Business English Lesson - Musical Business idioms to rock your meeting room.

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This Business English lessons covers music - related idioms that can be used in Business English to make a positive impression in the meeting room and come across as someone who is savvy at using English idioms and sound fluent in English.

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#Ring a bell - recall /remember something
#For a song - for a very low price
#Like a broken record- stuck on one point /to repeat something over and over again
#Blow your own trumpet - to brag /boast about oneself or one's achievements
#Jam session - an ideating /brainstorming session
#Call the tune - make important decisions or assert authority
#Blow the whistle - to reveal a piece of information that was to be kept private
#Music to one's ears - to hear exactly what one was waiting to hear
#Face the Music - to face the impact /punishment
#Harp on it - to show off repeatedly
#Roll the drums - to start a celebration

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English writing lesson - Words written together or apart.:

In this lesson Ceema explains the usage of words written together and apart.The same words, written as one word or split into two words, will differ in meaning. So you need to know which word you really want.

Any more: something additional or further
Example: I don't want any more cake.
Anymore: any longer, nowadays
Example: Harry doesn't travel anymore.

Anyone: anybody
Example: Anyone can learn to cook but few can learn to cook well.
Any one: any single member of a group of people or things
Example: Can any one of you tell me the answer to my question?

Everyone: everybody
Example: Everyone on the list has contributed to the ASPCA.
Every one: each one
Example: I wish I could buy every one of those puppies.

Everybody: everyone
Example: Everybody is working harder today than ten years ago.
Every body: each body
Example: Every body requires protein, vitamins, and minerals.

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English Grammar lesson - Errors made using 'Simple Present Tense' ( Learn English)

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In this English Grammar lesson, you are going to learn how and when to use the simple present tense. Learn the English tense ( Simple present) to avoid common mistakes made using the simple present tense.

The verb is always in the present/base form.

Example: I like chocolates. (a general taste/preference)
Example: He plays tennis regularly. (a general routine or action)
Example: The sun rises in the East. (general facts/universal truths)
Example: The train leaves at 8 pm. (fixed schedule/time table)
Example: I am here now. (not I am Being here)
Example: e has his passport in his hand. ( not ‘is having’)

Note: The simple present tense is used when the verbs do not go in the

The Continuous form (the ‘ing’ form)

Questions:

Example: Is John intelligent? (no ‘do/does’ with is/am/are)
Example: Does he like chocolates? (‘does’ is used for third person singular)
Example: Do you wear denims?

Negative:

Example: He is not tall.
Example: He doesn’t know me.
Example: They don’t play tennis.

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English Grammar Lesson - Using ‘must’ correctly in sentences and questions.

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In this English Grammar Lesson you will learn how to use ‘must’ correctly. ‘Must’ is a modal verb. It has different meanings depending on how it is used. In this lesson, you will take a look at some example sentences and forming questions using ‘must’.

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Example: I must finish the work before I leave. ( an obligation one imposes on himself)
Example: this must be the correct address. (shows certainty)
Example: You must visit the dentist. (a strong recommendation)

When ‘must’ is put in negative, it indicates prohibition of something.

Example: She must not use abusive language.
Example: You must not play with fire.

There is no past form of ‘must’. ‘Had to’ is used.
Example: I had to wake up early.

When ‘must’ is used with a past participle verb, it means a past probability.
Example: She must have found the keys.
Example: They must have reached on time.

Must is also used as a noun, when you say something is a necessity.

Example: Speaking English is a must.
Example: Education is a must.

Talking about bad habits in English - English Vocabulary Lesson

We all have some bad habits,but when you want to talk about them you always fall short of words. In this lesson Niharika brings out some of the bad habits related to body and behavior.

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Basic English grammar -- Video lesson to improve your English speaking skills. Created by let's Talk Institute

In this chapter your will learn the following:

1. What are nouns.
2. Tyoes of nouns.
3. Common noun
4. Proper noun
5. Pronoun

Practice the sentences in the video and improve your verbal and written English skills

Uses of ‘being’ – English Grammar Lesson

‘Being’ is the present participle of the verb ‘be’. It is not used very often. In this lesson, you are going to learn the three basic uses of ‘being’.

