Look and Listen English Lessons | English conversation practice Podcast with Sharon Faye

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We run a quick British pronunciation drill to help your English sound more refined, starting with the classic giveaway word “water”. We rapid-fire a list of everyday words so you can copy the sounds, then we ask you to share which ones feel the most tricky.\n\n• focusing on sounding more British through clearer pronunciation\n• practising “water” and “bottle” with a crisp UK sound\n• repeating common contrast words like Tuesday, schedule, garage and tomato\n• running through zebra, leisure, privacy, vitamin, mobile, herb and brilliant\n• sharing which word feels most challenging in the comments\n\nGive us a thumb up and make sure to subscribe to Look and Listen English Lessons.\nAnd don't forget to like and subscribe.

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Learn 30 essential native English phrases to speak confidently in real-life conversations! Perfect for improving your small talk, sounding natural, and boosting your fluency. Practice with Sharon Faye and take your English to the next level!

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In this quick and easy summary of Romeo and Juliet, we break down Shakespeare’s most famous love story — from the secret romance to the heartbreaking ending. Understand the plot, characters, and major themes in just a few minutes! Perfect for school, exams, or anyone who loves timeless stories of love and fate.

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We dive into Jane Austen's beloved novel Pride and Prejudice, exploring how Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy overcome their initial dislike and misunderstandings to find true love amid the social pressures of Regency England.

• The Bennet family faces potential homelessness as their estate is entailed to a male relative
• Mrs Bennet obsessively seeks husbands for her five daughters while Mr Bennet remains indifferent
• Mr Darcy initially insults Elizabeth at a local assembly, beginning her prejudice against him
• Elizabeth believes George Wickham's false claims about Darcy's character
• Mr Collins proposes to Elizabeth who refuses him, leading him to marry her friend Charlotte instead
• Darcy separates Bingley from Jane believing she doesn't truly love him
• After Elizabeth rejects Darcy's first proposal, his letter reveals Wickham's true nature
• Darcy secretly arranges and pays for Wickham to marry Lydia after their scandalous elopement
• Lady Catherine's attempt to prevent Elizabeth from marrying Darcy actually brings them together
• Both couples find happiness as Jane marries Bingley and Elizabeth accepts Darcy's second proposal

I highly recommend reading the original book and watching the 1995 BBC Pride and Prejudice series, which is my favorite adaptation of all time.

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We tackle the challenging world of dating conversations in English, providing essential phrases, cultural insights and practice dialogues to help learners navigate romantic situations with confidence.

• Common dating expressions used by native English speakers
• Cultural notes on dating in English-speaking countries
• Vocabulary for giving compliments and expressing boundaries
• Role-play dialogues with pronunciation practice
• Guided speaking practice for first date scenarios
• Reflective exercises to enhance language learning

Download our free PDF with the full episode transcript, vocabulary and phrases, role play scenes, and exercises for speaking and listening practice. Share your voice recordings or role plays with me on Instagram or Facebook – I'd love to hear from you!

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