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Business English | How to Make Small Talk in English at Work [605] Sep 16, 2026 1310 🚨 Take the free Test Your Meeting English quiz and find out which meeting situations you need to practise ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizLearn how to make small talk in English with your boss, manager or clients. In this Business English lesson, Harry teaches you 12 practical phrases for starting a conversation, answering questions and making small talk before a meeting.What c

Business English | What to Say When Someone Interrupts You in an English Meeting [604] Sep 9, 2026 1296 🚨If you struggle to find the right words in meetings, Speak Up in Meetings gives you practical phrases for interrupting, disagreeing, buying time and finishing your point. Click the link to prepare for your next English meeting https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/speak-up-in-english-meetings/In this Business English lesson, you'll learn how handle interruptions in English meetings without

Business English | How to Say No to Last-Minute Requests at Work [603] Sep 2, 2026 1240 🚨 Take the free Test Your Meeting English quiz and find out which meeting situations you need to practise ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizLearn how to say no politely in English when your manager, colleague or client gives you a last-minute request at work. In this Business English lesson, you’ll learn natural workplace English phrases for dealing with urgent tasks, unrealistic

Business English | How to Give Constructive Feedback in English at Work [602] Aug 26, 2026 1633 🚨 Take the free Test Your Meeting English quiz and find out which meeting situations you need to practise ➡️https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIn this Business English lesson, you'll learn how to give constructive feedback about someone’s work, an idea, a draft, a proposal or a decision. You’ll learn phrases for pointing out a problem, explaining why something needs to change, a

Business English | How to Ask Your Manager for Help in English [601] Aug 19, 2026 1527 🚨 Take the free Test Your Meeting English quiz and find out which meeting situations you need to practise ➡️https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizLearn how to ask your manager for help in English without sounding unsure or incapable at work. In this Business English podcast episode, you’ll learn natural ways to ask for advice, request clarification, explain when you’re stuck and get the

Business English | How to Ask for Clarification in English at Work [600] Aug 12, 2026 1252 🚨 Take the FREE Test Your Meeting English quiz and find out which meeting situations you need to practise ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizSomeone repeats the same thing, but you still don’t understand. What do you ask next? In this business English lesson, learn how to move beyond simply asking someone to repeat themselves and get the information you actually need. You’ll learn

Business English | What to Say When Someone Challenges Your Idea [599] Aug 5, 2026 1021 🚨 Take the free Test Your Meeting English quiz and find out which meeting situations you need to practise ➡️https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIn this Business English lesson, you’ll learn how to defend your ideas when a colleague, manager or client challenges you in a meeting. Harry explains how to respond clearly, support your reasoning, deal with objections and show the possible c

Business English | 14 English Phrases for Giving Progress Updates at Work [598] Jul 29, 2026 1346 🚨 Take the free Test Your Meeting English quiz and find out which meeting situations you need to practise ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizLearn how to give a clear progress update in English during meetings, project calls and everyday workplace conversations. This business English lesson teaches practical phrases for saying that work is on track, nearly finished, delayed, waiti

Business English | How to Answer Unexpected Questions at Work [597] Jul 22, 2026 792 🚨 Take the free Test Your Meeting English quiz and find out which meeting situations you need to practise ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizWhat can you say when someone asks you an unexpected question at work and you do not have the answer yet? Learn 10 natural business English phrases that give you time to think, help you clarify the question and tell the other person exactly w

Business English | Check, Confirm or Clarify? [596] Jul 15, 2026 1024 🚨 Take the free Test Your Meeting English quiz and find out which meeting situations you need to practise ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizDo you know whether to check, confirm or clarify a deadline, decision or instruction? Many English learners understand these three verbs but hesitate when they need to use them in a work email, meeting or call.By the end of this business Engl

10 Advanced English Collocations for Negative Feelings and Emotions [595] Jul 8, 2026 1016 🚨 How good is your English at work? Take the free Test Your English at Work quiz and see how you handle real workplace situations in English. Take the test here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/test-english-at-work/In this episode, you will learn advanced English collocations for negative feelings and emotions. These natural word combinations will help you describe how people feel in a mor

