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Writing in English – How to Summarize

JamesESL — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 04:12:02 +0000

I’ve told students in previous lessons that they should summarize what they read. In this English lesson, I explain how to do that summary. Follow my simple system and learn better and more efficiently.

Commonly Confused Words in English: LIVE & LIVE

EnglishLessons4U — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 19:01:03 +0000

Learn how to say “live” properly, and in the correct situation! “Live” as a verb and as an adjective sound different and are used differently.

Commonly Confused Words in English: EFFECT & AFFECT

RebeccaESL — Tue, 11 May 2010 06:37:03 +0000

What’s the difference between EFFECT and AFFECT? Even native speakers often get this wrong, but you can learn how to use these words correctly in this quick English lesson. Take the test after the lesson to see if you understood the class.

Learn English – How to Listen and Understand

JamesESL — Sun, 25 Apr 2010 04:46:53 +0000

Improve your ability to understand English when people are speaking. By following these simple suggestions, you will be able to understand native speakers as well as English movies and TV shows.

Commonly Confused Words in English: BEFORE & AGO

RebeccaESL — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 17:08:45 +0000

Did you start learning English several years ago or several years before? In this free lesson, you will learn the correct usage of these commonly confused words.

English Vocabulary – LISTEN & HEAR

EnglishLessons4U — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 02:43:44 +0000

Are you listening? Can you hear me? What’s the difference between LISTEN and HEAR in English? Watch this free lesson to find out, then take the quiz to see if you got it.

English Vocabulary – LOOK / SEE / WATCH

EnglishLessons4U — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 22:08:54 +0000

In English, we have three words to talk about sight, where most languages just use one! Learn which word to use when in this free lesson. Take the free quiz to test your understanding.

Polite English – Saying Yes and No

RebeccaESL — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:44:40 +0000

Did you know that the words “yes” and “no”, when used alone, can make you sound rude and angry? In this English lesson, you’ll learn the secret of how to communicate these basic messages simply and politely. Take the free quiz after the lesson to test your knowledge.

English Pronunciation – 4 Tips to Improve Your Accent

EnglishLessons4U — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 05:51:00 +0000

Learn the difference in pronunciation between WALK and WORK, as well as a few other sounds that cause problems for English learners.

Pronunciation – E & I

EnglishLessons4U — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 19:33:57 +0000

Learn how to pronounce the English vowels “I” and “E” correctly in this free English lesson! Spanish and Japanese students especially tend to have difficulties with these sounds, but anyone who is not a native speaker will benefit!