Vocabulary For Basic Emotions: Sadness

Vocabulary For Basic Emotions: Sadness

We all know that sadness is an emotion no one enjoys experiencing, yet it remains an inevitable part of life. Despite its discomfort, it has the potential to teach us valuable lessons and help us grow stronger and wiser over time. Today, we’re diving into the topic of sadness—more specifically, exploring English vocabulary that can help you express it more effectively. Read on to discover more!

The word ‘happy’ would lose its meaning if it were not balanced by sadness. Carl Jung
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Nostalgia in Words: Verbs & Expressions That Take You Back

Nostalgia in Words: Verbs & Expressions That Take You Back

We all remember the past now and then, don’t we? Now, what other verbs, besides “remember,” can we use for this act? Reminisce, recall, look back—are you sure you understand the nuances of these verbs? Also, what expressions are handy when feeling nostalgic? “Those were the days,” “back in the day,” and so on. Read on for much more and prepare for your next trip down memory lane!

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10+ Classic English Jokes

10+ Classic English Jokes

Happy April Fools’ Day! On this day, people around the world play harmless practical jokes and hoaxes on one another. In the spirit of the day, we’d like to put a smile on your face by sharing 15 classic English jokes you might not be aware of. Challenge your English-speaking friends with the questions and see what answers they come up with!

What did one ocean say to the other ocean? – Nothing. They just waved.
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