In this episode of Speak Better English podcast, you’ll learn the difference between using for and to when expressing purpose in English. Many learners confuse these two words, but with clear explanations and examples you’ll understand exactly when to use each one.

We’ll cover common structures like I went to the shop to buy milk and This book is for learning English. You’ll hear how for and to change the meaning and how to avoid typical mistakes.

By the end of this lesson, you’ll:

• Know when to use for vs to for purpose
• Practise natural example sentences for daily English
• Improve your grammar for IELTS, CAE, TOEFL, and everyday speaking

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In this episode of Speak Better English, you’ll learn useful English expressions with the word keep. These phrases are common in everyday conversations and will help you sound more natural and fluent.

We’ll look at expressions like keep at arm’s length, keep awake, keep your shirt on, and more. Each one comes with clear explanations and practical examples.

By the end of this lesson, you’ll:

• Understand the meaning of common keep expressions
• Learn how to use them naturally in speaking and writing
• Build vocabulary for IELTS, CAE, TOEFL, and everyday English

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In this podcast episode, you’ll learn the key differences between common travel words in English. Many learners confuse journey, trip, travel, and tourism. I’ll explain what each word means and how to use them correctly.

We’ll also look at related words like voyage, trek, expedition, tour, commute, and pilgrimage. You’ll hear natural examples to help you understand when to use each one.

By the end of this lesson, you’ll:

• Know the difference between journey, trip, and travel
• Learn extra words for travel, holidays, and daily life
• Improve your vocabulary for IELTS, CAE, and everyday English conversations

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In this episode, you’ll learn 10 strong verbs that will make your English sound more advanced and professional. These verbs are often used in business, work, and academic contexts, and they help you express cause, effect, and impact more clearly.

We’ll look at verbs like compound, trigger, devastate, curb, discourage, undermine, benefit, bankrupt, lead, and boost. You’ll hear how they are used in natural English sentences and how you can use them to replace more basic words.

By the end of this lesson, you’ll:

• Understand the meaning of these verbs in context
• Know how to use them in both formal and everyday English
• Improve your vocabulary for IELTS, CAE, TOEFL, and professional communication

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In this episode, you will learn English adjectives for describing people. You will learn how native speakers talk about personality, behaviour, and character in everyday situations. Each adjective is explained in clear, simple English with examples to help you use them confidently.

This lesson is ideal for English learners at intermediate and advanced levels who want to expand vocabulary, speak more naturally, and prepare for exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, or Cambridge English. By the end, you will be able to describe people more accurately in both professional and everyday conversations.

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In this episode, we explore popular English expressions with LOOK and explain how native speakers really use them. You will hear clear examples and simple explanations that make it easy to understand and remember.

This lesson is designed for English learners at intermediate and advanced levels who want to expand vocabulary, improve speaking, and prepare for exams like IELTS, TOEFL, or Cambridge English. By listening, you’ll learn how to use expressions with LOOK in everyday conversations, helping your English sound more natural and confident.

Improve your English step by step with practical expressions that you can start using right away.

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In this epsiode, I will teach you 10 natural ways to say hurry up in English. These are common English phrases that native speakers use in daily life at home, at school, and at work. Learning them will help you improve your spoken English, expand your vocabulary, and sound more confident when you speak.

This episode is for English learners who want to improve fluency, practise English speaking, and understand how native speakers really talk. You will learn useful English expressions in context so you can use them in real conversations straight away and make your English sound more natural.

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In this episode, you will learn 10 popular English expressions with speak and talk. These idioms are used every day in real conversations by native speakers. I explain each expression with clear examples so you can understand the meaning and start using them yourself.

Learning these English idioms will help you speak English more naturally, sound more fluent, and understand native speakers better. These are important expressions for advanced English speaking, useful for IELTS, TOEFL, or any exam, but also in daily conversation. If you want to improve English vocabulary, learn English phrases for speaking, and sound more confident in English, this video is for you.

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In this episode, you will learn how native English speakers talk when they are not exact. This is common in everyday conversation when people speak about numbers, amounts, or descriptions. Instead of giving a precise answer, they use simple words to give only a general idea. You will often hear this in daily life, on TV, in films, and in conversations between friends.

