How to be polite in English
One of the most common stereotypes about the British (and the English in particular) is that they are very polite. There are many reasons...
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UKCE Students
Sep 93 min read
What technology we use to learn English
Our Advanced class students at UKCE have explored various tech-driven methods, from apps to podcasts, to enhance their language skills.
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Tom Morss
Sep 52 min read
Don’t say ‘good’...
Unfortunately, you can’t just pick any word from the list of synonyms, as the word ‘good’ is used in several different ways.
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Tom Morss
Aug 192 min read
Thinking about starting an IELTS course?
The IELTS exam is a real challenge, even for fluent speakers of English. I would recommend that you think carefully about taking the exam...
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Tom Morss
Mar 142 min read
5 top tips for IELTS writing task 2
1. Enrol on a IELTS course at UKCE I wouldn’t recommend trying the IELTS exam without doing a course first. The IELTS exam tests both...
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Tom Morss
Feb 222 min read
The Benefits of a 4-day working week
Tired of the rat race*? The 5 day working week might be coming to an end (in some companies, at least) after a nationwide trial ended in...
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Tom Morss
Feb 123 min read
Social Activities - Have fun and learn English
You don’t have to be in the classroom to be learning and practising your English. Social activities are a great way to hear and speak...
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UKCE Students
Feb 63 min read
The Benefits of Learning English
In this blog entry, Advanced class students share their thoughts on how mastering English extends beyond mere communication, opening...
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UKCE Students
Oct 23, 20234 min read
Twelve English Idioms Everybody Should Know
Unlock the charm of the English language with insights from our talented Advanced Class students. They take you on a journey through the...
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Tom Morss
Oct 17, 20232 min read
Writing a formal email at work
Email is normally a pretty informal way of communicating these days, but there are often times when you have to write a formal email....
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Tom Morss
Oct 9, 20232 min read
The 5 best TV shows for learning English
Ready to watch some TV in English? This can be a great activity to help you unwind but you’ll still learn something, even if it’s just a...
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Tom Morss
Oct 3, 20232 min read
Can vs Could
Another two easily confused words this week. Fortunately, the difference between these two is fairly straightforward though the...
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Tom Morss
Sep 18, 20232 min read
Speak vs Talk
These two words are often confused by learners of English, and I can see why: the meanings are similar. Sometimes, natives use speak and...
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Tom Morss
Jul 20, 20233 min read
What the British mean vs what the British say
There’s a table that you might have seen in your lessons which tries to “translate” what British people mean when they say certain...
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Tom Morss
Jul 11, 20232 min read
Study skills: using an online thesaurus to find synonyms
Do these little conversations sound familiar? A. How are you feeling today? B. I’m feeling good, thanks. A. How’s the food? B. Really...
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