Do you know how many different uses of get there are in English? This can be a difficult word for English learners because it has so many meanings, but if you can learn to use it well, you can really sound like a native speaker! The Coffee Break English Show is a podcast series of informal
Do you know when to say PREsent and when to say preSENT? English pronunciation rules are an important aspect of improving your language skills. They help you to understand the language when you are listening, and to use the language confidently and effectively when you are speaking. One area that many learners find difficult is
Do you know how to use so, too, either or neither when speaking in English? This can be a tricky grammar issue as we need to be careful about the auxiliary and the object pronoun but if we study them we can find simple ways to use them as well as more complete, complex ways.
Have you ever wondered when to use just, yet, or already? These three time phrases are commonly used with the present perfect tense, but they each have specific meanings and uses. Using time phrases and adverbs with the present perfect helps to communicate more effectively and will make your sentences even clearer when having a
Using the present perfect tense can be difficult for many English learners. This is because it is used in a variety of ways that do not necessarily translate to similar grammar forms in other languages. The key is to consider the different contexts where you can use the present perfect, and then look at what
Have you ever wondered whether to say too much or too many? Or perhaps you’re unsure when to use enough? The good news is that learning these quantifiers in English will help you sound more natural! The Coffee Break English Show is a podcast series of informal conversations to help you understand some difficult topics
Making th sounds in English is a common problem that many English language learners face – but did you know that many native speakers also find th pronunciation difficult? It really is a tricky sound to make! But many words contain th sounds in English and mastering this sound will ensure you communicate clearly and effectively. The Coffee
Do you know the different ways to talk about future plans in English? Talking about your plans can be a little confusing as we don’t always use future tenses in English like we do in the present and past. Instead, we have different phrases we use to express specific ideas. In this episode, Nick and
Do you ever get confused with must and have to? These two verbs can be used in similar ways but we have to be careful when we use them in the negative as the meaning changes completely. This is particularly difficult for some language learners as there may only be one word in their language
Are you able to use comparative adjectives in English? Do you know the grammar rules? One thing that can be tricky in English is when you want to make the comparative stronger or weaker. There are different ways we can do this and we just need to practise them to get them right! The Coffee Break
Phrasal verbs are difficult for many English learners, there are so many to remember and not enough time! So, today, let’s learn some examples of phrasal verbs in the time it takes to have a coffee! In this episode of Coffee Break English Nick talks to Anabel about what is important to him during the
Knowing how to react in a Spanish conversation can significantly enhance your fluency and make you sound more like a native speaker. Therefore, using Spanish filler words to react in a conversation is key. That’s why we didn’t want to finish this season of The Coffee Break Spanish Show without bringing you some tips on how
Today, we are looking at a single German word that many learners come across early in their studies: ziehen. You might have seen it on doors, where it means “to pull.” However, this verb is one of those versatile ones in German and it has multiple meanings depending on the context. Let’s explore some of
Panini, al fresco, latte, bolognese… There are many borrowed Italian words used in English. However, we don’t always pronounce them correctly and use them according to their original Italian meaning. As learners of Italian, it’s fascinating to see how Italian words used in English often get misinterpreted, mispronounced, or completely transformed. This blending of languages
When learning French, one of the essential skills is knowing how to express agreement or disagreement with positive and negative statements. In this episode of The Coffee Break French Show, we’ll dive into the nuances of using moi si, pas moi / moi non, moi non plus and moi aussi in French. Understanding these expressions will
Saying “to become” in Spanish can be a tricky task, because there are several verbs that express this concept. Today, we’ll explore the main translations and learn how to use them correctly. If you’re curious about how to say “to become” in Spanish or need tips on how to use these verbs properly, read on!
In this article, we’re not just learning the colours in German. You might pick up a few new words, but we’re focusing on how to use them as adjectives, what to keep in mind regarding spelling, and some key questions surrounding them. The Coffee Break German Show is a video and audio podcast series in
When you first started learning Italian, you probably learned that, unlike in English, adjectives come after the noun they describe. However, there is more to Italian adjective placement than meets the eye. In fact, there are various adjectives in Italian that can either be placed after or before the noun, and which change their meaning
Superlatives in French are essential for expressing the highest or lowest degree of a quality. Whether you are comparing adjectives, adverbs, verbs, or nouns, understanding the rules and exceptions will considerably help you sound more natural. In this episode of The Coffee Break French Show, Max and Pierre-Benoît take a closer look into the world
Learning Spanish can be both exciting and challenging, especially when you encounter the subjunctive mood. If you’re wondering, “what is the subjunctive in Spanish?” or “when to use subjunctive in Spanish?”, you’re in the right place. This article will guide you through understanding and using the subjunctive in Spanish, focusing on present subjunctive conjugation and
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