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According to the English Proficiency Index, the Dutch are on top of the list as best European speakers of English language. It’s no surprise as it’s of common knowledge that Dutch speakers are pretty good when it comes to using English to communicate in different environments: at work, in every-day situations, and with the thousands […]

Why do we talk about Business English, isn’t English just English? This is a question that causes some disagreement among teachers and learners. It’s true, the language is one for whichever context you need to use it. However, you might have also heard that the more specific you are, the more you narrow down your

Do you want to stop being afraid of the speaking part? Would you like to study some typical phrases and expressions that will make you feel more confident for your Cambridge C1 CAE Speaking exam? If you answered ‘yes’ to both questions, keep on reading this blog. Otherwise, I don’t think this is the right

English has become the language used in international business. Whether you need to interact with international colleagues or clients or hold meetings with partners overseas, English will be necessary to communicate successfully in meetings, when giving a presentation, negotiating or simply chatting by the vending machine. Apart from being able to use the proper verb

Follow these steps and write a great Report for Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE)

Conditional tenses in English are essential for expressing different possibilities, from facts and real-life situations to hypothetical or impossible scenarios. There are four main types of conditional tenses: Each one is used in specific contexts, depending on how real or hypothetical the situation is. In this blog, you will learn to identify the conditional tenses

If you are planning to sit for the C1 Advanced exam and want to know how to prepare for Speaking Part 3, this blog is for you. I will help you understand what is expected and share useful phrases to help you excel in C1 Speaking Part 3. Timing and Type of Task In Speaking

Phrasal verbs are really common in English, especially in the business world. These combinations of verbs (come, go, keep) with prepositions (in, on, at) or adverbs can change meanings in dynamic ways. Mastering phrasal verbs can improve your fluency and effectiveness in business interactions. Below you can find a list of the 25 most frequently

If you want to improve your communication skills in English, listening is a key aspect you should consider. Active listening will help you get better at pronunciation and you will be also able to understand different accents, which is usually the main difficulty when it comes to listening native- and non-native!- English speakers. This blog

In the dynamic world of Human Resources (HR), effective communication is crucial. Mastering the language of business is not just about vocabulary and grammar, it’s also about understanding common phrasal verbs and why not, being able to use them. In this blog, you will find the 10 most useful phrasal verbs for HR professionals, with