Watching English speaking movies is a great way to learn the language. The nuances of speaking English that you can’t get across in a textbook can be easily exposed simply by having a keen ear and the subtitles on. What’s...

Practising speaking is one of the most fun and rewarding parts of learning English. Once you can speak even a little English, there are loads of ways to improve your skills quickly while having tons of fun. Here are ten...

Foreign accents are cute in English Although you might feel awkward or uncomfortable when speaking in English, most native-English speakers actually find foreign accents quite endearing, if not downright sexy! You’ll finally be able to understand the lyrics of your...

When you’re down on motivation, it’s a great idea to get some advice from an expert. We don’t always have experts on hand, though. If that’s the case and you need some advice to help you get motivated to learn...

Lyric writing is a tricky business. Finding words that convey exactly what the songwriter feels, while fitting into a certain melody and tempo, the sound of the words has to be pleasing to the ear too. Lyrics can be the...

When we’re sending emails, it’s easy to be too direct. This can upset the reader or cause offence. Saying “thank you” is a great way to make your email more polite and personal. What’s the best way to do it,...

One conflict that has been produced by the surge in mobile phone use is a rift between people who like to talk and people who prefer to text. Sending text messages has become a medium of choice for mobile phone...

Hand gestures are an integral part of communication, particularly if we are speaking in a foreign language. They are a great way of making sure we’re getting our point across and underpin what we’re trying to say. Many travelers will...

What does it take to speak perfectly in English ? There some common qualities such as diligence and a positive attitude that will help you learn any subject, however when learning a language, there are some more specific tips that...

I’ve taught a lot of people English over the years at Hello English School. Shy people, outgoing people, any other personality you can imagine — I’ve taught them all. One thing I’ve noticed, though, is how people change when they go...