Learning English Conversations

Have you ever been speaking English, and suddenly you freeze and forget your words?
In this episode of our new series, Georgie and Hanan talk about why our brain can’t always remember words we know in a new language.
With Alissa Melinger, Professor of psycholinguistics at the University of Dundee.
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This expression means something happens immediately after something else, often unexpectedly. Learn how to use it here.
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TRY BEATING SPEAKING ANXIETY
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Do you get anxious when speaking English? You’re not alone.
In this episode of our new series, Georgie and Hanan talk about how to increase your confidence speaking English, even when you make mistakes.
With professor of Chinese Han Luo and speaking coach Barnaby Griffiths.
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Learn this expression which means do something for attention or praise.
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TRY THE LISTENING ROOM
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This phrasal verb means to focus hard with no distractions. Learn how to use it here!
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