Tag Archives: Study english

In the Middle of Nowhere

Posted on January 8, 2012 by rox

Once upon a time there were two friends, a guy and a girl. Both of them spoke English as their second language. She had studied English for ages (even at the University) and spent few years in English speaking countries. … Continue reading →

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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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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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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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A Swedish experience that English made unforgettable

Posted on August 25, 2011 by rox

Years ago, my tiny village in Southern Italy signed a partnership with Robertsfors, another little village in Sweden. After a while, a group of young Swedish came to visit our little town. The group was made up of 10 people, … Continue reading →

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The trip that changed my life

Posted on August 17, 2011 by rox

I had studied some English in the past…very easy structures, though…’What’s your favourite colour?, What’s your name? How’s the weather?… But when I took part to my first English class ever at Secondary School, facing a teacher speaking English all … Continue reading →

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The keyword is S.V.O.

Posted on August 9, 2011 by rox

Not everybody knows that English is a very easy language and it really is!!! There are people studying it for ages at school, without getting any point…why??? Three answers to this question: – first of all, because of a strong lack of … Continue reading →

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