In today’s world, nobody can deny that technology plays an essential role in our lives. From smartphones to computers to brand-new AI advancements, technology is truly all around us. New products and software are constantly being released and are often the subject of news headlines. This is why it is important to know how to…
We all know that life doesn’t always go the way we want it to, unfortunately. At times, we experience failure, setbacks, and obstacles. Occasionally, life throws us curve balls, and we must accept defeat. However, failure is a learning opportunity. It is what we do after we fail that matters the most. Getting back up…
Do you consider yourself to be a whizz in the kitchen? Are you hungry for knowledge? We hope you are because today we are going to explore the wonder of cooking vocabulary. We will look at water-based, frying, and oven methods, as well as grilling. There are plenty of unique ways to transform your fantastic…
Join us as we explore the comforting concept of coziness. Imagine yourself bundled up in the softest and fluffiest blanket, sitting next to a toasty fireplace, sipping a delicious cup of cocoa with marshmallows. What is that wonderful feeling you are experiencing as you relax deeper and deeper? That is the feeling of being cozy….
Apologizing is a big part of our lives, whether we like it or not. It also happens to be one of the hardest human emotions to properly express due to the complex nuances of each situation. In addition, we apologize much more often than we realize. Think about how many times a day you excuse…
Have you ever noticed that there are two completely different words for the same thing? Some people might tell you that they live in an apartment, while others say they live in a flat. Why’s that? The answer is often American versus British English. Given how far away these two countries are from each other,…
Feeling sick is arguably one of the worst feelings we can have as human beings. Whether it is a common cold during the changing of seasons or a hangover after a fun night out on the town, nobody enjoys feeling less than 100%. In this article, we will cover some creative expressions that can be…
In today’s article, we will take a look at some useful idioms for describing various stages of progress. There are plenty of idioms in the English language we can use to talk about starting, working through, and finishing up a project. In addition, we will include idioms related to both encountering and solving problems during…
“Cheesy” is a playful and casual word that can be used in many different daily situations. You might be thinking–why cheese? Cheesy does indeed mean something related to cheese. However, apart from the literal definition, we can also use “cheesy” in two other ways, as we will see below. See also: Kitchen and Cooking Vocabulary…
If you ask an English speaker what the most beautiful word in the English language is, chances are they will answer “serendipity.” This is a word that is often said to be untranslatable into other languages, due to its very unique and specific meaning. Have you ever experienced good fortune falling into your hands seemingly…
Oftentimes, people say that casual English and slang are simpler than professional vocabulary. While technically true, since casual words are shorter, it can be equally (or even more) tricky to navigate a casual conversation with a friend as it is to hold a business negotiation. Many English learners study using textbooks and written materials that…
Welcome to our deep dive into the word settle. You will be surprised to find out just how much this one little word can do and the meanings it can take on. From a teacher telling a classroom of rowdy children to settle down in an attempt to quiet them, to a newlywed couple finally…
