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Ten classic English books for children
It’s not easy for us “ordinary folk” to come up with a list of the best books children and teens ever written. So it should come as no surprise that this task was entrusted to a group of leaders in the book-publishing industry industry – world-reknown editors, writers, and literary critics. Some of the books…
Read MoreHow to learn English
Hi, my name is Jeremy. My mission is to help you to learn English. It won’t be easy and it won’t be quick. There will be lots of challenges and difficulties along the way. But I’m convinced that you can do it! Don’t worry. I’ll be your guide! Who is Jeremy? I’m English (from London)…
Read MoreAmerican films from 2014: the top ten you should watch
Ready to start watching the most recent American films in their original language? Well then, pick up a few new DVDs and get comfy on the couch at home. . .here are a few films from 2014 you may find interesting: 1. The Wolf of Wall Street, by Martin Scorsese, starring Leonardo di Caprio in…
Read MoreMost-watched American TV shows: watch them in their original language
Here are some of the most popular and widely viewed TV shows – not just in America, but also in Italy. Watching them in their original language will help you become more fluent in American English. 1. The Big Bang Theory, now in its eighth season, this is a great series. It’s particularly popular in…
Read MoreAmerican Romantic films: to help you learn American English. . .with love!
Alright, here we go: grab a box of tissues, some popcorn, and get comfy on the couch. Coming up is a list of films perfect for the romantics out there (especially for the hopeless ones), ranging from tearjerkers, to romantic comedies, but all with one common denominator: love, love, and more love. . . Here…
Read MoreBest American 60s films if you love the classics
Do you like older films -the important ones that have played a role in the history of American cinema and more? A great way to improve your English listening comprehension, especially when it comes to the American accent, is to watch American films in their original language. But if you’re not keen on modern slang,…
Read MoreBusiness English lessons and notes in PDF
Tell the truth: every time you have to talk on the phone with foreign clients, or participate in a video conference with the United States, or draw up a formal document in English, you feel lost in a world of words, technical terms, and customs that still is a little bit confusing at times. Do…
Read MoreBusiness English Exercises: Improve your Business English
Business English is, nowadays, an integral part of the English language. Both in school, but also at work, Business English must become our daily bread, especially if you want to stand a chance with your colleagues and stand out during an interview. Remember that it is important to be able to express yourself properly, prove…
Read MoreAndroid English Dictionary: enhance your smart phone and your English
In the era of smartphones, where now the “where” and “when” take on different meanings, where each resource can be mailed, shared on social media, and used in the palm of one’s hand, they could certainly not miss out on an app for your Android phone which includes an endless list of applications to give…
Read MoreEnglish Dictionary with Phonetic Symbols: for an unbeatable pronunciation
One of the greatest difficulties for people trying to learn English is precisely the pronunciation of words. Well; unfortunately it is not as easy in Italian; where that which is writtenis pronounced. From the earliest lessons in elementary school; we remember the teacher who tried to make us pronounce the article “the”, “school”; “afternoon” ……
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