1. ‘Being’ is used in the continuous tense to talk about a person’s action or behavior:
Example: You are being silly.
Example: He was being naughty.

Note: Do not use ‘being’ to talk about a person’s feeling.
Example: I am being delighted to meet you. (Incorrect)
Example: I am delighted to meet you. (Correct)

2. It is used in the present and past continuous passive voice to show continuity of the action in the present or past.
Example: Dinner is being cooked by mother. (Present continuous passive voice)
Example: A kite was being made by John. (Past continuous passive voice)

3. It replaces ‘as’, ‘because’ and ‘since’:
Example: Being late, he couldn't watch the match. (as he was late, because he was late, since he was late)
Example: Being a friend of the actor, I am often invited to his parties. (As I am a friend, because I am a friend, since I am a friend)

'Will' or 'Going to' - Talking about Future plans - (English Grammar Lesson)

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#1. Which decision is planned - Will/Going to?

Let’s look at a conversation:

(Phone rings)

Michelle – Hi Harry.

Harry – Hi Michelle, would you like to join me for a coffee this evening?

Michelle – Yea, I will join you but I must let my mom know.

*In this conversation, “will” is used to talk about a rapid decision i.e. a decision made at the moment of speaking.

Conversation continues..................... (Phone rings)

Mom – Hey Michelle.

Michelle – Hi mom. I need to tell u something.

Mom – tell me

Michelle – I am going to have a coffee with Harry this evening.

*In this part of the conversation, “Going to” is used to talk about a decision that was made before the moment of speaking and arrangements have been made for that decision.



#2 –Which decision is more certain – will/ going to?

We are more certain about the decision where we use “Going to” – Because the decision was pre-planned and arrangements have been more for it already. (to meet Harry, had a conversation, agreed on the phone, told mom)– 100% sure

When we are lesser certain about a decision we use “will”– Because the decision is made rapidly in an instant and no arrangements have been made for it. ( not yet told mom, only confirmed to Harry) – 85-90 % sure

If you are even lesser sure about your future plans then you can use will with expressions such as: Probably, possibly, I hope, I think- 70 % sure

For Example:

If you speak to a person for the first time and you realize that you have a lot in common. You can say, “I think we’ll get along well”. (50-70 % sure)

I’ll possibly spend these vacations in Hawaii.
Probably I’ll see you next summer.

Talking about Body Noises in English -- English Vocabulary Lesson
Our beautiful Body does have an ability to produce weird noises, so what exactly they are called in English. Thats what you are going to learn in this lesson today.
At times these noises are little embarrassing especially, if you are in a classroom , at a Dinner table or you are in a meeting, and what if your body produces one of those weird noises. Wow! it can get really embarrassing, isn't it, Watch the lesson and learn how you can get out of this situation, how you can excuse yourself out of this situation.

English lesson - Making, Accepting & Declining an invitation in English.

On certain occasions you may want to extend an invitation to your seniors or colleagues, but may not know what phrases to use so as to sound warm and polite, yet formal at the same time. Also, at times you may want to accept an invitation and express gratitude for the same or decline one gracefully.

In this lesson, we will learn how to make invitations, accept or decline them formally.

Formal phrases to make an invitation :
Would you like to join me for dinner tomorrow? ('Would you' is a formal and a polite way of inviting your colleague.)
Would you care to join us for dinner?
I was just wondering if you would like to come over for dinner tonight?
We'd be pleased/delighted/very happy to have you over for dinner tonight.


Formal phrases to accept an invitation :
Thank you! I'd love to.
Thank you! I'd be delighted to. What time should I be there?
Yes, thank you. That would be wonderful/great.
Oh certainly! Thank you.


Formal phrases to decline an invitation :
I'd love to, but I'm afraid I'm busy tonight.
I'm terribly sorry. I have other plans.
Thanks for asking. I'm afraid I'm busy tonight.

IELTS Speaking test explained – FAQs & Know how – How to get your desired band in speaking test?

