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I need to go to home. ❌

Many English learners say, “I need to go to home,” but the correct phrase is,

The word "home" is an adverb in this context, so it doesn’t need the preposition “to.”

Think of it like this: you can say “go to the office” or “go to school” because "office" and "school" are specific places, but with "home," you simply say "go home" or "come home."

It's an exception to the usual rule!

✅ Learn with English subtitles.

Watching movies, TV shows, or YouTube videos with English subtitles can greatly improve your listening skills and help you learn new vocabulary in context.

Start with something you enjoy, like a favorite show or documentary, and turn on the English subtitles.

As you listen and read, you’ll notice common expressions, slang, and pronunciation patterns.

This method makes it easier to understand native speakers and to remember new words because you see and hear them simultaneously!

Grateful

"Grateful" is a warm and positive word to use when you want to express your thanks or appreciation to someone.

It's more heartfelt than just saying "thanks" and shows you truly value the help or kindness someone has shown you. Try using "grateful" in your next thank-you note or conversation!

Since vs. For

Use “since” to refer to a specific point in time, and use “for” to indicate a duration of time.

• Example with “since”: "I have lived here since 2015." (2015 is a specific point in time.)

• Example with “for”: "I have lived here for five years." (Five years is a period of time.)

Think of "since" as marking the starting point and "for" as the length of the time that has passed.

Which of the following sentences is correct?

A) She is used to waking up early.
B) She is used to wake up early.

The answer is at the bottom of the page.

The shortest English word with all five vowels.

Did you know the shortest English word that contains all five vowels (a, e, i, o, u) is “eunoia”?

It’s a rare word that means "beautiful thinking" or "a state of normal mental health."

While you may not use it every day, it’s a fun example of how diverse and fascinating English can be!

BBC Learning English

Check out BBC Learning English! This free resource offers lessons for learners of all levels, from beginner to advanced.

They provide videos, audio programs, quizzes, and interactive activities covering grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and much more.

It’s an excellent way to practice English daily with content created by professional teachers!

Listen to “The English We Speak” podcast.

“The English We Speak” podcast by BBC Learning English is perfect for learning idioms, slang, and everyday expressions used by native speakers.

Each episode is only 3 minutes long, making it easy to fit into your daily routine.

The hosts explain common phrases in a fun, engaging way, and you can listen while commuting, cooking, or just relaxing!

Do one thing every day that scares you.

– Eleanor Roosevelt

This quote encourages us to step out of our comfort zones.

For English learners, it might mean speaking up in class, joining a conversation club, or trying to watch a movie without subtitles.

Each small step builds confidence and brings you closer to fluency!

English is too hard to learn. ❌

Not true! While English has its tricky parts, like irregular verbs and pronunciation, it also has many simple grammar rules and straightforward sentence structures.

Plus, there are plenty of resources available to help you, from apps and videos to books and tutors. With regular practice and a positive attitude, you can definitely learn English!