Tag: slang

Idioms to Describe Big Effort

If you want to enrich your vocabulary with idioms meaning trying hard to achieve a goal, read on...

20+ Ways to Praise Someone in English

So there’s someone who’s just done something awesome, and you really feel like letting them know that. What can you say except the ever popular Good job or Well done? Read on to learn more ways to praise someone in English informally.

Work vs. Job

The problem with “work” and “job” is in the interconnection between the meanings of the words. To explain one, we often have to use the other, which may lead to confusion and misunderstanding. That’s why in this case ample examples are especially important. Let’s have a close look at the two nouns.

Slang in Beyonce’s Songs

Beyonce is an American singer, songwriter and actress. She is famous for her powerful voice, spectacular shows and strong personality. As a matter of fact, she can teach us some English too. Let's see what slang and idiom treasures her songs' lyrics hold...

American & British Slang

In this post we will look at very common American and British slang phrases. So, take your vocabulary notebook and pen, and get ready to make notes of what you find new, interesting and useful.

Have Something Done

In some languages there is no such thing as to have something done construction. And you might wonder what “I had my hair cut” means, and why you can’t say “I cut my hair yesterday”. Well, the first sentence is the only right one because...