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So you’ve decided to take the IELTS Exam, well done! It’s THE Test that’s recognized and respected around the world. In this Questions and Answers session you are going to find out everything you always wanted to know about the IELTS Speaking Test. I’m going to share with you some frequent questions that my dear students have asked me about the IELTS Speaking Test.

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HERE IS SOME VERY GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE IELTS SPEAKING TEST.

IELTS Speaking is a one-to-one interaction between the candidate and an examiner. The three parts give the candidate the opportunity to use a range of different speaking skills. IELTS Speaking is recorded.

TIME AND PARTS:
There are 3 parts to the IELTS Speaking Test. There is an interview which includes introduction and general questions, part 2 is Long Turn - a talk between you and the examiner (long turn for you because here you’re given a cue card/ or a task card with some prompts and you have to prepare for a minute and speak for 1-2 mins.) and part 3 is an Analytical discussion with the examiner. It takes a total of 11-14 minutes. Part 1 is 4-5 mins, part 2 is 3-4 mins and part 3 is 4-5 mins.

MARKING CRITERIA:
There are four marking criteria for the IELTS Speaking Test: FLUENCY AND COHERENCE, LEXICAL RESOURCE (Vocab), Grammatical Range and Accuracy, Pronunciation. Each one accounts for 25 % of your marks. In order to learn how to score better in each criteria watch my other IELTS videos.

HOW MANY QUESTIONS:
You will be asked 12 questions in Part 1 (these are based on three different topic) and in part 3 you’ll be asked 5 or more questions- it depends on the length of your answers. Try to aim for long, detailed answers in part 3.
Now let’s look at some general questions that my students have mostly asked me.

General Questions which students have before taking the IELTS speaking test:

Q-1: Can I ask the examiner to repeating his question?
Q-2: Should I correct my mistakes while speaking?
Q-3: What is the examiner interrupts your answer?
Q -4: Can I use Body language while speaking?
Q-5: Is the speaking test face to face with an examiner or by computer?

Task 01:

Q-6: What should I do first when I enter the exam room?
Q-7: What if my answer include the next question on examiner’s list?
Q-8: Why do I need to expand my answers in the speaking test?

Task 02:

Q-9: Can I choose my topic to talk about in part 2?
Q-10: Can i ask examiner to change the topic?

Task 03 :

Q-11: What if I don’t have any ideas for the answer in part 3?

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Using May and Might - Basic English Grammar Lesson

In this video podcast Rachna brings out the basic difference between the common expressions May and Might,

Students often get confused while using these expressions, Rachna explains the correct usage of May and Might with the help of example sentence for better understanding.

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Accent Training lesson 12 - /ɔɪ/ (oi) as in Joy

Lips: Move from slightly rounded, oval position to relaxed, slightly parted position.
Tongue: Relaxed, move from mid-high to high position.

Common Spelling Patterns for /ɔɪ/
oi avoid, oil, moist, join
oy enjoy, toy, employ, royal

Word Pairs for Practice

1. enjoy the toy 6. annoying noise
2. spoiled boy 7. destroy the poison
3. appointment in Detroit 8. loyal employee
4. broiled oysters 9. moist soil
5. boiling point 10. avoid the moisture

Practice Sentences

1. He destroyed the poison by flushing it down the toilet.
2. Roy had an appointment in Detroit.
3. Joyce is annoyed and a little paranoid.
4. I was disappointed with Joy's choice.
5. Why is Floyd avoiding Roy?

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25 KIWI English Slang words | Speak English like a Native Speaker | English Vocabulary Lesson

English Slang words always confuse you while learning English. British English or American English have different slang words and probably know quite a few of them, but in today's English lesson you will learn 25 Kiwi slang terms originated from New Zealand that you have probably not heard before. This English vocabulary lesson is a good English practice to learn a few. This lesson would also help you understand the New Zealand accent which is slightly different from the British accent or the American accent and improve your English pronunciation as well. If you are looking to travel to New Zealand or get your hand on accent training to understand native speakers this lesson would be perfect for English listening practice and expand your English vocabulary. Watch the complete video with your teacher from New Zealand, Kat, and used these terms in your daily English conversation to sound fluent in English, someone who has a good knowledge of the English language.

