English Advanced Words

How To : Make mistakes in English

Let's face it...We all do it! Learn English with Mr. Duncan as he provides basic grammar instruction and speaks in basic English phrases. Check out this English language tutorial to learn how to make mistakes using English words and phrases. This language lesson is perfect for ...more

How To : Use British slang

Check out this instructional language video to learn a few definitions of British English slang words. Slang is the use of highly informed words and expressions that are not considered standard in the language. Understand and be able to use some informal British English words ...more

How To : Understand British slang

Check out this instructional English language video that explores several definitions of British English slang words and phrases. This video vibrantly translates a wide variety of British words for other English speakers in the world. Brush up your knowledge of these obscure B ...more

How To : Practice your listening skills in English

Check out this instructional English language video that demonstrates how to improve your English vocabulary skills, your listening skills, and your grammar skills. This is a lesson for the advanced English language learner. The theme is the 2008 Olympic Games that focus on VO ...more

How To : Learn the English phonetic alphabet

Learn English with Mr. Duncan as he provides basic grammar instruction and speaks in basic English phrases. Check out this English language tutorial to learn the English phonetic alphabet. Some people think that this is a helpful tool for improving spoken English, while others ...more

How To : Ask and reply to questions in English

The world of English is a fun and exciting place to be. Learn English with Mr. Duncan as he provides basic grammar instruction and speaks in basic English phrases. Check out this English language tutorial to learn how to ask and reply to questions in English. This language les ...more

How To : Use the true T and flap T when speaking English

In this tutorial, we learn how to speak English using the true "t" and the flap "t". You will notice as you say different words in English that have the letter "T" that it sounds differently depending on the word it is in. The words "batter" and "latter" have a different sound ...more

How To : Use 'affect' and 'effect' correctly

'Affect' and 'effect' are two commonly misused words in the English language. This quick grammar tutorial provides a great reference to explaining the difference between the two words and how context is important to picking the right one. Improve your writing after memorizing ...more

How To : Talk about insects in Italian

In this tutorial, we learn how to say Italian words in English. To say "the insects" in Italian, you say "gli insetti". Ants are "formica", aphids are "afidi", bees are "api", and beetle is "scarafaggio". Butterfly is "farfalla", caterpillar is "bruco", cricket is "grillo", dr ...more

How To : Pronounce Spanish words

Spanish is the biggest and most used language, right next to English. It's even one of the six official languages of the United Nations. Make sure you're up to date and bypass the language barrier. Learn to speak Spanish phonetically. With these 35 videos from WatchMojo, you'l ...more

How To : Thank someone in English

This ESL lesson goes over saying "thank you" in English. There are many words and phrases to thank someone in English. This language tutorial teaches you numerous ways for you to express gratitude in English.

How To : Use English slang

In this ESL language tutorial we look at English slang. Slang is when you replace a common word or sentence with a totally new one. English slang often depends on the country and then region of the country you are in. This how to video teaches you some widely used slang words ...more

How To : Speak Any Language Fluently In Months

Revealed! The secret to learning a language quickly. It's a little known technique diplomats and royalty have used for centuries. I lucked up on it by analyzing how I could quickly boost my language and workforce marketability. You get it here by design. The secret to learnin ...more

How To : Understand American versus British slang

Check out this English language tutorial video that explains some differences in American and British slang. This video was made in order to outline the differences between British-English and American-English. Practice and use these words appropriately and improve your unders ...more

How To : Properly use "how much" & "how many" in Tagalog

As the Philippines is becoming more and more well known, so is the main dialect of this beautiful island country: Tagalog! Bud Brown, also known as MagicMaximo, takes you through the nuances of this not (yet) well-known language. In this video Bud explains the difference betwe ...more

How To : Describe a famous person in English

In this English tutorial we look at fame and words connected with it. There are many words to describe a person who is famous or a "star." This ESL video lesson teaches you how to talk about well known people in the English language.

Scrabble Bingo of the Day : NOSEGAY

Scrabble Bingo of the Day: NOSEGAY [n] A nosegay is simply a bouquet of flowers, typically given as gifts. It comes from Middle English, from the words nose and gay, which in this case means brightly colored and showy. It does not reference homosexuality; the modern sense of ...more

Scrabble Bingo of the Day : HOOSGOW

HOOSGOW 64 points (14 points without the bingo) Definition: a jail [n] Actually, it's slang for jail. You may not believe that slang is allowed on the Scrabble board, but it most definitely is when the word in question is used by a good majority of the people out there. Mer ...more

How To : Sharpen a knife with a fine & coarse stone

This video by Slokkro shows how to sharpen a knife using multiple wet sharpening stones. The video has no spoken words, choosing instead to have English subtitles, pointing out the various items and techniques for sharpening a blade. Following the directions should enable the ...more

Death Sentence for SCRABBLE : The Racism Debate Continues...