Business English | How to Criticise Politely in English at Work [594] Jul 1, 2026 1462 🚨 Take the free Test Your Meeting English quiz and find out which meeting situations you need to practise ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizLearn how to criticise politely in English without sounding rude, aggressive, or too direct. In this episode, you’ll hear natural English phrases you can use when giving feedback, disagreeing carefully, or pointing out a problem in a business

Business English | 10 Business English Verbs to Talk About Tasks, Time, and Deadlines [593] Jun 24, 2026 1310 🚨 Take the free Test Your Meeting English quiz and find out which meeting situations you need to practise ➡️https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIn this episode, you will learn 10 useful English verbs for time management. These verbs help you talk about preparing for problems, choosing what matters most, writing quick notes, giving tasks to other people, staying with a plan, handling t

10 Common English Idioms for Saying Something Is Really Good [592] Jun 17, 2026 768 🚨 Take the free Test Your Meeting English quiz and find out which meeting situations you need to practise ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIn this episode, you’ll learn common English idioms you can use when something is really good, impressive, successful, or better than expected.Native speakers often use idioms when they want to praise someone’s work, describe a great experien

Useful English Adjectives for Talking About Relationships [591] Jun 10, 2026 1110 🚨 Take the free Test Your Meeting English quiz and find out which meeting situations you need to practise ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIn this episode, you’ll learn useful adjectives that help you describe different types of relationships in a more natural and accurate way. The focus is on real situations, such as friendships, family relationships, romantic relationships, an

Useful English Collocations for Talking About Travel [590] Jun 3, 2026 1103 🚨 Take the free Test Your Meeting English quiz and find out which meeting situations you need to practise ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIn this episode, you’ll learn useful collocations that help you talk about trips, holidays, transport, plans, delays, and travel experiences more clearly. These word combinations are important because they help your English sound more natural

Useful English Phrases for Difficult Conversations [589] May 27, 2026 2178 🚨 Take the free Test Your Meeting English quiz and find out which meeting situations you need to practise ➡️https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIn this episode, you’ll learn useful phrases for moments when you feel shocked, disappointed, angry, or need to respond to someone directly. The focus is on real spoken English for situations where something has gone wrong and you need the rig

Useful English Expressions with “Go” for Everyday Speaking [588] May 20, 2026 1634 🚨 How good is your English at work? Take the free Test Your English at Work quiz and see how you handle real workplace situations in English. Take the test here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/test-english-at-work/In this episode, you’ll learn how “go” is used in natural everyday phrases to talk about plans, progress, changes, choices, and situations. These expressions are useful because

Natural Speaking Phrases for Everyday Negotiations [587] May 13, 2026 1492 🚨 How good is your English at work? Take the free Test Your English at Work quiz and see how you handle real workplace situations in English. Take the test here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/test-english-at-work/In this episode, you’ll learn practical English phrases for simple, real-life negotiations. The focus is on speaking clearly, staying polite, and knowing what to say when you wa

Short English Idioms Native Speakers Use in Everyday Conversation [586] May 6, 2026 922 🚨 How good is your English at work? Take the free Test Your English at Work quiz and see how you handle real workplace situations in English. Take the test here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/test-english-at-work/In this episode, you’ll learn short two-word expressions that native speakers use to describe situations, people, moods, and everyday experiences. These phrases may look simple,

Phrasal Verbs for Talking About Health and Feeling Unwell [585] Apr 29, 2026 1298 🚨Improve your English with structured online lessons. Book a free trial and get clear feedback on your level, pronunciation and speaking. Book here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trialIn this episode, you’ll learn how these expressions are used to describe feeling unwell, changes in your condition, and situations related to getting better or worse. Understanding these patterns will help

Business English | How to Talk About Problems at Work in English [584] Apr 22, 2026 1335 🚨 How good is your English at work? Take the free Test Your English at Work quiz and see how you handle real workplace situations in English. Take the test here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/test-english-at-work/In this episode, you’ll learn practical English to describe common workplace situations clearly and professionally. This includes how to talk about delays, misunderstandings, pr

Similar English Words That Change the Meaning of Your Sentence [583] Apr 15, 2026 657 🚨Improve your English with structured online lessons. Book a free trial and get clear feedback on your level, pronunciation and speaking. Book here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trialIn this episode, we focus on pairs that often cause confusion, especially when one form changes the meaning of a sentence in a subtle way. These differences are easy to miss, but they can affect how natura

