Idiom "come out of (one's) shell"

Adverbs Of Degree

English Adverbs Of Degree - Add Interest To Your Adjectives. Do you always use "very" or "a little" with adjectives? If you do, you're missing an opportunity to speak more natural English. In fact, native speakers have a huge range of adverbs of degree - both informal and formal - to use in different situations.

The difference between 'vacation' and 'holiday'

What's the difference between 'vacation' and 'holiday'?

"Vacation" and "holiday" are words with similar meanings. They both describe days when you don't go to work or school. There are differences between them, but they can be a little difficult to discover on your own.

Idiom "dress for success"

Idiom "cock in the henhouse"

Americans have a lot of misconceptions about us

You get annoyed because your friends in the U.S. ask you silly questions about your country's culture. You're explaining your frustrations to a friend.

- “Americans have a lot of misconceptions about us.”

50 Most Important Phrases & 50 More...

Are you traveling for business or pleasure to an English speaking country? There are several phrases that can help you sound more like a native speaker. Learning them will not only help you understand the language but may impress the people you are visiting.