In a previous post, I wrote about how controversy changed SCRABBLE, about how the SCRABBLE Dictionary evolved thanks to Judith Grad and her crusade to rid the world of derogatory and racist words. She won, at least in some manner, but the fact still remains, racist or not—word ...more

News : Scrabble Dumbs Down Its Game with 3,000 New Words

Remember the firestorm SCRABBLE Trickster caused nine months ago? SCRABBLE enthusiasts across the world were outraged when Mattel created a game that would allow proper nouns to be acceptable words of play. Essentially, it was a dumbed down, youth-friendly version of the class ...more

How To : Look up words in a Vietnamese dictionary

"Many people are confused when looking up words in a Vietnamese Dictionary. The words are not in the same order as English. This series of six videos explains how the words are arranged. It's not so simple, but linguist Bud Brown tries to explain the logic behind the dictionar ...more

How To : Say "waiter" in Polish

We all can recognize the fact, that vacations involve a lot of eating. For that second helping, learn how to get your waiters attention by learning the word for waiter in Polish... which translates from English to to "kelner". Ever wanted to learn Polish? Or are you planning ...more

How To : Say basic greetings & phrases in Polish

Learn how to say common greetings & phrases in Polish. In this video, learn how to say "good morning" or "good afternoon", "hi", "goodbye", "bye", "bye bye", "goodnight", "same to you", "how are you?", "fine, thank you", "not too good", "so-so", "and you?" and how to ask "what ...more

Say various words in Polish : "big" "small" & "cheap"

In this short language tutorial, learn how to say a variety of words in Polish and practice your pronunciation by pausing the video. Words covered in this video include: big, small, cheap, expensive, difficult, easy, hot, quick, slow, early and more. Ever wanted to learn Poli ...more

How To : Say something is good in Polish

How else are you going to delight the people of Poland without telling them how wonderful everything is? In this language tutorial, learn how to say various things are good... including yourself. Phrases include: "good computer", "good husband", "good tea" and much more. Ever ...more

How To : Say "i'm thirsty" & "i'm in a hurry" in Polish

Learn how to tell people your throat is quenched and your belly is rumbling. Learn how to say "I'm sorry" and "I'm hungry" in Polish. Practice the correct pronunciation by stopping and pausing this short language tutorial! Ever wanted to learn Polish? Or are you planning a tr ...more

How To : Say "what does that mean?" & "i'm lost" in Polish

Anytime you leave the country for a country that speaks another language, it's important to learn the phrase, "I'm lost". Learn how to say that, along with other phrases that will help you on your journey such as "How much?" and "What does that mean?". Work on your Polish pron ...more

Say basic phrases in Polish : "where?" & "what?"

Learn some basic phrases in Polish with help from this video on Polish survival phrases. Survive in Poland knowing how to say such phrases as "Where?", "What?" and "What is this?". Work on your pronunciation by repeating the video, until you get it down pat! Ever wanted to le ...more

Say basic phrases in Polish : "good morning" "goodbye"

Be kind to people on your trip to Poland by learning how to greet people in the streets! In this video, learn how to say "good morning", "good evening", and "nice to meet you" in Polish & the correct pronunciation for each. Before you know it, you may win over the entire count ...more

Say basic phrases in Polish : "excuse me", "yes" & "no"

Before you go to Poland on the vacation of a lifetime, you should first learn some basic words & phrases, like "yes", "no", and "excuse me". In this video, learn those phrases and the correct pronunciation for each. Ever wanted to learn Polish? Or are you planning a trip to P ...more

Say basic phrases in Polish : "please" & "thank you"

Before you embark your journey to Poland, first learn some manners! In this "basic survival Polish lesson" learn how to say such phrases in Polish as: "please", "thank you", and "that's alright". Ever wanted to learn Polish? Or are you planning a trip to Poland? WonderHowTo i ...more

Say basic Polish phrases : "hi" & "please repeat"

Before you leave for your trip to Poland, it's important to learn basic survival phrases to get around better. In this instructional video, learn how to say "hi" and "please repeat" in the Polish language. Ever wanted to learn Polish? Or are you planning a trip to Poland? Won ...more

How To : Ask "is this the bus to Gdansk?" in Polish

On your trip to Poland, be sure to know you armed with the language skills to get around. In this instructional video, learn how to ask where a bus is headed, and how to pronounce it correctly in Polish. Ever wanted to learn Polish? Or are you planning a trip to Poland? Wonde ...more

How To : Ask "may I open the window?" in Polish

Yes, it's right. It's totally boiling in your classroom. Impress your teacher (or be a smart ass), by asking if you can open the window in Polish. In this video, learn how to ask "May I open the window?" and how to pronounce it correctly in the Polish native tongue. Ever want ...more

How To : Say "postcard" in Polish

Send your friends & family a "kartka pocztowa" from Poland! A what? A postcard. In this video, learn the Polish word for "postcard" (which translates to "kartka pocztowa") and how to pronounce it correctly in the Polish native tongue. Ever wanted to learn Polish? Or are you p ...more

