The ESLPod Blog (page 67)
- Discussing the Episodes
What’s for Dinner, Jeff?
I love to cook on my barbecue (also be spelled “barbeque” or abbreviated “BBQ”) grill in the back of my house.
- Discussing the Episodes
How Americans Use Their Middle Names (Or Not!)
How do Americans use their middle names? It seems like an easy question, but it can get a little confusing.
- Language & Terms
60 Second English: Using “A Bit” and “As Well”
Two of the most common expressions in spoken English are “a bit” and “as well.” Learn how to use both in this 60 second video.
- Books and Reading
Re-Reading Books When You’re Older
The following comes from a recent essay in the British magazine Literary Review .
- Language & Terms
What Do I Say When Someone Has Died?
None of us will live forever. Death (end of life) is the eventual (someday) destination (where you are going) of all of us.
- Language & Terms
How Do You Use the Verb “Stand By”?
There are a couple of different ways to use the phrasal verb to stand by , and it can get very confusing.
- Language & Terms
60-Second Video: How to Ask Someone to Repeat Something in English
If you’re confused about how exactly to ask someone to repeat what they said to you in English, watch this quick 60-second video:
- Books and Reading
What is the Secret to Remembering New Words?
How can you remember all the new words you read and listen to in English?
- Language & Terms
What’s the Difference Between “Sleep” and “Asleep”?
I’ve been feeling rather lazy this week. So it’s a good time to talk about a few confusing words in English related to sleeping.
- Language & Terms
What does “I can’t be bothered” mean?
“ I can’t be bothered ” means “I don’t want to make the effort (work) to do something.” For example:
