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SHOP OUR 14TH BIRTHDAY SALE!Save $14 on ANY course The internet is amazing for learning English. You have access to millions of videos, podcasts, websites, and more… …but that can actually become a problem. Because when there are so many options, it's hard to know: Where should I start? What should I study next? Am I practicing the right things? Am I actually improving? So instead of moving forward…  you end up jumping from one thing to another: a video today a grammar lesson tomorrow a vocabulary list the next day …and it's hard to see progress. That's exactly why I created Espresso English courses. They give you a clear, step-by-step path for real progress in fluency. You just: ✔ follow the lessons in order ✔ practice what you learn ✔ build your skills day by day …and you'll see steady improvement.

Download Lesson PDF: https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/free-pdf-40-words-to-use-instad-of-said/  Do you ever notice that we use the word "said" a lot? He said this, she said that, then I said something else. Now there's nothing wrong with the word "said," it's perfectly fine – but the English language has TONS of other options. Today we're going to learn 40 alternatives to "said" – and as you will see, each one adds some extra meaning describing the way the person said something, or the reason they spoke. If you want to expand your vocabulary beyond basic words, then you'll love my Advanced Vocabulary and Collocations Course. The lessons inside teach you more than 1000 high-level words to help take your English vocabulary from "simple" to "sophisticated." One student described it as "like a gold mine for my vocabulary."

DOWNLOAD LESSON PDF: https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/free-pdf-how-to-start-conversations-in-english/  Do you have difficulty speaking English? Sometimes the hardest part is simply starting a conversation. Today you'll learn 40 conversation starters that native English speakers use in various real life situations – formal or informal, at work, school, or other contexts! These aren't especially "deep" conversation starters like you might want to use on a first date, when you're interested in getting to know someone extremely well. Instead, they are more suited for "small talk" – casual conversation about topics of general interest. You will learn lots more phrases inside my Everyday English Speaking Courses - they cover tons of situations, like what to say during: travel shopping eating in restaurants socializing agreeing/disagreeing making invitations and requests giving criticism or advice expressing your thoughts ...and much more. I hope to see you inside!

Download Lesson PDF: https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/free-pdf-british-english-vs-american-english-vocabulary/  This is a story about the daily life of New York Nate, who lives in the United States; and London Laura, who lives in England. As you can see, they have very similar lives… but the words they use are very different! Let's learn 20 common vocabulary words that are different in American English vs. British English. Espresso English Courses: https://www.espressoenglish.net/english-speaking-courses/  Espresso English Academy: https://courses.espressoenglish.net/academy/ 

Download Free PDF: https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/free-pdf-10-expressions-with-business/  English has some interesting expressions with the word "business" – and many of them AREN'T related to work. For example: funny business [someone] means business [do something] like nobody's business make it your business [to do something] and more! If you are learning English for work, my Business English Course will teach you the phrases and vocabulary you need. You'll learn what to say in interviews, meetings, negotiations, phone calls, presentations, networking events, and more. You'll also expand your vocabulary in the areas of management, finance, marketing, human resources, entrepreneurship, and many other topics.

Free Pronunciation Power Mini-Course: https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/free-pronunciation-challenge/  Once I asked my students, "What are the most difficult English words for you to pronounce?" and I got a lot of great answers! Today we're going to practice 15 words that English learners often find hard to say. I'll say each one once slowly, once at normal speed, and then I'll say an example sentence – so listen and repeat after me each time. Did you know that you can improve your pronunciation a LOT in the next 30 days when you join my American English Pronunciation Course? By doing a lesson a day, you'll practice all the sounds of American English, so that you can speak more clearly and confidently.

Download Lesson PDF: https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/free-pdf-20-powerful-verbs/  Let's replace weak verbs with stronger verbs! Each powerful verb in this list will improve your English vocabulary and fluency. One of the most common problems I hear among students who are already at an intermediate level of English is that they really want to have a rich vocabulary. You don't just want to use the same basic words over and over; you want to use interesting and powerful words. So today I'll teach you 20 interesting verbs that will supercharge your vocabulary. And that's actually a good example – I could say "improve your vocabulary" or "expand your vocabulary" but those are weaker verbs than the word "supercharge." This strong verb is so much more descriptive, it creates a mental picture of getting a huge boost in vocabulary power. LEARN MORE: Vocabulary Builder Course Advanced Vocabulary and Collocations Course 

Download Free PDF: https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/free-pdf-phrasal-verbs-for-socializing/  Today we'll learn 10 English phrasal verbs for socializing. These phrasal verbs are used very frequently when native English speakers talk about getting together with other people, and I want to help YOU use them confidently. Learning phrasal verbs is essential for becoming fluent in English, and you can learn lots of them in my Phrasal Verbs in Conversation Course. It's designed to teach you phrasal verbs naturally – again, through conversations – and help you practice them through homework – in just about 10 minutes a day.

