Why you should take meeting notes in English
By Cassandra, December 12 2021
Asking questions in meetings can be tough, even for native speakers. For non-native speakers, doing it in English can be a nightmare.
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“Three-year-old boy” or “three-yearS-old boy”?
By Matthew, December 05 2021
Using a plural in English can be tough. There are many rules, and sometimes they are hard to understand and remember. One such case is a compound adjective.
When HOW questions are not questions at all
By The English Farm, November 28 2021
English speakers like to use strong language, and one way they do that is with questions that are not really questions.
Speaking test quick wins: Say what you can
By The English Farm, November 20 2021
Accept that your native language level is higher than your English level, and that's ok. Focus on the language you already have. This is a simple idea, but it can be hard to put into practice.
When your brain and your ears trick you
By The English Farm, November 13 2021
Many people assume the sound that's made and the sound you hear is the same. But often, it's not.
How long should you take to reach fluency in English?
By Di, November 06 2021
Think about when you started learning English. How many years have you been learning? Now, find out how long it should take you to reach fluency.
Make the most of digital conferences in pharma: How to send a follow-up email
By Huda, October 23 2021
Even in a pandemic, writing emails are a great way to network with other pharmaceutical professionals you meet at virtual conferences. Let's look at how to write a follow-up email.
Make the most of digital conferences in pharma: How to ask a question
By Huda, October 16 2021
Virtual conferences and meetings have become the new normal. Let's discuss how to ask questions to connect with the speakers and participants.
T-shaped lessons
By The English Farm, October 09 2021
T-shaped lessons put together general and specific knowledge. Both are important to learn English well!
Teaching vs. Coaching: Which do you need?
By The English Farm, October 03 2021
Do you need a teacher or a coach? You definitely need both, but at different times.
All English is business English
By The English Farm, September 26 2021
I have to come clean about something: English language schools have been selling business English for a long time. But "Business English" is not real.
Focus on just one topic when you study
By The English Farm, September 19 2021
Make sure you focus on one topic when you study English. Focussing on one topic means you will learn language well and gain confidence.