The words “lie” and “lay” are often confused because they have similar meanings. However, there is a clear difference between them, and understanding this difference can help you use them correctly in your writing and speech. Let’s talk in a small group! Sign up for a group speaking course. Contact me via email: contact@teacherola.com Download […]
Today we’re talking about the “Four Strands” model of language learning, which is a way to learn languages effectively. We’re discussing three elements of the model: input, output, and language focus. It’s all about balancing these three elements to improve language learning… or is it? Let’s talk in a small group! Sign up for a […]
Learn English with TV series! “Grace and Frankie” can be a helpful tool for you because it exposes you to natural, colloquial language that you may not find in textbooks or traditional language learning materials. The show deals with a variety of everyday situations and conversations, making it a valuable resource for learning practical English […]
In this episode of TOP, we dive into the popular song “Calm Down” by Nigerian rapper Rema, featuring Selena Gomez. The song has become a sensation on TikTok, and we’re here to explore its meaning and teach you some English slang along the way. In episode 190: story behind lyrics ‘Calm Down’ slang words: ‘banger’, […]
In today’s episode, we will focus on idioms connected with the theme of hope. Hope is a powerful emotion that helps us stay positive and optimistic, even in challenging times. And just like any other aspect of life, hope has its own set of idioms that we use in everyday conversation. So, in this episode, […]
Today, we’re going to talk about the difference between the two verbs: ‘raise’ and ‘rise’. These verbs are often confused because both words describe upward movement and have similar spellings and pronunciations. Even native speakers confuse ‘raise’ and ‘rise’ so we are justified 😀 In episode 188: all you need to know about the verbs […]
Are you a fan of ‘The Last Of Us’? Why not learn English with that tv series? It’s a brilliant idea and I’m going to prove it in this episode. I have picked 10 useful phrases, 10 quotes from the first episode and lots of examples of how to use them in real-life situations. Let’s […]
In this episode, we’ll be analyzing the vocabulary of Meghan Trainor’s hit song “Made You Look,” with the goal of helping you improve your skills. We’ll break down some of the most challenging and interesting words and phrases in the lyrics, and provide examples and practice sentences for you to repeat. Get ready for some […]
In this episode, we’ll be diving into the vocabulary used in the first episode of the hit TV series, Modern Family. Modern Family is a fantastic resource for English language learners looking to improve their skills. We’ll be breaking down the keywords and phrases used in the episode so that you can understand them in […]
Welcome to today’s podcast episode where we’re going to talk about the word “could”. We’ll discuss the different ways it can be used to show possibility, ability, permission, suggestion, politeness, and more. We’ll look at examples of “could” in different situations, like talking about the past or present. And at the end, we’ll do some […]
