Why do English speakers sometimes talk about nothing? Small talk is informal conversation about unimportant topics, and it’s a big part of how English native speakers talk with one another. In Episode 50, Tim explains small talk greetings and opening questions, what they really mean, and how to answer them like a native.

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One of the best ways to make your English more fluent and natural, more like the English of a native speaker, is to speak using more phrasal verbs. In Episode 49, Tim puts the spotlight on 11 phrasal verbs that will help your fluency- and that are fun and positive, too! Don’t forget to check out the free bonus PDF to help you learn these useful verbs faster and for longer.

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Using idioms is one great way to sound more interesting in English. In Episode 48, Tim tells about 13 idioms used to talk about money.

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How do you fix your pronunciation errors? There are five ways:
1. Mental replay
2. Back-chaining
3. Front-chaining
4. Similar words
5. Anatomical focus

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One of the most confusing and difficult words for people learning English is unless. In reality, less has two meanings: “if not” and “only if”, and you can learn both by listening to some practical examples.
In Episode 46, Tim also returns to the topic of learning several new words that all share a single root. This time,
explains the root HAP, which is found in words like happy and hapless.

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It's no coincidence that words that look alike often have similar meanings. In Episode #45, Tim reveals the hidden connection between nine words containing the letters GL.
Bonus PDF with exercises

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You need impactful words if you want to make killer business presentations with data.
Listen to Tim and download his PDF to learn dozens of practical examples.

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Students often confuse the verbs raise and rise and grow. In Episode #43, Tim explains the differences in form and meaning between these important verbs. Tim also explains two other confusing words, meal and appeal.
To remember better what you learn, use this PDF with answer key.

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If you want to speak English well, then you need to know your irregular verbs. The most common way to learn irregular verbs is by using flashcards, but flashcards are not the best way to learn. In Episode 42, Tim discusses six methods and resources to help you learn and retain irregular verbs.
Free study files:
Most Used Irregular Verbs– these are the most common irregular verbs with US pronunciations and information on differences between US and British forms.
Example Sentences For Irregular Verbs– read these and paste them into Google Translate so you can listen to them.

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In Episode 41, Tim tells about two times, one in Russia and one in France, that he faced unwanted and memorable adventures while trying to find places to sleep.
Near Rennes, France and in Moscow Oblast.

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