Common English Idioms to Describe People Naturally [582] Apr 8, 2026 855 🚨Improve your English with structured online lessons. Book a free trial and get clear feedback on your level, pronunciation and speaking. Book here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trialIn this episode, you’ll learn a range of common idioms that are used to talk about people in everyday situations. These expressions will help you understand what others mean more easily and give you more o

Natural English Vocabulary to Describe Relationships [581] Apr 1, 2026 823 🚨Improve your English with structured online lessons. Book a free trial and get clear feedback on your level, pronunciation and speaking. Book here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trialIn this episode, you’ll learn practical vocabulary that helps you describe relationships, social roles, and how people understand each other. These are the kinds of words that come up in everyday conversat

Learn English Through News: Vocabulary Explained Clearly [580] Mar 25, 2026 1371 🚨Improve your English with structured online lessons. Book a free trial and get clear feedback on your level, pronunciation and speaking. Book here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trialIn this episode, you’ll improve your English by listening to a short news extract and learning the key vocabulary in context.First, you’ll hear part of a real news article. Then, I explain important words

20 Phrasal Verbs with “Take” to Help You Speak More Naturally [579] Mar 18, 2026 1621 🚨Improve your English with structured online lessons. Book a free trial and get clear feedback on your level, pronunciation and speaking. Book here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trialIn this episode, we go through 20 common phrasal verbs with take and explain them in a clear, practical way. You’ll see how these verbs are used in natural English, so they are easier to remember and easie

How to Talk About Instinct and Thinking in English [578] Mar 11, 2026 804 🚨Improve your English with structured online lessons.Book a free trial and get clear feedback on your level, pronunciation and speaking. Book here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trialIn this episode, you’ll learn useful English expressions for talking about instinct, reason, and the way people make decisions. This is the kind of vocabulary that helps you explain not just what you decide

Common “Out of” Expressions in Everyday English [577] Mar 4, 2026 1105 🚨Improve your English with structured online lessons. Book a free trial and get clear feedback on your level, pronunciation and speaking. Book here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trialIn this episode, we look at natural phrases like out of luck, out of touch, out of reach, and similar expressions you will hear in everyday English.These phrases are common in conversations, news, films, a

How to Describe Strong Feelings in Natural English [576] Feb 25, 2026 905 🚨Improve your English with structured online lessons. Book a free trial and get clear feedback on your level, pronunciation and speaking. Book here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trialIn this episode, you’ll learn natural English expressions that describe strong emotional reactions.We look at everyday phrases people use when something:annoys youmakes you nervousfrightens youshocks youor

10 Common “Big” Idioms You’ll Hear in Everyday English [575] Feb 18, 2026 805 🚨Improve your English with structured online lessons.Book a free trial and get clear feedback on your level, pronunciation and speaking. Book here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trialIn this episode, you’ll learn common English idioms with the word “big” and how they are used in real conversations.Many learners understand the word big, but its meaning changes completely in expressions l

10 Adjectives You Need to Describe Change in English [574] Feb 11, 2026 984 🚨Improve your English with structured online lessons. Book a free trial and get clear feedback on your level, pronunciation and speaking. Book here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trialIn this episode, you will learn natural English words used to describe change, from small adjustments to major transformations.Many learners know basic words like big or small, but they are not always sure

10 English Collocations You Need When Making Decisions [573] Feb 4, 2026 897 🚨Improve your English with structured online lessons. Book a free trial and get clear feedback on your level, pronunciation and speaking. Book here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trialIn this episode, you’ll learn collocations and expressions you need when making decisions in English.Many learners know the individual words, but they struggle to:combine them naturallysound confident when

12 English Collocations for Every Life Stage: From Baby to Senior [572] Jan 28, 2026 1025 🚨Improve your English with structured online lessons.Book a free trial and get clear feedback on your level, pronunciation and speaking. Book here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trialIn this episode, you’ll learn natural English collocations and expressions used when talking about different stages of life.Many learners know the vocabulary, but they are not sure which collocations sound

