Lessons

Do you mix up “lay” and “lie”? Are you unsure whether “imply” or “infer” is the word you want? Don’t worry, we’re all human beans (beings?) and make mistakes in English usage. Read these lessons to help you make the right choice between commonly confused words.

I before E except after C…except when it’s weird! The vagaries of English spelling can confound even the best of us. The Internet abounds with examples of hilarious and embarrassing spelling errors, like the fellow who had “Nolege Is Power” tattooed on his arm. Tune in here so you don’t make the same mistake!

Want to improve your English vocabulary in the fastest way possible? Discover the secret of learning the Latin and Greek roots of English words. Understanding just a few dozen of these roots can be the key to unlocking the meanings of hundreds of words. These lessons will help you master English faster!

Are English idioms all Greek to you? Hold your horses and keep your shirt on—we’ll help you get your ducks in a row! These lessons are a piece of cake—get a few of them under your belt, and Bob’s your uncle. Time flies, so let’s get cracking!

Nouns are a bit like children: when you have more than one of them, you can run into trouble! Pluralizing nouns can be fraught with problems. Is it “mice” or “meese”? “Potatos” or “potatoes”? If the plural of “tooth” is “teeth,” why don’t we say “teethbrushes”? Check in here for the correct way to form plurals in English.

Do you go nuclear over the incorrect pronunciation of “nuclear”? Do you wonder why “tomb” and “bomb” don’t rhyme, but “pony” and “bologna” do? English pronunciation can be confusing, but these lessons will set you straight (and ensure you’re pronouncing “pronunciation” correctly, too!).

Here you’ll find a collection of tips to help you improve your English online. We’re always adding new ones, so check back frequently!