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English Grammar Story: English Grammar Story: Comparing with 'Less' and 'Least' - How Not to Start a Life of Crime
A fun and engaging short story that teaches how to use 'less' and 'least' in comparisons. Learn through a humorous tale about staying on the right side of the law!
English Grammar Story: Double Comparatives - The Homework That Flew Away
Improve your English with this humorous short story. Follow Max as his stories get wilder and learn how to use double comparatives (the more..., the more...) in context. Get ready to laugh and learn!
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English Grammar Story: Comparatives and Superlatives (Bad/Worse/Worst) - A Bad Day Gets Worse
Improve your English with this simple and clear short story! Follow Ethan’s day as it goes from bad to worse, and learn how to use BAD, WORSE, and WORST in context. A useful and engaging lesson for English learners
English Grammar Story: Comparatives and Superlatives (Good/Better/Best) - The Best Swimmer
Practice good/better/best with this fun and easy-to-read grammar story. Follow Leo’s journey as he works hard to become a better swimmer, all while helping you practice these important comparative and superlative forms in context.
English Grammar Story: Comparatives and Superlatives (Adverbs) - The Most Unusual Spy
Improve your understanding of comparative and superlative adverbs through an exciting spy mission! Join Ethan, an elite agent who must act more secretly, more skillfully, and more cautiously than ever to complete his most challenging assignment. Will he succeed? Read on to find out!
English Grammar Story: Comparatives and Superlatives - The Best Pizza in Town
Practice English comparatives and superlatives through a fun short story about the best pizza in town.
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Negotiation Expressions Made Simple: Essential Business English Phrases with Examples and Practice
Looking to improve your business negotiation skills in English? Discover essential phrases and expressions with clear explanations, practical examples, and interactive practice to boost your confidence.
Lesson: Making a Phone Call in English: Phrases and Tips
Learn useful phrases and tips for making a phone call in English. Improve your English communication skills with this comprehensive lesson.
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How to Keep Your Sentences Balanced and Consistent Using Parallel Structure
Learn essential techniques for creating clear, balanced sentences through parallel structure, with a focus story, practical examples, common mistakes, and expert tips for stronger writing and speaking.
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Lesson: How to Use Relative Clauses (Who, Which, That, Whose, Where, When)
Learn how to use relative clauses (who, which, that, whose, where, when) with examples and explanations. Improve your English grammar skills with this comprehensive lesson.
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Winter Spelling Game
Perfect your spelling skills as you race against time to catch falling words before they disappear...
Whether you're a student improving your English, or a teacher looking for an engaging classroom activity, this winter-themed spelling game makes learning fun and addictive!
Can you complete all three levels and become a winter spelling champion? 🏆☃️
Let's find out!
Halloween Fill in the Blanks: Test Your Grammar and Collect Diamonds
Interactive Halloween-themed fill-in-the-blanks activity to practice grammar tenses. Answer correctly and collect diamonds for a fun learning experience!
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Counting in Words in English – Counting Tips and Rules
Learn the tips and rules for counting in words in English, from basic numbers to large quantities. Master how to express numbers clearly and confidently in everyday conversations for numbers, dates, amounts, and time.
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Learning English Online and Online English Courses
Discover the top online courses and videos for mastering English. From grammar essentials to engaging videos, enhance your language skills easily. Start your journey to fluent English with Really Learn English!
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Audio Story: Catherine of Aragon,First Queen of King Henry VIII | Inspirational Life Stories in Simple English (Reading and Listening Practice)
Discover the extraordinary life of Catherine of Aragon, whose remarkable life and choices continue to fascinate people to this day. This lesson is perfect for reading and listening practice. English level: B1-B2.
Audio Story: Harriet Tubman | An American Legend | Inspirational Life Stories in Simple English (Reading and Listening Practice)
Discover the extraordinary life of Harriet Tubman, an American Legend and inspiration to millions. Explore her remarkable journey through this inspirational true life story in Simple English. This lesson is perfect for reading and listening practice. English level: B1-B2.