11 Key Adjectives to Describe Buildings and Places Clearly [571] Jan 21, 2026 919 🚨 If you use English at work, these phrases matter. These are the only English phrases I allow my private students to use at work, and the ones I tell them to stop using. 👉 Download the PDF (€9): https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/workphrases-podcastIn this episode, we focus on English adjectives used to describe buildings and places. You will learn how native speakers talk about the size, ag

20 Phrasal Verbs to Help You Speak More Naturally [570] Jan 14, 2026 878 🚨Improve your English with structured online lessons. Book a free trial and get clear feedback on your level, pronunciation and speaking. Book here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trialIn this episode, we cover 20 commonly used English phrasal verbs that native speakers use in everyday conversations. You will hear clear explanations and practical examples that show how these phrasal verb

Business English | Practical English Expressions for the Workplace [569] Jan 7, 2026 927 🚨 How good is your English at work? Take the free Test Your English at Work quiz and see how you handle real workplace situations in English. Take the test here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/test-english-at-work/In this episode, we focus on workplace English expressions that professionals use in everyday work situations. You will learn how these expressions are used in meetings, emails,

Useful Verbs to Describe Movement Accurately [568] Dec 31, 2025 914 🚨Improve your English with structured online lessons. Book a free trial and get clear feedback on your level, pronunciation and speaking. Book here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trialIn this episode, we focus on English verbs of movement and explain how native speakers use them to describe speed, direction, and manner of movement. You will hear clear explanations and practical examples

English Idioms about Movement with Simple Explanations [567] Dec 24, 2025 1409 🚨Improve your English with structured online lessons. Book a free trial and get clear feedback on your level, pronunciation and speaking. Book here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trialIn this episode, we explain the meaning of English idioms related to movement and show how native speakers use them in real situations. Each idiom is broken down in simple English, with clear examples that

Giving and Responding to Advice Politely in English [566] Dec 17, 2025 947 🚨 How good is your English at work? Take the free Test Your English at Work quiz and see how you handle real workplace situations in English. Take the test here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/test-english-at-work/In this episode, you will learn how to give advice in English clearly and naturally. You will also learn how to respond to advice in polite and not-so-polite ways. We focus on r

Business English | How to Talk about Financial Trends in Business English [565] Dec 10, 2025 1010 🚨 How good is your English at work? Take the free Test Your English at Work quiz and see how you handle real workplace situations in English. Take the test here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/test-english-at-work/In this episode, we look at useful English collocations for talking about economic trends, financial changes, and market movements. You will hear clear explanations that show ho

Music Idioms You May Hear in Everyday English [564] Dec 3, 2025 1128 In this episode, we explore common English idioms connected to music and everyday situations. You will learn how native speakers use these expressions naturally in conversations, stories, and informal speech. Each one is explained in simple English with clear context so you can understand the meaning, the tone, and when it is appropriate to use it.This lesson is ideal for intermediate and advanced

Phrasal Verbs to Describe Behaviour and Actions [563] Nov 26, 2025 1058 🚨Improve your English with structured online lessons. Book a free trial and get clear feedback on your level, pronunciation and speaking. Book here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trialIn this episode, we explore useful English expressions that describe everyday actions and reactions. You will hear clear explanations and natural examples that show how native speakers use these expression

Different Ways to Say “Shocked” in Everyday English [562] Nov 19, 2025 1091 🚨 If you use English at work, these phrases matter. These are the only English phrases I allow my private students to use at work, and the ones I tell them to stop using. 👉 Download the PDF (€9): https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/workphrases-podcastIn this episode, you will learn different ways to say “I’m shocked” in English and how native speakers use them in real situations. Each expressi

Natural Ways to Give and Respond to Suggestions in English [561] Nov 12, 2025 1491 🚨 How good is your English at work? Take the free Test Your English at Work quiz and see how you handle real workplace situations in English. Take the test here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/test-english-at-work/In this episode, you will learn how to make suggestions clearly in English. We explain easy ways to accept suggestions and also how to say no politely. You will understand how t

Common Phrasal Verbs You Need for Talking about Driving [560] Nov 5, 2025 959 🚨 How good is your English at work? Take the free Test Your English at Work quiz and see how you handle real workplace situations in English. Take the test here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/test-english-at-work/In this episode, you’ll learn how native speakers use phrasal verbs related to driving in real-life situations. Each one is explained in simple English with clear examples so yo

