There are many reasons why we have a hard time understanding English when we hear it. One of the main ones is pronunciation. English speakers pronounce words differently than we do when we haven’t had much practice yet. We also often lack vocabulary. And with grammar, of course, we have to feel relatively comfortable in order to understand what they are saying to us.
Each start of the year fills us with energy and the desire to change and improve. New Year’s resolutions are like little seeds we plant inside ourselves, waiting for them to blossom and give us fruit.
And what a better time to plant those seeds than after Christmas? With family gathered, friends nearby and the Christmas spirit in the air, we feel more connected and eager for new activities. Let’s go!
Second and last part of this installment! We continue talking about curious Christmas traditions that you can find all over the world . Did you miss the first part? You have it on our blog , don’t miss it!
Do you think “ el Tió” is a Christmas eccentricity? When we talk to people from outside Catalonia (and especially from outside Spain ) and we explain to them what the Catalan tradition of “el Tió” consists of, they are usually perplexed and sometimes they don’t quite understand it, has this happened to you? Well, get ready to discover traditions that will surprise you! Christmas is a global celebration, but each culture adds its own personal touch, creating a very curious mix of habits.
The importance of learning English from a young age
English is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world. This makes learning English a crucial skill for children. Starting at an early age offers significant advantages, and there are several ways to teach them.
Hello, travellers! Today, we will explore the advantages of travelling and how this experience can enrich our lives in a unique way. We will also delve into the importance of travelling for language learning, language immersion in a foreign environment, and how study trips and academic years abroad can change our perspective.
German, a language rich in history and cultural significance, presents itself as a linguistic powerhouse with a unique blend of tradition and modernity. In this blog post, we will briefly explore its history, characteristics, global significance and practical applications in business, education and politics. In addition, we will look at why learning German is a worthwhile endeavour and discuss various effective methods for mastering this influential language.
Hello to all our reading-loving followers! Today we share with you our 10 literary recommendations that you can’t miss. Whether you’re looking for excitement, mystery, love or adventure, this selection of books will satisfy all your literary desires.
This compilation comes from the books that we have been recommending on our networks (@englishlanguateinstitute), as they are readings that we often use in English during our courses and can also be suggestions for holidays, long weekends or simply when you are looking for something interesting to read suitable for your linguistic and age profile.
There is no one who does not enjoy reading.” This statement may seem an exaggeration, but let’s reflect a little. It is true that there is reading for everyone, from passionate novels to non-fiction books that teach us about the world around us, and we can’t forget the comics! Reading is a door to the imagination, a window to knowledge and an opportunity to connect with other people, cultures and worlds.
Do you want to get the most out of the confinement time? Today on ELI’s blog we give you some tips to make better use of online language courses.
