Hello, English enthusiasts!

Today’s newsletter brings you fresh ideas and easy ways to improve your English.

We’ll start with a practical tip to boost your speaking skills, a common mistake to avoid, a new word for your vocabulary, and some useful grammar. Plus, a fun quiz and a recommended tool await you. Let’s dive in!

Narrate your daily activities aloud.

A great way to practice speaking naturally is to narrate what you’re doing as you do it.

For example, while making breakfast, say,

“I am cracking an egg into the pan,” or “I’m pouring milk into my coffee.”

Describing your actions out loud helps you think in English and get comfortable forming sentences on the go. It’s like having a mini-speaking practice throughout your day.

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Confusing “actually” and “currently”

Many learners mistakenly use “actually” when they mean “currently.” Remember, they have different meanings:

• “Actually” means in fact, really, or truly.

  • Example: “I thought the movie was boring, but it was actually very interesting.”

• “Currently” means at this moment, now.

  • Example: “I am currently reading a great book.”

To avoid confusion, use “actually” to correct or clarify something, and “currently” to talk about what is happening now.

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“Glow”

“Glow” is a great word for describing a gentle light or the look of someone who appears very happy and radiant.

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Adverbs of frequency!

Adverbs of frequency tell us how often something happens. Here’s how to use them:

• Always (100% of the time): “She always drinks tea in the morning.”

• Usually (around 90%): “He usually walks to work.”

• Often (70-80%): “They often go to the gym.”

• Sometimes (50%): “I sometimes eat breakfast at work.”

• Rarely (20-30%): “She rarely misses a class.”

• Never (0%): “He never watches TV.”

These adverbs usually come before the main verb or after the verb “to be.”

Stay informed and inspired to change your perspective!

She ______ forgets to bring her notebook to class.

A) always
B) never
C) sometimes

The answer is at the bottom of the page.

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English loves new words!

English is one of the most adaptable languages and adds about 1,000 new words each year. Many of these words come from technology, social media, and other languages.

So, when you learn English, you’re also part of an ever-growing language!

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Watch “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood.”

For a thoughtful and easy-to-follow movie, watch “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood.” 

The film tells the story of the beloved TV host, Mr. Rogers, and is full of clear, slow speech that’s great for English learners.

You’ll learn about kindness, understanding, and empathy while picking up natural language for everyday conversations.

Watch now!

“The more you practice, the more confident you become.”

– Unknown

This quote is a perfect reminder that building confidence in English comes from regular practice. Every time you speak, listen, read, or write, you’re making progress. Keep going!

You should never translate in your head. ❌

False! While it’s good to think in English as much as possible, it’s okay to translate sometimes, especially when you’re learning.

Translating can help you understand the structure of English sentences compared to your language. Over time, as you practice more, you’ll naturally start thinking directly in English.