Calling All English as a Foreign Language Students. Here’s why you NEED the Schwa!

Calling All English as a Foreign Language Students. Here’s why you NEED the Schwa!

Learning English as a foreign language?  There’s a fundamental you need to know about that’s subtle, sneaky, and is everywhere in English! Yes, we’re talking about the schwa, which steps into the spotlight every 7th April. National Schwa Day is your chance to...
What if We Told You Bread Makes It More Challenging to Learn English?

What if We Told You Bread Makes It More Challenging to Learn English?

Non-natives wanting to learn English beware, because you’re up against an enemy in plain sight! There’s nothing more delicious than a fresh loaf of bread. And if you love bread (who doesn’t?), Real Bread Week (15th – 24th February) is your time to shine, whether...
Whisper “Hotel Ghost!” in Every Language

Whisper “Hotel Ghost!” in Every Language

“Of all the eerie places around the world – and there are many – there’s something extra spooky about haunted hotels. Maybe it’s the influence of so many movies and TV shows, but things going “bump” in the night seem to be even bumpier in a hall packed with sleeping...
English Language False Friends You Should Know About Before Going Abroad

English Language False Friends You Should Know About Before Going Abroad

Unfamiliar with ‘false friends’ in the English language? Writer Chris Ciolli explained in her article 12 English Words With Unfortunate Meanings in Other Languages for award-winning travel media brand Afar: “There’s a name for the phenomenon of everyday English words...
Canada’s Melting Pot of Cultures and Languages

Canada’s Melting Pot of Cultures and Languages

Every 1st July, we don our red and white, wave the maple leaf, and bask in the glory of the True North. Happy Canada Day! But here’s the thing. Canada Day isn’t just about scoffing poutine, binge watching Suits, and blasting out Rush, Alanis Morrisette, Celine Dion or...
Are You Next? AstraZeneca European Staff Learn English on Manchester Homestay Programmes

Are You Next? AstraZeneca European Staff Learn English on Manchester Homestay Programmes

Communication with UK HQ colleagues and clients a conundrum? What better corporate adventure than improving your English skills through a fully immersive homestay programme? So, why are homestays a surefire choice for multinational businesses wanting to boost overseas...