Florence Nightingale, the Lady with the Lamp | Inspirational Life Stories in Simple English (Listening Practice)
Audio story + Worksheet – Enter the incredible world of Florence Nightingale, a truly extraordinary woman who broke all boundaries and reshaped history.
Airbnb/Short-Term Rentals Vocabulary for English Learners
Here are the most common words and phrases you MUST know when short-term renting. Let's start!
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Conversations to Practice English: Casual Acquaintances
Improve your English speaking skills with our conversation examples. In this lesson, we will focus on conversations between acquaintances.
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ESL Speaking Games for Adults: The Key to Breaking Language Barriers
In this lesson, we share a list of fun and productive ESL speaking games for adults to help break down language barriers. In addition, you will find practical examples of how each game can be used.
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Ordering a Meal in English: Tips, Examples, and Practice
Get ready to become a pro at ordering food in English! This lesson covers everything you need to know to confidently navigate the do's and don'ts of eating out, from making specific requests to handling dietary restrictions and complicated situations.
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eBooks for ESL Students: Benefits and Best Practices
Discover the benefits and best practices of finding and using eBooks for English as a Second Language (ESL) learning. Learn how to choose, purchase and use eBooks to enhance ESL education for students of all levels. This comprehensive guide includes tips and tricks for teachers, students, and self-learners.
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How Euphemism Is Used: Euphemism Meaning and Examples
Learn about the definition, origin, and examples of euphemisms, as well as their implications in language use. Then see a dialogue illustration to gain a deeper understanding of this subtle form of communication in our comprehensive English lesson on Euphemism.
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Definition of Energy (Simple and Illustrated)
In this lesson, we share an easy definition of energy. We will use examples and pictures to help us understand the different meanings and uses of this important word.
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English Short Story about Family: The Secret
Join Max on a journey of self-discovery in this English short story about family as he learns some surprising news about his family and works to build a new life for himself. Along the way, he must navigate complex emotions and decide how to move forward. Will Max find the strength to forgive those closest to him and embrace his new path? Follow his story and find out.
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Can Modal Verbs Be Used Interchangeably?
Modal verbs cannot be used interchangeably because they have different meanings and connotations. In this lesson, we will learn how modal verbs are used differently and why they cannot be switched. We will also see in which cases they have very similar meanings.
Do Only Verbs Have Tenses?
Yes, only verbs have tenses. But there are a few important things to remember...
10 Useful Business Idioms in English: Easy Explanations, Examples, and Exercises
In this lesson, we will cover 10 commonly used business idioms in English, along with their meanings and examples of how they can be used in a business context. We will also provide exercises for you to practice using these idioms in your own writing and speaking.
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A Detective Short Story in English | New Year's Robbery: Can Detective Beatrice Solve the Case?
Detective short story in English + Glossary: Join Detective Beatrice on a thrilling New Year's Eve adventure as she works to solve the mystery of the stolen art in a cold New Year's Eve. Will she catch the thief and recover the valuable piece before the clock strikes midnight? Find out in this exciting detective story.
Detective Short Stories in English
Welcome to the Detective Short Stories in English sectionץ In this section, you will find some engaging detective stories written in simple and easy-to-understand English. (More advanced words are clearly explained in the story's glossary.)
Example Sentences with Semicolons ( ; ) | Connecting Thoughts Correctly
In this lesson, we will look at many example sentences with semicolons (;). This is a punctuation mark that is often misunderstood. But it can be really useful for joining two related ideas together!
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Why Are Idioms Difficult for English Language Learners and How to Overcome These Obstacles?
Struggling with idioms? This article provides strategies and resources for helping students overcome these challenges and become comfortable in using idioms. Boost your students' language skills and confidence with these proven techniques.
What Artificial Intelligence Means (Easy Definition of AI)
Learn what artificial intelligence means and what it can do. From definitions to example sentences and dialogues and everything else you need, we've got you covered.