Many English learners find this difficult to understand because it is not usually taught in textbooks or traditional classes. By learning these expressions, you will understand real spoken English more easily. You will also be able to use them yourself to make your English sound more natural, confident, and fluent in real situations.

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Learn how to talk about change in English with clear, natural expressions used by advanced speakers. This episode is ideal for learners preparing for IELTS, CAE or TOEFL, or anyone who wants to improve both written and spoken English. You’ll hear practical examples in everyday and professional contexts, and learn how to choose the most accurate words for different situations. 

This is a great way to expand your advanced English vocabulary, sound more confident, and express ideas in a precise and natural way. Perfect for upper-intermediate and advanced learners who want to communicate clearly in work, study, or exam situations.

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In this episode, you'll learn 12 advanced English idioms for relationships. These are natural English expressions that native speakers use all the time in everyday conversations, personal stories and even arguments. If you're learning English at an upper-intermediate or advanced level, this lesson will help you sound more fluent and confident when you speak.

You’ll learn how to use each idiom in a real context, with clear examples that make them easy to remember. These expressions are useful for IELTS speaking, everyday English, and situations where you want to express yourself more like a native speaker. If your goal is to build your English vocabulary and speak more naturally, this lesson is a great place to start.

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In this episode, you will learn 10 advanced speaking verbs to improve your English vocabulary and speak with more confidence in everyday situations. 

This lesson is perfect for intermediate and advanced learners who want to use real English expressions in speaking exams, job interviews, and daily conversation. You’ll stop using the same basic words and learn how to speak English more naturally, just like fluent speakers do in real life.

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Want to improve your English vocabulary and sound more fluent in conversations? In this episode, you’ll learn how to use advanced English collocations naturally and correctly. These combinations will help you speak more clearly and write more effectively in real-life situations.

Collocations are word combinations that native speakers use every day. Learning them is one of the simplest ways to boost your speaking and writing skills quickly. This lesson is perfect for intermediate and advanced learners preparing for English exams like CAE or looking to speak English more confidently at work, in meetings, or during everyday conversations.

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In this episode, you'll learn English vocabulary related to breathing. Improve your spoken English with 10 useful words and phrases that fluent speakers use every day. This lesson will help you sound more natural, speak with confidence and understand what people really say in everyday English. You’ll learn advanced vocabulary and natural collocations that are often missing from textbooks. 

This episode is ideal for intermediate and advanced learners who want to expand their vocabulary, stop sounding like a learner and speak more like a fluent English speaker. Whether you're preparing for IELTS, CAE or just want to feel more confident in conversation, these are the words that will help you make real progress.

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Improve your fluency with phrases that real English speakers actually use. In this episode, you’ll learn 10 advanced English phrases that native speakers use in everyday conversation. These are natural, spoken expressions that will help you speak English more confidently and understand real English better.

I’ll teach you how each phrase works in real situations, so you can start using them correctly and naturally. Whether you're preparing for IELTS, TOEFL or CAE or simply want to improve your speaking skills, this lesson will help you take your English to the next level. If you often understand English but find it hard to sound fluent, these phrases are for you.

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Want to sound more fluent when discussing money and cost in English? In this episode, you’ll learn 10 natural alternatives to the word “expensive” that native English speakers actually use in everyday conversations. This vocabulary is perfect for intermediate and advanced English learners who want to improve their speaking and listening skills. 

If you’re preparing for an English exam like IELTS, TOEFL, or Cambridge, or if you just want to feel more confident when speaking English at work or in social situations, this lesson will help you improve your vocabulary.

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In this episode, you'll learn useful English vocabulary to describe real-life situations when things get worse. Whether you're talking about problems at work, personal setbacks, or difficult times, it's important to use the right words and natural English phrases to express yourself clearly and confidently. This episode is ideal for intermediate to advanced English learners who want to build their English vocabulary and speak more fluently in real situations.

