When you’re debating with a friend or colleague, and they disagree with you, you might use this phrase: “I see your point, but..” and then add your counter-argument. For example, say you’re talking about the best tennis player of all time: Pavel: “It has to be Nadal. He’s won 14 Grand Slams and has a strong record against Federer.” Me: “I see your point, but Federer … [Read more...] about Can You See The Other Side..?
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99 Common Words You’ll Hear In Australia
Well, this started as a short article on some common everyday words you'll hear specifically in Australia, and it's now much longer than I'd expected. I'll edit and update this next year but for now here's a list to get us started! Shopping Vocabulary A bottleshop (above right) is the place to go if you want to buy beer, wine or any other type of alcohol. They have other … [Read more...] about 99 Common Words You’ll Hear In Australia
The Birth Of ‘English For Australia’
I've finally decided on a new future direction for writing articles about learning English! In short, I'm no longer going to teach English in Europe, and instead this site will focus on learning English for people who want to live in Australia. Since I left Prague and have been in travel mode for the last year or so, this blog hasn't really had an overarching … [Read more...] about The Birth Of ‘English For Australia’
9 Words To Ditch From Your LinkedIn Profile (& CV)
If you want to work in an English-speaking company or environment, it will usually mean writing up a curriculum vitae (or resumé) in English, as well as creating an interesting and attractive profile on LinkedIn. One problem is that lots of people - and this includes English speakers - use vocabulary which is simply bland, way overused or even clichéd: as a result, using … [Read more...] about 9 Words To Ditch From Your LinkedIn Profile (& CV)
Grind Your Wins
Alastair Clarkson, AFL coach of the coolest team out there - Hawthorn - has talked quite a bit this year about grinding wins. When he talks about 'grinding wins', it's this idea of working hard and getting through the match with a victory, even if it's very close or if they didn't play that well. Just getting the 4 points each week is what he wants. A win's a … [Read more...] about Grind Your Wins
How To Say “Sorry”..?
How and when to apologise is not just something that learners of English might have to grapple with, but also English speakers. First up, there are some questions and issues to think about before you say 'sorry': Do you genuinely believe you made a mistake? Should you say sorry if in fact you didn't do anything wrong..? Do you feel sincerely sorry? Is saying 'sorry' … [Read more...] about How To Say “Sorry”..?
Double Down..Or Be Ok With Being “Ok”
We live in times where lots of teachers, writers and fitness models post on Facebook all kinds of positive motivational "you can do it!" messages. However, after you click 'like', do you then take action..? How do you feel when you go to bed and you've only clicked a 'like' without following the advice..? If you don't have the time for improving your English (doing … [Read more...] about Double Down..Or Be Ok With Being “Ok”