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How to Talk About Weather in English

sarah

07 November, 2018

One of the most basic topics of conversation is the weather. It seems like a discussion that you can't get away from! It's also an easy way to start a conversation, even with strangers. Knowing some simple weather phrases in English will help you get through "small talk" much more easily. Some questions you might hear Is it hot or cold? Is it sunny...

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Career English

How to write a CV for the London Job Market

Sarah Gluckman

31 October, 2018

You dream of living in the bustling, beautiful and historic city of London, but there’s one thing standing between you and the captivating capital. A job. The good news is that London’s industries are vast and job roles are plenty. But there are hundreds of other hopefuls dreaming of big city life in the UK, so competition for any role is tough. To...

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Travel English

Fall Foliage: Best Cities to See the Leaves Change

Sarah Gluckman

24 October, 2018

Life in the northern hemisphere is changing. Warm sunny days battle with cool rainy days, a fresh wind is sweeping in, leaves are turning a golden hue and the days are becoming a bit shorter. Autumn / fall has officially begun. And with that, some locations transform into a blanket of gold and red. It’s a beautiful sight, even our Kaplaners say so....

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How to ask for the time in English

susan

18 October, 2018

Wherever you are, time will always be a big part of your life. Being "on time" is more important in some cultures than others. When you're first learning English , it's good to study different ways to ask or talk about the time. It is always safe to arrive at the exact time that you’re expected, or even slightly early. In this guide, we aim to make...

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Career English

14 Habits of Successful People

Grammarly

11 October, 2018

Success isn’t something that happens to us, it’s something we make happen. Here are fourteen habits that successful people embrace. 1. They build habits to meet their goals Having life goals is great, but those goals alone won’t carry you anywhere unless you create habits that help you make them reality. If your goal is to work and live abroad, per...

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Other words for 'Yes' and 'No' in English

jamie

03 October, 2018

There's more than one way of saying yes and no in English. Take a look at these unique expressions of every day terms.

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