I’ve been a big coffee drinker ever since I entered college. It was the best way to get going in the morning. Even more than the taste, I loved the smell! I recently decided to change from coffee to tea. I thought it would be a really difficult transition, but I’m finding that I enjoy […]
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Phrasal Verbs – Give Back
This entry is part 12 of 12 in the series Phrasal Verbs(This is a series on Phrasal Verbs. There are hundreds of phrasal verbs and many of them have no relation to the words that form them. When you are learning a new phrasal verb, I recommend learning it as a completely new piece of vocabulary, instead […]
Phrasal Verbs – Give Away
This entry is part 11 of 12 in the series Phrasal Verbs(This is a series on Phrasal Verbs. There are hundreds of phrasal verbs and many of them have no relation to the words that form them. When you are learning a new phrasal verb, I recommend learning it as a completely new piece of vocabulary, instead […]
How can I Improve my English?
There are many ways to improve English skills, both inside or outside of a classroom. Traditionally classes with multiple students are a good way to focus on grammar and basic conversational skills. One-on-one private classes focus more specifically on improving advanced conversation and removing verbal tics or incorrect speech constructs and patterns. Reading articles, books […]
English Quotes
This entry is part 8 of 11 in the series QuotesToday’s quote is one that I have to remind myself of all the time. I am always watching the clock and letting time control me. When you feel like life is pushing or pulling you too quickly, just remember this quote: I must govern […]
Phrasal Verbs – Blow Up
This entry is part 10 of 12 in the series Phrasal Verbs(This is a series on Phrasal Verbs. There are hundreds of phrasal verbs and many of them have no relation to the words that form them. When you are learning a new phrasal verb, I recommend learning it as a completely new piece of vocabulary, instead […]
Sunday in São Paulo
After the long, hectic weeks in the city of São Paulo, Sunday is a great oasis. On Sunday, almost all of the stores are closed, the roads are empty and the people are relaxed. There is nothing better than heading to a fruit market and eating a pastel with some sugar cane juice. I also […]
English Quotes
This entry is part 7 of 11 in the series QuotesBill Cosby is a famous comedian in the United States, but he is also known for a variety of quotes and expressions. His television show, The Cosby Show, was one of the first to show a successful black family. The following quote by Mr. Cosby […]
Time Changes
One of the hardest adjustments for me to make when I moved from the United States to Brazil was the difference in seasons. In the United States, December is Winter, so Christmas is cold and Santa Claus makes sense. In Brazil, December is Summer, so New Years is a beach holiday. Growing up, I always […]
Good and Well
This entry is part 8 of 13 in the series Improving EnglishThe English words good and well cause a great deal of confusion even for native speakers. Surprisingly, most Brazilian students quickly pick up on the difference, after learning what the difference actually is. So, let’s take a look at some examples with English to […]