How To : Say "flight" in Polish

Get back from your trip to Poland in time for work on Monday! To do so, you might just need to talk to your airline about how that fourteen hour delay just isn't going to work for you. In this video, learn the Polish word for "flight" (which translates to "lot") and how to pro ...more

How To : Say "shower" in Polish

Before your trip to Poland, learn how to say the most important words and phrases that might come in handy. In this video, learn the Polish word for "shower" and how to pronounce it correctly. Ever wanted to learn Polish? Or are you planning a trip to Poland? WonderHowTo is f ...more

How To : Ask "does the price include breakfast?" in Polish

In Poland, you will eat... and you will eat well. In this short language tutorial, learn how to ask, "Does the price include breakfast?" to your waiter, which translates to "Czy to cena ze sniadaniem?" Ever wanted to learn Polish? Or are you planning a trip to Poland? WonderH ...more

How To : Ask a Polish boy out in Polish

Hey ladies! On your trip to Poland, learn how to ask those cute Polish guys out on date with a variety of phrases and questions taught in this video. A situational conversation lesson, learn how to say the following in the Polish language: "Shall we go to the swimming pool?", ...more

How To : Say "you are cute" to a woman in Polish

Attention men! Looking to pick up a cute Polish women on your trip to Poland? Tell her how cute you think she is with help from this language instructional video. Learn how to say "you are cute" in Polish, which translates to "Jestes fajna". Ever wanted to learn Polish? Or ar ...more

How To : Say "ice cream" in Polish

I scream, you scream... we all scream for ice cream! But how about in Polish? In this video, learn how to say the word for "ice cream" in Polish which translates to "lody". Ever wanted to learn Polish? Or are you planning a trip to Poland? WonderHowTo is full of videos teachi ...more

How To : Say "beer" in Polish

If there's one thing all countries have in common it's beer as a favorite evening beverage... Especially amongst the male population. In this video, learn how to correctly say the word for "beer" in the Polish language which translates to "piwo". Ever wanted to learn Polish? ...more

How To : Say "fruit" in Polish language

Incorporate some fruit into your grocery list on your Polish vacation! In this short language tutorial, learn how to correctly pronunciate the word for "fruit" in the Polish language which translates to "owoce". Ever wanted to learn Polish? Or are you planning a trip to Polan ...more

How To : Say "wine" in Polish

There's one thing all people of all countries can enjoy... and that's a nice glass of wine! Learn how to say & correctly pronunciate the word for "wine" in the Polish language which translates to "wino". Ever wanted to learn Polish? Or are you planning a trip to Poland? Wonde ...more

How To : Say "I'd like to order a coffee" in Polish

On your trip to Poland, fit in with the locals and hang out at the local coffee shop... but don't just sit there, order something! In this video, learn how to correctly say, "I'd like to order a coffee" in the Polish language. Ever wanted to learn Polish? Or are you planning ...more

How To : Say "duck" in Polish

It's important to be adventurous and try new things while visiting another country. Try the duck in Poland with help from this language instructional video. Learn how to say "duck" in Polish. Ever wanted to learn Polish? Or are you planning a trip to Poland? WonderHowTo is fu ...more

How To : Say "sausage" in Polish

Polish sausage? Are you kidding? If you ever, ever go to Poland, you need to try the sausage! In this video, learn how to say the word "sausage" correctly in the Polish language... the single word that will act as a portal to a world of sensational tastes... and a few extra po ...more

How To : Say "chicken" in Polish

Learn how to say & correctly pronunciate the word "chicken" in the Polish language with help from this short instructional video. On a trip to Poland, it might just come in handy while dining! Ever wanted to learn Polish? Or are you planning a trip to Poland? WonderHowTo is f ...more

How To : Ask "can I have the bill, please?" in Polish

Every vacation involves a lot of eating & dining. In this video, you will learn how to say a very important phrase in Polish: "Can I have the bill, please?" Ever wanted to learn Polish? Or are you planning a trip to Poland? WonderHowTo is full of videos teaching the English t ...more

How To : Say "meat" in Polish

To visit a local deli on your trip to Poland, you of course must first learn the word for "meat"! In this video, learn how to correctly say & pronunciate the word "meat"... The locals will not even recognize the fact you're a visitor! Ever wanted to learn Polish? Or are you p ...more

How To : Say "cured meat" in Polish

In this video, learn the Polish word for "cured meat" and the correct pronunciation. To cure meat, is to preserve it by either smoking or salting. Salt dehydrates the meat, creating such cured delites as bacon, sausages, and lamb proscuitto... Perfect for appetizer platters! ...more

How To : Say "pork" in Polish

If you're lucky enough to vacation overseas, you must try how the meat is prepared in each country. It's amazing how different countries prepare and cook their meat selections, and ultimately, the difference in taste. In this video, learn the Polish word for "pork" and the cor ...more

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