Business English | How to talk about your job responsibilities in English [559] Oct 29, 2025 599 🚨 How good is your English at work? Take the free Test Your English at Work quiz and see how you handle real workplace situations in English. Take the test here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/test-english-at-work/In this episode, we’re going to talk about some essential English verbs you can use at work. These are important for anyone who wants to improve their Business English or sound

Popular Colour Idioms Explained with Clear, Real Examples [558] Oct 22, 2025 1185 🚨 How good is your English at work? Take the free Test Your English at Work quiz and see how you handle real workplace situations in English. Take the test here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/test-english-at-work/In this episode, you’ll learn popular English idioms that use colours. These expressions are common in everyday conversations and will help you sound more natural and fluent.We’

FOR or TO? How to Express Purpose Clearly in English [557] Oct 15, 2025 546 🚨 How good is your English at work? Take the free Test Your English at Work quiz and see how you handle real workplace situations in English. Take the test here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/test-english-at-work/In this episode, you’ll learn the difference between using for and to when expressing purpose in English. Many learners confuse these two words, but with clear explanations and

English Expressions with “Keep”: Meanings and Examples [556] Oct 8, 2025 666 🚨 Improve your English with structured online lessons.Book a free trial and get clear feedback on your level, pronunciation and speaking. Book here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trialLearn English expressions with keep, including keep at arm’s length, keep awake and keep your shirt on. The same verb can describe avoiding close contact, staying awake or asking someone to be patient.Clear

How to Choose the Right Word in English: Trip, Travel, Journey and More [555] Oct 1, 2025 667 🚨 If you use English at work, these phrases matter. These are the only English phrases I allow my private students to use at work, and the ones I tell them to stop using. 👉 Download the PDF (€9): https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/workphrases-podcastIn this episode, you’ll learn the key differences between common travel words in English. Many learners confuse journey, trip, travel, and touris

How to Talk about Results and Consequences in English [554] Sep 24, 2025 917 🚨 How good is your English at work? Take the free Test Your English at Work quiz and see how you handle real workplace situations in English. Take the test here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/test-english-at-work/In this episode, you’ll learn 10 strong verbs that will make your English sound more advanced and professional. These verbs are often used in business, work, and academic contex

Useful Adjectives to Describe People Clearly and Politely [553] Sep 17, 2025 951 🚨 If you use English at work, these phrases matter. These are the only English phrases I allow my private students to use at work, and the ones I tell them to stop using. 👉 Download the PDF (€9): https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/workphrases-podcastIn this episode, you will learn English adjectives for describing people. You will learn how native speakers talk about personality, behaviour, a

Everyday Expressions with “Look” You’ll Actually Hear and Use [552] Sep 10, 2025 705 🚨 If you use English at work, these phrases matter. These are the only English phrases I allow my private students to use at work, and the ones I tell them to stop using. 👉 Download the PDF (€9): https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/workphrases-podcastIn this episode, we explore popular English expressions with LOOK and explain how native speakers really use them. You will hear clear examples a

Different Ways to Say “Hurry Up” Politely and Naturally [551] Sep 3, 2025 583 🚨 If you use English at work, these phrases matter. These are the only English phrases I allow my private students to use at work, and the ones I tell them to stop using. 👉 Download the PDF (€9): https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/workphrases-podcastIn this epsiode, I will teach you 10 natural ways to say hurry up in English. These are common English phrases that native speakers use in daily

How to Use “Speak” and “Talk” Correctly in English [550] Aug 27, 2025 857 🚨 If you use English at work, these phrases matter. These are the only English phrases I allow my private students to use at work, and the ones I tell them to stop using. 👉 Download the PDF (€9): https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/workphrases-podcastIn this episode, you will learn 10 popular English expressions with speak and talk. These idioms are used every day in real conversations by nati

How to Use Vague Language Naturally in English [549] Aug 20, 2025 760 🚨 If you use English at work, these phrases matter. These are the only English phrases I allow my private students to use at work, and the ones I tell them to stop using. 👉 Download the PDF (€9): https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/workphrases-podcastIn this episode, you will learn how native English speakers talk when they are not exact. This is common in everyday conversation when people spe