You’ll learn vocabulary that commonly appears in English news articles, formal writing, and advanced English exams such as IELTS and CAE. These are the kinds of words that will help you sound more accurate, fluent and professional in both spoken and written English. If you want to improve your English speaking skills, prepare for real conversations, and learn advanced English words for describing problems and decline, this lesson is for you.

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This episode explains common English idioms used to describe everyday situations, deal with challenges, and solve problems naturally. You’ll learn practical expressions that improve your spoken English, help you communicate clearly at work and in daily conversations, and boost your confidence as an intermediate or advanced English learner. 

Perfect for anyone wanting to expand their English vocabulary with useful idioms and sound more fluent and natural in both professional and casual settings.

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Learn 10 advanced business English collocations to help you speak more naturally and professionally at work. This lesson will show you how to manage meetings, give feedback, shift topics, and express concerns using the kind of language fluent speakers use in real business settings. These are practical phrases that help you avoid common mistakes and sound more confident in discussions, presentations, and workplace communication.

Ideal for intermediate and advanced learners who want to improve their business English for meetings, job interviews, or English exams.

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Want to sound more natural when talking about what will happen? This English episode focuses on natural phrases to discuss future events, express your opinions, and make informed guesses. Improve your English vocabulary and speaking fluency for everyday situations, professional meetings, or when preparing for English proficiency exams like IELTS, TOEFL and CAE. 

You'll learn how to talk about topics like the weather, sports, and business without using overly formal language. If you're an intermediate to advanced English learner looking to speak with more confidence and sound like a native speaker, this episode is for you.

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Learn how to sound incredibly natural when discussing skills and talents in English. In this episode, I'll teach you authentic phrases and expressions that native speakers use every day. If you've been searching for ways to improve your fluency and speak more like a real English speaker, this is the perfect guide to help you master common phrases and truly improve your vocabulary. 

This episode is for anyone who wants to connect what they learn in textbooks with how English is truly spoken. I'll give you practical examples and explain how to use these powerful phrases correctly. This way, you can easily use them in everyday conversations, job interviews, or just casual chats. You'll also improve your listening and speaking fluency by understanding and using these natural expressions.

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Many English learners find it hard to know when to use miss and when to use lose. Do you say you missed a chance or lost it? Can you lose time or do you miss time? In this episode, you’ll learn how to use both verbs correctly in everyday English.

We look at real situations from daily life, work, and the news. You’ll hear how native speakers use these phrases and how to avoid the mistakes that make your English sound less natural.

This episode is for intermediate and advanced learners who want to speak more clearly, build confidence, and improve the way they use everyday vocabulary in conversation.

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Want to improve your English vocabulary and learn how to describe pictures, photos, and images more clearly? In this episode, you’ll learn useful English words and phrases that native speakers use when talking about visuals.

If you're preparing for an English exam like IELTS or CAE, or just want to sound more fluent in daily conversation, this lesson will help you speak and write with more confidence. You’ll learn how to describe not only what’s in a photo, but also how it feels, what it means, and why it stands out.

These expressions will help you in English speaking exams, writing tasks, presentations, or any time you need to talk about visual content. Whether you're describing a photo in class or analysing an image for work, this vocabulary will make your English sound more natural and advanced.

This is a great lesson for intermediate and advanced learners who want to expand their English vocabulary, practise English speaking, and avoid using the same basic words again and again.

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Struggle to find the right word in English? You can still sound fluent. In this episode, you’ll learn how to sound more natural when speaking English. You’ll discover how native speakers talk when they don’t know the exact word or want to keep things general. These words are simple but very common in everyday conversations.

This lesson is perfect for intermediate and advanced learners who want to feel more confident in real-life situations. If you often stop or hesitate when you can’t find the right word, this video will help. Build fluency. Speak more easily. Understand native speakers better.

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Improve your English with this episode on phrasal verbs used in everyday conversations. These expressions are perfect for talking about people, emotions, and social situations.

You’ll learn how native speakers use phrasal verbs naturally when expressing support, disappointment, or reactions in daily life. Clear examples and explanations help you understand the meaning and use of each one.

Great for B2–C1 learners preparing for exams like IELTS or just wanting to speak English more fluently and confidently.

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