Rachel's English
How to Pronounce TIRED -- American English
Learn how to pronounce the word TIRED sound by sound.
Rachel's English
How to Pronounce "I have got to" + Thanksgiving 2011! -- American English
How to pronounce "I have got to," plus shots from my Thanksgiving meal! Study American English pronunciation while watching all the delicious treats I ate too much of
Rachel's English
How to Say and Use EXCUSE ME in English
Learn the different meanings of the phrase EXCUSE ME, and how to pronounce this phrase in American English. We use this phrase to get people's attention, if we bump into someone, if we can't understand what they've said, we use it...
Out of this Word
Cool as a Cucumber
Max and Moon are building a house of cards. Max is trying to stack the final cards, but topples it over instead. Moon tells Max he is not “as cool as a cucumber,” which is a saying that means to “not be rattled by anything.”
Rachel's English
IMPOSSIBLE! [or NOT?] – Learn English Conversation in 4 Hours Part 11
If you want to know how to learn English conversation, improve your English comprehension, think in English, speak faster and stop translating in your head this video is just for you! English conversation practice is the best way to move...
Curated Video
IELTS Energy Podcast 993: Describe your Discomfort Like a Native in IELTS Speaking
IELTS Energy Podcast 993: Describe your Discomfort Like a Native in IELTS Speaking
Curated Video
IELTS Energy Podcast 1038: Fillers, Phrasal Verbs and Idioms, Oh My!
IELTS Energy Podcast 1038: Fillers, Phrasal Verbs and Idioms, Oh My!
Curated Video
8+ Slang for Friends and Hangin’ Out
Today you’ll learn high-scoring native slang to describe friends and free time. In order to get a high score for vocabulary, you have to exhibit a range of vocabulary, from informal to formal. That is due to the questions ranging from...
Curated Video
Vocabulary Tips to Ace Your IELTS Test - IELTS Energy Podcast 1189
Today's 3 idioms are a recipe for IELTS success! You must use idiomatic language for a 7+ on IELTS speaking so listen in for idioms that will make this a breeze.
Music Matters
Using Sequence when Composing Music - Music Composition
How to use sequence as a compositional tool to expand a musical idea. This music composition begins with a simple four note idea. It then shows you how to build these four notes into a 16 bar piece using melodic and harmonic sequence....
Music Matters
Classical Style - Composing for the Piano
In this episode of composing for the piano we talk about writing in a classical style. We take the music matters theme and arrange it into a classical style, discussing music composition techniques and tips when composing for the piano...
Rachel's English
How to Pronounce WE'LL SEE -- American English
Learn how to pronounce the phrase WE'LL SEE, and practice your 'll contractions!
Rachel's English
How to Pronounce USED TO in American English
Learn how to pronounce 'used to' in American English. Improve English speaking and English conversation skills by learning the sounds and stress of American English.
Curated Video
7+ Slang Vocabulary to Impress the Examiner
7+ Slang Vocabulary to Impress the Examiner In order to impress the examiner, and show him/her that you are a level (or 2 levels!) above all the other students, you must use vocabulary that is not taught in textbooks. Basically, using...
Rachel's English
IMPOSSIBLE! [or NOT?] – Learn English Conversation in 4 Hours Part 2
If you want to know how to learn English conversation, improve your English comprehension, think in English, speak faster and stop translating in your head this video is just for you! English conversation practice is the best way to move...
Curated Video
Contest Prizes and Sharing Slang for IELTS - IELTS Energy Podcast Bonus
Learn 6 slang phrases for "sharing," and find out about our IELTS Share contest and prizes!
Curated Video
May Can Could - Making Polite Requests In English
Three words we can use when making polite requests in English: May Can Could. The main difference between these words: Can, could, & may, is their level of formality. Let's explore those differences here.
Next Animation Studio
Speak of the Devil
Max surprises Moon when she is talking on the phone, startling her. Moon exclaims "speak of the devil", causing Max to think that Moon may have called him the Devil. "Speak of the devil" means that someone shows up just as another person...
Rachel's English
How to Pronounce the Idiom: 'Pay Through the Nose' American English
How to pronounce the idiom 'pay through the nose' in American English.
Rachel's English
SPILLING TEA - AMERICAN SLANG
Learn American English slang - "spilling tea" (this is a fun one!)
Curated Video
Use ‘Far Be It’ to Impress in IELTS Speaking Part 3
Today you learn how to use the band 8+ phrase ‘far be it’ in IELTS Speaking Part 3.
Curated Video
Slang for IELTS (and a Free Webclass!) - IELTS Energy Bonus
IELTS Energy Bonus: Slang for IELTS (and a Free Webclass!)
Curated Video
Make IELTS Your Valentine: Band 9 'Love' Vocabulary
Today you’ll learn band 9 vocabulary about loving things for Speaking Part 1.
Rachel's English
IMPOSSIBLE! [or NOT?] – Learn English Conversation in 4 Hours Part 7
If you want to know how to learn English conversation, improve your English comprehension, think in English, speak faster and stop translating in your head this video is just for you! English conversation practice is the best way to move...