Verbs You Need to Talk About Change in English [548] Aug 13, 2025 880 🚨 If you use English at work, these phrases matter. These are the only English phrases I allow my private students to use at work, and the ones I tell them to stop using. 👉 Download the PDF (€9): https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/workphrases-podcastLearn how to talk about change in English with clear, natural expressions used by advanced speakers. This episode is ideal for learners preparing

Common Idioms for Talking About Relationships [547] Aug 6, 2025 868 🚨Improve your English with structured online lessons. Book a free trial and get clear feedback on your level, pronunciation and speaking. Book here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trialIn this episode, you'll learn 12 advanced English idioms for relationships. These are natural English expressions that native speakers use all the time in everyday conversations, personal stories and

10 Useful Verbs to Improve Your Everyday Speaking [546] Jul 30, 2025 711 🚨Improve your English with structured online lessons. Book a free trial and get clear feedback on your level, pronunciation and speaking. Book here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trialIn this episode, you will learn 10 advanced speaking verbs to improve your English vocabulary and speak with more confidence in everyday situations. This lesson is perfect for intermediate and advanced lea

Natural English Phrases to Express Belief and Doubt [545] Jul 23, 2025 558 🚨Improve your English with structured online lessons. Book a free trial and get clear feedback on your level, pronunciation and speaking. Book here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trialIn this episode, you’ll learn natural English phrases to express belief, doubt, and uncertainty clearly and confidently. Many learners know the grammar, but struggle to combine words in a way that sounds n

Natural English Verbs and Phrases about Breathing [544] Jul 16, 2025 725 🚨 If you use English at work, these phrases matter. These are the only English phrases I allow my private students to use at work, and the ones I tell them to stop using. 👉 Download the PDF (€9): https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/workphrases-podcastIn this episode, you’ll learn natural English verbs and expressions related to breathing. Many learners know basic words like breath and breathe,

Everyday English Idioms about Travel and Transport [543] Jul 9, 2025 916 🚨Improve your English with structured online lessons. Book a free trial and get clear feedback on your level, pronunciation and speaking. Book here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trialIn this episode, you’ll learn natural English idioms related to travel and transport. These are common spoken expressions that appear in conversations, news, and daily life. I show you what they mean, how

Better Ways to Say “Expensive” in Natural English [542] Jul 2, 2025 852 🚨Improve your English with structured online lessons. Book a free trial and get clear feedback on your level, pronunciation and speaking. Book here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trialIn this episode, you’ll learn natural alternatives to the word “expensive.” Many learners repeat the same basic word, even when native speakers would choose something more precise. I explain when each expr

Useful Words to Describe Problems and Setbacks [541] Jun 25, 2025 943 🚨Improve your English with structured online lessons.Book a free trial and get clear feedback on your level, pronunciation and speaking. Book here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trialIn this episode, you’ll learn natural English vocabulary for describing difficult situations and negative changes. Whether you are talking about work challenges, personal setbacks, or news events, choosing

Natural Idioms for Difficult Situations in English [540] Jun 18, 2025 943 🚨Improve your English with structured online lessons. Book a free trial and get clear feedback on your level, pronunciation and speaking. Book here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trialIn this episode, you’ll learn common English idioms used to describe challenges and difficult situations. These are expressions native speakers use in everyday speech, not formal textbook language. I expla

Natural English Phrases for Clearer Communication at Work [539] Jun 11, 2025 869 🚨 If you use English at work, these phrases matter. These are the only English phrases I allow my private students to use at work, and the ones I tell them to stop using. 👉 Download the PDF (€9): https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/workphrases-podcastIn this episode, you’ll learn practical English phrases used in meetings, discussions, and workplace communication. I explain how to manage topic

How to Make Predictions Clearly in English [538] Jun 4, 2025 863 🚨 If you use English at work, these phrases matter. These are the only English phrases I allow my private students to use at work, and the ones I tell them to stop using. 👉 Download the PDF (€9): https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/workphrases-podcastIn this episode, you’ll learn natural ways to talk about future events and make predictions in English. I show you how to express opinions, expec

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