Download Free PDF: https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/free-pdf-should-could-would/  Should have, could have, and would have are sometimes called "modals of lost opportunity" because they describe situations when we are imagining that the past was different. I'll make them clear with lots of examples! LEARN MORE: Advanced English Grammar Course Espresso English Academy

Download Free PDF: https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/free-pdf-should-could-would/  The difference between should, could, and would is difficult for many English learners – this lesson will help you understand when to use each one! LEARN MORE: $1 English Grammar E-Books 600+ Confusing English Words Explained

Download Free Lesson PDF: https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/free-pdf-direct-indirect-questions/  Direct questions are the "normal" questions that we can ask friends, family members, and people who we know well.  Example of a direct question: "Where's the bathroom?" Indirect questions are a little more formal and polite. We use them when talking to a person we don't know very well, or in professional situations, and their form is a little different. Example of an indirect question: "Could you tell me where the bathroom is?" MORE FLUENT ENGLISH IN A FEW MINUTES A DAY: $1 English Grammar E-Books Advanced English Grammar Course Espresso English Academy

Download 100 synonyms for 20 common words Last week I taught you 10 different ways to say "happy" - and today we'll do the opposite - we'll learn 10 synonyms for "sad." Because sometimes the basic word just isn't enough to express what you're feeling. Before we jump in, make sure to get your free PDF with 100 synonyms so you can expand your vocabulary fast! Click here and enter your e-mail address to download it. Learn 1000+ words in the next month: Vocabulary Builder Courses Advanced Vocabulary Course

Free PDF: https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/free-pdf-20-confusing-words/  600+ Confusing Words E-Book: https://courses.espressoenglish.net/600-confusing-english-words-explained-e-book/  200 Common Errors in English: https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/200-common-errors-course/  Do you know the difference between the words ache, pain, and hurt?  They're similar... but we use them in different ways.  Using the wrong word makes your English sound a little strange... ...but using the correct word makes your English sound NATURAL! Want to learn the differences between hundreds of similar-but-different words like these, WITHOUT having to look them up in the dictionary one by one?

Download 100 synonyms for 20 common words Learn more about Espresso English Courses Stop saying "happy" all the time! I'm happy. I'm very happy. I'm so, so happy. There's nothing wrong with the word "happy" - but we also have MANY more options in English! So today, I'll teach you 10 stunning synonyms for "happy" that will instantly make your English sound more expressive and fluent. Make sure to download today's free PDF - it's 100 synonyms for 20 common words that will really upgrade your vocabulary. Click here and enter your e-mail address so I can send it right to you. And if you want step-by-step training to help you improve every area of your English - from vocabulary to grammar to speaking, listening, and much more, check out my courses: https://www.espressoenglish.net/english-speaking-courses/

Download Free E-Book: 500 Phrases - https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/free-ebook-500-english-phrases/ Everyday English Speaking Courses - https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/everyday-english-speaking-course/ When someone says: "How are you?" You say… "I'm fine." That's correct… but BORING! It's like the first thing you learn in English class.  Native English speakers have LOTS of different ways to respond to "How are you?" - let's learn 10 of them today so you can sound more fluent and natural when speaking English. If you like this lesson, I'd highly encourage you to download my free e-book, 500 phrases to improve your English speaking instantly. It'll give you plenty of options for expressing yourself in different ways. Click here and enter your e-mail address to receive that free e-book. It comes with audio, too, so you can listen and practice pronouncing the phrases correctly. OK, let's learn some different ways we can answer the question "How are you" besides just "I'm fine."  

This is a free sample lesson from the 300+ Idioms in 30 Days Course. Join the course to get all 30 lessons, each one including: Discovery Quiz Teacher Explanation Practice Quiz Short-Answer Questions With Feedback The 300+ Idioms Course helps you learn and practice idioms effectively, so you can understand them clearly and use them naturally in your own English. In just 30 days, you'll be able to express yourself better and sound more like a native English speaker!

This is a free sample lesson from the 300+ Idioms in 30 Days Course. Join the course to get all 30 lessons, each one including: Discovery Quiz Teacher Explanation Practice Quiz Short-Answer Questions With Feedback The 300+ Idioms Course helps you learn and practice idioms effectively, so you can understand them clearly and use them naturally in your own English. In just 30 days, you'll be able to express yourself better and sound more like a native English speaker!