say the names of countries and nationalities in American English? Is it Swiss or Switzerlanders? Spaniard or Spanish? Dutch or Netherlanders? In this episode, we'll practice the pronunciation of 48 World Cup countries that qualified this year, and along the way, you'll ... Show More
27m 57s
Oct 2023
Used to, be used to, get used to and usually in English - AIRC489
<p>In this episode, you'll learn how to use used to, be used to, get used to and usually.</p> <p>These expressions are often confused in English so we'll explain the difference, give you some examples in context and help you with grammar, use and pronunciation.</p> <p>Shownotes a ... Show More
42m 12s
May 2025
Miss or Lose? How to Use Them Correctly in Real English [536]
🚨 If you use English at work, these phrases matter. These are the only English phrases I allow my private students to use at work, and the ones I tell them to stop using. 👉 Download the PDF (€9): https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/workphrases-podcastIn this episode, you’ll l ... Show More
14m 30s
Jan 2024
Recipe, Receipt, Prescription
These 3 words often confuse people when they go to use them. In this episode, you will learn their differences, pronunciations, and how to get them confused again.
5m 27s
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style= "font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif; color: red;" xml:lang="EN-US">In this podcast, you'll learn how to use the prepositions in, into, inside and within. They sound similar and they are sometimes ... Show More