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The Best AI Bot to Talk to for English Conversation and Practice
Are you looking for the best AI bot to talk to and practice your English skills? In this lesson, we will introduce you to the latest top AI bot for improving your English conversation skills and provide tips and strategies for making the most of this tool.
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How to Write an Introductory Business Email: Dos and Don'ts
Knowing business administration vocabulary terms will help you understand the business system and business operations. It is important to stay up-to-date with business terms so that you can communicate effectively with business professionals. Here are the most common business administration terms you need to know.
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Essential Business Administration Vocabulary Terms
Knowing business administration vocabulary terms will help you understand the business system and business operations. It is important to stay up-to-date with business terms so that you can communicate effectively with business professionals. Here are the most common business administration terms you need to know.
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Furniture Words (with Pictures) | Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced
This lesson will help you learn the names of common pieces of furniture. Furniture vocabulary will be divided into three levels: basic furnIture words, intermediate furniture words, and advanced furniture words.
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An Easy-to-Understand Definition of Beneficiary, Example Sentences and Dialogues
In this lesson, we will look at the definition of beneficiary, as well as example sentences and easy dialogues that show how this word is used in context.
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Definition of Deductibles: The Meaning of Deductible in Insurance
Learn the simple definition of deductibles and its meaning in insurance, with example sentences and conversations to help English learners easily understand how the term is used.
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Verb TO BE Worksheet: A Fun Way to Practice
This VERB TO BE WORKSHEET is designed to help students practice and understand using the verb TO BE in different situations. In this worksheet, you will find fill-in-the-blanks exercises, in the form of everyday conversations, focusing on different TO BE forms.
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Definition of Advocate (Simple and Easy to Understand) | English Vocabulary Lesson
Learn a simple and easy-to-understand definition of advocate (verb and noun). Many example sentences and vocabulary exercises are included.
What Is Soccer About (Simple and Illustrated) | Terms of Soccer: English Vocabulary Lesson
What is soccer about? A simple and illustrated guide to understanding the basic terms of soccer + a vocabulary quiz to test your understanding.
Definition of Insurance Premiums (Simple and Illustrated)
This lesson explains in simple words the definition of insurance premiums. We will also look and examples, a story dialogue showing how it can be used in everyday conversations, and a short quiz to test your understanding.
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Life Insurance Term Meaning: What is Term Life Insurance? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
In this lesson, we will explain in simple words what is the meaning of term life insurance. We will discuss key insurance concepts, review a story dialogue that uses life insurance terms in context, and take a vocabulary quiz to test your understanding.
Origins of Thanksgiving and the History of Thanksgiving (the American Holiday)
A lesson in simple English: origins of Thanksgiving, the history of Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving today, Thanksgiving vocabulary, and a short story dialogue to demonstrate vocabulary.
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Words Describing Physical Appearance (Illustrated): English Vocabulary List
Words describing physical appearance can be divided into several categories, including beauty, age, build, and hair. In this lesson, we will go over these different categories and look at many useful examples. We will then use a fun story dialogue to illustrate how to use the words from the lesson in context.
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Definition of Jump-Start: Meaning, Example Sentences, Synonyms, Antonyms, and Story Dialogues
What is the definition of jump-start? What are some examples of how to use it in a sentence? What are its synonyms and antonyms?Get your answers and read 3 dialogue stories to help you understand the meaning of jump-start. At the end of this lesson, you can test your understanding using a short quiz.
What Is Your Level of English Fluency?
Do you need to assess your level of English fluency? It is actually quite simple to find out. We at Really Learn English can you help you assess your level of English fluency with our quick and easy online level test.
A Guide to Understanding and Using Idiomatic Expressions
Idiomatic expressions are expressions (groups of words) that are not meant to be taken literally. Often, they don't make sense if you try to translate them word for word. In this lesson, we will help you understand exactly what idiomatic expressions are and how to use them correctly. To help you better understand how idiomatic expressions are used, many examples are given in context.
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