Monthly Archives: December 2011

English, a friendly language

Posted on December 30, 2011 by rox

English…what a powerful language!?! But besides its power, let’s say, there are some ‘tricky’ situations or, better, language structures, I’d like to discuss with you. SITUATION 1 A couple. Husband: ‘My love, I’m going out with a friend, tonight!’ Wife: … Continue reading →

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LUV: Like Understanding Value

Posted on December 27, 2011 by rox

What is love, baby don’t hurt me, don’t hurt me…No more! These were the lyrics of a very famous disco-song of the eighties. Years have passed but the question is always the same: What is love? And this question sounds particularly … Continue reading →

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A Christmas tale: that heart-shaped drop

Posted on December 26, 2011 by rox

There are several Christmas Tales around the globe. Some of them sound more original and true than others, but all of them are very important because of their deep meaning, that can always teache something to every reader. My tale … Continue reading →

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What does Christmas mean to English speaking people in the UK?

Posted on December 24, 2011 by Chris Lawson

To English speakers, as to speakers of other languages, Christmas means a myriad of different things. The British Council Japan’s Mary-Ann explains some of the significances the festive season may have for people in the UK:- What you might expect … Continue reading →

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English Speaking Actor – Funny Funny Funny Jim Carrey!!!

Posted on December 24, 2011 by Nuriya Shaken

Джим Керри – актер комедиант! Я не знаю ни одного настоящего комедийного актера кроме Джима. Он по-моему настоящий комедийный актер! Если даже взять Бена Стиллера или Стива Карелла, их только называют комедиантами, а на самом деле кто-нибудь из них смог … Continue reading →

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English Speaking Film Review – Scream 4: “Madness is a new norm!”

Posted on December 23, 2011 by Nuriya Shaken

«Безумие – это новая норма!» Крик 4 – очередная часть знаменитого молодежного слэшера Уэса Крейвена! Эту часть поклонники «Крика» ждали 12 лет, и вот этот день настал и мы все наслаждались просмотром четвертой части знаменитого ужастика! Слоган – «Какой твой … Continue reading →

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Studying English abroad can be a hugely life-changing and rewarding experience.

Posted on December 18, 2011 by Chris Lawson

Studying English and living abroad in an English speaking country can be a hugely life-changing and richly rewarding experience. In addition, your English skills will improve rapidly and you will gain a new cultural outlook on life. Here’s what Wall … Continue reading →

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Christmas traditions in the UK

Posted on December 16, 2011 by Kat

Kiedyś trudno było mi wyobrazić sobie święta Bożego Narodzenia poza domem. W końcu rodzinna Gwiazdka z karpiem, pierogami i kutią to jedna z naszych najpiękniejszych polskich tradycji. Kilka lat temu jednak, dałam się namówić na spędzenie świąt ze znajomą angielską … Continue reading →

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ESL – English as a Second Language

Posted on December 14, 2011 by Jon

Nowadays it is becoming increasingly important to learn English as a second language. It is the main language used for communication in the modern world. So why is it that English is used as a second language? For me there … Continue reading →

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Junior English Summer Schools – memorable experiences

Posted on December 7, 2011 by Jon

One of the most rewarding things that I have done in my working life is to become involved with an organisation in the north of Italy, teaching young learners the English language. The main focus of these English Summer camps … Continue reading →

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