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English Grammar lesson - Using conjunctions correctly in sentences
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In this English Grammar lesson you will learn how to use conjunctions correctly in a sentence. A conjunction is a word used to connect clauses or sentences or to coordinate words in the same clause.

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1. And: adds one thing to another or used for similar ideas.
Example: Jane came to my party. Samara came to my party.
Jane and Samara came to my party.

2. But: is used to show contrast. So, if we talk about two things, people or ideas that are contrasting each other, we use ‘but’.
Example: Mrs. Smith is strict. Mrs. Smith is kind.
Mrs. Smith is strict but kind. (strict and kind are contrasting qualities)

3. So: indicates effect, result or consequence. It also expresses ‘purpose’ in a sentence.
For example: Write down the address, so we don’t forget it.

4. Or: presents an alternative or a choice.
Example: Do you want pasta or rice?

5. Because/since/as: are used to give reasons. They can be used interchangeably.
Example: I sat down because/since/as I was tired.

6. After/before/when: are all time related conjunctions.
Example: I’ll email you after I receive the update. (after shows the sequence where one action id followed by the other)
Example: I’ll email you before I receive the update. (before shows one action happens prior to the other or precedes the other)
Example: I’ll email you when I receive the update.

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Free video lesson to learn English Grammar - Auxiliary verb

10 commonly used British Slang words.

1. Balls-up -- A messed up situation
The whole trip to London was balls-up

2. Gobby -- Being a loud mouth and/or offensive
My neighbor is a little gobby at times.

3. Legless -- Extremely drunk
At the bachelor's party, John was completely legless.

4. Knackered -- Tired and Exhausted
After working the whole night, I was completely knackered.

5. Rumpy Pumpy -- Getting sexual / naughty
Let's get rumpy pumpy tonight.

6. Miffed - Upset or Offended
My friends made fun of me and now I am a little miffed.

7. Minted -- To be wealthy
After he started a new business, he is minting a lot of money.

8. Tosh -- Nonsense
The politics is a complete tosh to me.

9. Collywobbles -- A feeling of acute nervousness.
I got collywobbles before presenting the report to my boss.

10. Wazzock - An idiot.
My friend is a complete wazzock.

Using 'Supposed to...' correctly in English - Free English lessons online

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We used ‘supposed to’ when you want to say ‘it is believed or it is said’
Example: The new James Bond film is supposed to be good.
Example: Starbucks coffee is supposed to be the best.

It is used to say something is expected.
Example: I am supposed to get to work at 8 am.
Example: You are supposed to do your homework daily.

‘Supposed to’ is used to say that something was to happen or take place, but actually did not happen.
Example: You were supposed to call me last night.
Example: John and Maria were supposed to get married last month.

When ‘supposed to’ is used in the negative (not supposed to), it means not allowed to do something or prohibited from doing something.
Example: You are not supposed to smoke in here.
Example: I am not supposed to tell you the details of what was discussed in the meeting.

English expressions used at a restaurant - Advance English lesson
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There are many types of restaurant. In this lesson, Niharika will cover what you need to say in fine-dine restaurants, regular sit down restaurants, and luxury fine dining restaurants.This lesson teaches common words and expressions for describing food and drink, restaurant service and parts of meals.

Useful phrases :

1. Asking for a table

do you have any free tables?
I'd like to make a reservation
I'd like to book a table, please
I've got a reservation in the name of

2. Ordering your meal :

Could I see the menu, please?
could I see the wine list, please?


Do you have any specials?
what's the soup of the day?
what do you recommend?
what's this dish?

3. Making changes to the order

If you'd like to get the waiter's attention, the most polite way is simply to say:

Excuse me!
could we have ...?
another bottle of wine
some more bread
some water
could you make this soup 1 by 2?
Please see to it that the food is spicy/nonspicy

4. Problems with the food

this isn't what I ordered
this food's cold
this is too salty
this doesn't taste right
we've been waiting a long time
is our meal on its way?
will our food be long?

5. Asking for the check

the bill, please
could we have the bill, please?

can I pay by card?
do you take credit cards?

is service charge included?























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