With Christmas around the corner, familiar phrases and expressions start popping up like festive ornaments, adding cheer and warmth to our conversations. Some of these idioms have roots in age-old…

It's that time of the year again! Daway presents 'Stocking Stuffers: Filling Your Language Bag with Christmas Cheer.' Get your hot chocolate ready because we unwrap some festive linguistic treats.…

We´re looking at vocabulary about parts of the car, verbs for driving and general words that you need to know when driving in English speaking countries. Let´s go! Check out…

As the cold weather rolls in and the days get shorter, we often turn to language to reflect the seasonal changes around us. Winter, with its frosty mornings and chilly…

English prepositions can be tricky, and one common source of confusion is knowing when to use "to" and "for". Though both words indicate purpose or direction, they serve different roles…

Today, we’re talking about one of the most celebrated holidays in the United States—Thanksgiving! Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude, family, and, of course, delicious food. But do you know…

Accents are a great way to improve your English.The Yorkshire accent is one of the most iconic accents to hear from the UK! Louis Tomlinson from One Direction has a…

Phrasal verbs are an important element of English vocabulary. Learn about some of the most common ones in this week's podcast! Download the PDF and remember to use the code…

 Here are some fantastic new words for you to learn for the Autumn season, from food to adjectives! At the end, Teacher Aurelia has some films to watch that…

There are 5 long vowel sounds. In this podcast, we are looking at the sounds with :    Pronunciation is an important aspect in gaining fluency in English so it…

In last week’s post we talked about the use of phrasal verbs in formal languages and how they can be used to improve your writing activities. Today we will be…

When it comes to speaking and in some cases informal writing tasks, the use of idioms can really help to add a more authentic feel to your English and also…

Prepare for your exams by mastering the use of formal and informal language with some examples and inspired exam questions!

English is a diverse language which has been influenced by the many countries that speak it. Jack explains the differences between US and UK English here.

Teacher Jack introduces some commonly used phrasal verbs used to talk about the weather in English. Check out the worksheet too!

It-Clauses are an easy way to emphasize information when speaking. This simple grammar point uses ‘it’ and ‘when’, for example: I love it when…

Teacher Jack explains common words and expressions used in the summer season related to the weather and popular activities during this season.

Teacher Jack explains how to express past habits in English with the use of the past expression "used to".

Today we are looking at fixed expressions with ‘and’, specifically for C2 students.

Teacher Jack explains the uses of relative pronouns and clauses with examples.

Phrasal Verbs are a natural form of communication in English. Here are 10 phrasal verbs that you can use in a work environment.

Jack explains the uses of the zero, first, second and third conditional tenses with examples.

When spelling words in English, a lot of Spanish speakers have problems with the vowel sounds, especially A E I because, for example, Spanish i sounds like the capital letter…

In this post, Jack explains the purpose and use of the passive voice with examples and translations.

Here are two B1 dictations for you to practise your listening and writing. Don’t forget to download the transcript to check if you did the dictation correctly! 

in this post, Jack explains the uses of the prepositions of place with some examples.

In today's post, teacher Jack discusses the cultural impact of the film saga, Star Wars on the English language and speaking world.

Today's episode is a dialogue between Aurelia and Anthony. Conversations between natives is a great way to improve your listening skills!

Jack explains the differences between the present and past perfect tenses in this post.

In this Pronunciation Clinic series, we have done 4 episodes on different sounds. Today we are focusing on 6 different sounds that we use for A. 

Learn with teacher Jack about the origins of St. Patrick's Day and how it is celebrated today across the world!

Ireland is a country steeped in rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes. So, whether you're sipping a cup of tea or enjoying a pint of Guinness, get ready to…

This week’s podcast focuses on adverbs of frequency and frequency expressions. It’s a good idea to refresh your grammar “every now and then” - de vez en cuando. 

Teachers Jack and Aurelia explain the use of frequency adverbs and other other time expressions.

Teacher Aurelia shares some vocabulary for you to use instead of ‘I think’ and ín my opinion’. This is a perfect opportunity for you to show your level of speaking…

  Language is a bridge that connects people across cultures, allowing us to communicate and understand one another. However, this bridge can sometimes be fraught with pitfalls, especially when encountering…

Going to the doctor can be scary. Talking to a doctor in a different language is even more scary! Today, Aurelia goes through the basic vocabulary that you need to…

In this installment of Grappling Grammar, we look at the use of in on and at when talking about time.

Join Teacher Aurelia as she unravels the nuances of affection, romance, and connection in the English language. Whether you're a language learner or a language lover, this episode is designed…

As February unfolds, hearts adorned with red hues and whispers of affection fill the air, marking the arrival of Valentine's Day. Originating from ancient Roman traditions, Valentine's Day has evolved…

In this episode of the Pronunciation Clinic, teacher Aurelia looks at a very important sound in English, the lazy sound schwa.

Teacher Aurelia goes through some typical errors that students make when speaking in English, from using the wrong preposition to directly translating from Spanish to English. By correcting these small…

Hello again and welcome back to another post from our Grappling Grammar series. In this week’s entry, we will be discussing the main uses of the ing form or the…

Hello and welcome back to our Grappling Grammar series where we break down and help you to understand some of the most complex areas of English grammar. In today’s blog…

State verbs are verbs that are related to thoughts and opinions (states of being) rather than verbs that relate to an action, also known as dynamic verbs. In general, these…

When it comes to understanding English grammar, practice makes perfect. In this week’s post, practice will make the present perfect as we go over how to correctly use this verb…

Learning how to use the past tenses correctly is a key part of learning English. In today’s blog, we will explain the different uses of the past simple and past…

Hello and welcome to another installment of Grappling Grammar! In today’s post we will explain the use and purpose of comparatives and superlatives to help to give your English level…