“Get,” the Little Verb That Does Everything

“Get,” the Little Verb That Does Everything

Beginning my day I often get up at 5:30 or 6:00AM. After some time, I get my dog fed, and...

holly’s Language Journal June 16, 2016

holly’s Language Journal June 16, 2016

I have made my decision, and I will be learning 2 languages. And I have relearned a little Russian rhyme.

English Expression of the Week: Take a Stab at

English Expression of the Week: Take a Stab at

The Expression The expression for this week is “take a stab at.” It is a phrasal verb like “try your...

English Expression of the Week: Give it a Shot

English Expression of the Week: Give it a Shot

The Expression The expression for this week is “give it a shot.” I am sure you have heard it in...

When I was Young: Using Past Simple Structures

When I was Young: Using Past Simple Structures

When I was Young When I was a young girl, I did not like pop music very much. I began...

To Correct or not to Correct: That is the Question

To Correct or not to Correct: That is the Question

The Teacher in Training When I was studying for my M.A., I had the opportunity to volunteer as a conversation...

English Expression of the Week: Test the Waters

English Expression of the Week: Test the Waters

The Expression The expression for this week is “test the waters.” It is not a phrasal verb, and it must...

Speak More Naturally by Keeping it Short

Speak More Naturally by Keeping it Short

The Situation Dave and Anne are colleagues who have known each other for a little while. They have become friends...

Dmitriy

Dmitriy

Finally I have broken my language barrier! And now I'm not afraid to speak with people.

English Expression of the Week: Try Your Hand at

English Expression of the Week: Try Your Hand at

The Expression The expression for this week is “try your hand at.” In this case, the expression is actually a...

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