The English teachers voice

  Taking an academic exam is one of the most significantly important exams that anyone can take in their life. These tests open our lives to a multitude of academic opportunities no matter if you are a graduating student in the United States or a foreign student hoping to study abroad as a way to improve their lives. For those test-takers who are not native speakers, nor had the benefit of studying in an English-speaking country, preparation for these exams can be a very stressful and daunting task made even more difficult when neither the secondary/tertiary education that you received nor the materials that you have available in your country for your preparation meet the standards that you are trying to achieve. Below I have outlined 8 tips that I use with my students in Peru when they are preparing for their exams. Whilst there are many more tips that you can follow, I find that these form an excellent basis for a successful preparation program. 1. Set up a Study Schedule and Fol...

  When you learn to speak a new language whether English or a different language, you should pay attention to the most common phrases that are used in that language. Besides common vocabulary, common phrases are one of the most important factors that decide whether or not you can speak a new language well in a short period of time. Why are common phrases so important to your success? A Common phrase is a group of words put together in order. It has a meaning different from the meaning of all individual words put together. Therefore, you have to learn and remember the whole phrase. Common phrases are used in virtually any daily conversations of native English speakers. If you want to improve your English speaking quickly, you must learn the way native speakers speak, learn the phrases they often use. The Most Common Expressions Used for Greetings, Introductions, and Goodbyes Common expressions about health   What’s the problem?  What are your s...

  When you learn to speak a new language whether English or a different language, you should pay attention to the most common phrases that are used in that language. Besides common vocabulary, common phrases are one of the most important factors that decide whether or not you can speak a new language well in a short period of time. Why are common phrases so important to your success? A Common phrase is a group of words put together in order. It has a meaning different from the meaning of all individual words put together. Therefore, you have to learn and remember the whole phrase. Common phrases are used in virtually any daily conversations of native English speakers. If you want to improve your English speaking quickly, you must learn the way native speakers speak, learn the phrases they often use. Common expressions for sharing hopes and desires  I hope to  see you soon.   Let’s hope  he will get better soon.   I believe ...

  When you learn to speak a new language whether English or a different language, you should pay attention to the most common phrases that are used in that language. Besides common vocabulary, common phrases are one of the most important factors that decide whether or not you can speak a new language well in a short period of time. Why are common phrases so important to your success? A Common phrase is a group of words put together in order. It has a meaning different from the meaning of all individual words put together. Therefore, you have to learn and remember the whole phrase. Common phrases are used in virtually any daily conversations of native English speakers. If you want to improve your English speaking quickly, you must learn the way native speakers speak, learn the phrases they often use. Expressions for making requests: Will/Would/Can/Could you please… Do you mind…? Do you think you could…? Do you think it would be possible to…? Would it...

  When you learn to speak a new language whether English or a different language, you should pay attention to the most common phrases that are used in that language. Besides common vocabulary, common phrases are one of the most important factors that decide whether or not you can speak a new language well in a short period of time. Why are common phrases so important to your success? A Common phrase is a group of words put together in order. It has a meaning different from the meaning of all individual words put together. Therefore, you have to learn and remember the whole phrase. Common phrases are used in virtually any daily conversations of native English speakers. If you want to improve your English speaking quickly, you must learn the way native speakers speak, learn the phrases they often use. Common Expressions about Giving compliments. Giving Compliments:  Good job!  Well done!  Fantastic!  Perfect!  That’s great! ...

When you learn to speak a new language whether English or a different language, you should pay attention to the most common phrases that are used in that language. Besides common vocabulary, common phrases are one of the most important factors that decide whether or not you can speak a new language well in a short period of time. Why are common phrases so important to your success? A Common phrase is a group of words put together in order. It has a meaning different from the meaning of all individual words put together. Therefore, you have to learn and remember the whole phrase. Common phrases are used in virtually any daily conversations of native English speakers. If you want to improve your English speaking quickly, you must learn the way native speakers speak, learn the phrases they often use. Different expressions for greeting people in English. General greetings (Formal)  Hello  Good morning/ Good afternoon/ Good evening How are you?  How ar...