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Today's phrasal verb is "turn back". We're building our vocabulary, which is the most important thing you can do to become more fluent in English. "Turn back" has a couple of meanings. 1”) Turn back" means to turn around and face the opposite direction. For example: • Before leaving the house, he turned back to wave goodbye. 2”) Turn back" also means to return in the direction you came from or to make someone else do that. For example: • The climbers had to turn back because of bad weather. • The security guard turned back protesters who tried to enter the building. • Refugees who reached the border may be turned back. I hope that helps. Thanks for watching. See you next time. https://organicenglish.club/ More from Organic English: Organic English Website: http://bit.ly/Organic-Web On Facebook: http://bit.ly/Organic-Facebook On Instagram: http://bit.ly/Organic-Insta SUBSCRIBE ➡️ http://bit.ly/Subscribe2OrganicEnglish #Engl...

ADVICE and ADVISE can be confusing! Today, I want to talk about the difference between "advice" and "advise". The two words are very similar looking, and they sound very similar too, but there is a difference between them. Advise is a verb, and advice is a noun. Notice the difference in pronunciation. "Advice" is pronounced with an "s" sound at the end, while "advise" is pronounced with a "z" sound at the end. "Advise" is a verb and it means to make a suggestion about what you think someone should do or how they should do it. For example: • My doctor advised me to take some time off work. "Advice" is the thing. Advice is the suggestion about what you think someone should do or how they should do it. • My doctor's advice was to take some time off work. • Can you advise me on how to improve my English writing? • Can you give me some advice on how to improve my English writing? I hope tha...

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Forming questions in English can be tricky, but don't worry! In this video, I explain how to form closed questions, which are questions that can be answered with a simple yes or no. I cover how to invert the subject and the verb, when to use auxiliary verbs, and how to use "do" and "does" in questions. This guide is perfect for A2 level ESL learners and above who want to improve their English grammar skills. Here is a transcript of the video to help you follow along: Hi folks, Charlie here. Today, I want to talk about forming questions in English. This can be a little bit tricky, and I get a lot of questions about this. Today, we're going to look at how to form closed questions. Those are questions that you can answer with a simple yes or no. So here's the rule: If a statement uses the verb "be" or some kind of helper verb or auxiliary verb such as "has," "will," "could," then we're inverting the subject...

As an English language learner or someone whose second first language is not English, you might feel self-conscious about your accent. However, it's important to recognize that having an accent is a natural part of speaking.  In this article, we'll look at why you shouldn't worry about your accent and how you can focus on the parts of language learning that truly matter. Accents Are a Natural Part of Speaking any Language Remember that everyone has an accent, even native speakers. Accents are simply a reflection of the way we pronounce words based on our linguistic backgrounds and experiences.  Personally, I was educated in the UK, I lived most of my life in Asia, I have travelled widely, and that has influenced how I sound when I speak. In fact, all native English speakers have accents depending on the country and the region they come from.  So, don't be harsh on yourself if you have a noticeable accent when speaking English— it would be strange if you didn’t. Accents ...

Hi, folks! Charlie here. If I see eye to eye with you, does that mean that I'm looking you directly in the eyes today? I want to look at the idiom "see eye to eye." Now, idioms are tricky because they don't have a literal meaning. That means we can't figure out the meaning of the phrase from the words that are in it. The phrase "to see eye to eye with someone" simply means that you agree with them, that you have the same opinion as them. Here are a few examples to illustrate how we use it: • I don't see eye to eye with my father on politics. • Management and the employees need to see eye to eye on the company's goals and objectives. • He never saw eye to eye with his sister on many things, but they still love and respect each other. I hope that helps. Thanks for watching. See you next time! https://organicenglish.club/resources More from Organic English: Organic English Website: http://bit.ly/Organic-Web On Facebook: http://bit.ly/Orga...

Today I want to look at the phrasal verb "cut off." Phrasal verbs are tricky because they have different meanings in different contexts. Today, we're looking at the top three ways that we use "cut off." #1) "cut off" means to remove something by cutting it. Here are a couple of examples: • He had his finger cut off in an accident at work. • You should cut the tops off carrots before you cook them. #2) if you "cut someone off," you interrupt them when they're speaking and stop them from continuing. For example: • The teacher cut off the student who was talking too much in class. • My friend cut me off mid-sentence when I was telling a story. #3) "cut off" means to disconnect or to stop the flow of something. For example: • The storm cut off the electricity in the whole neighborhood. • As a punishment, his parents cut off his internet access for a whole week. So, "cut off" generally means to disconn...

What does 'From the Get Go' Mean? | Learn English Idioms In this video, I explain the meaning of the English idiom "From the Get Go" and gives examples of how it's used in everyday conversation. This is a great phrase to add to your vocabulary to sound more natural in English! Here is a transcript of the video to help you follow along: Hi there, Charlie here. Today, I want to look at the phrase "from the get go." "From the get go" - this was another interesting question from a student. Most of these videos I make are requests from students, so please keep the questions coming. I'm happy to help out. The phrase "from the get go" means "from the beginning" or "from the very start" of something. Here are a few examples of how it's used: "I knew from the get go that it was going to be a difficult project." This means that the speaker knew right from the start that the project was going to be hard. ...

What does the phrasal verb "go off" mean? Today I've for a phrasal verb for you - "go off". We're working on building vocabulary, which is the most important thing you can do to become more fluent in English. "Go off" is a really versatile phrasal verb. Today, I'm going to look at four common ways that you can use "go off." #1 - "go off" means to leave a place and go somewhere else. For example: • I have to go off to work now. See you later. • She went off to university last month. #2” - go off" means to explode or make a sudden noise. For example: • The bomb went off just as the president's motorcade was passing by. • My alarm is set to go off at six o'clock tomorrow morning. #3 - “go off" also means to stop working or functioning. For example: • the power went off because of the storm. • The TV suddenly went off in the middle of the game. #4 - “go off" means to go rotten, go bad....

Learning English is both challenging and rewarding. With advances in artificial intelligence, it's tempting to rely on tools like Google Translate. However, it is crucial for you to understand the limitations of tools like this and focus on developing important language skills like paraphrasing and expanding vocabulary . In this article, we will look at why you, as an English learner, must aim to decrease your dependence on Google Translate and concentrate on mastering these vital language skills. The Limitations of Google Translate Google Translate is an impressive tool, but it has its limitations. It is not always accurate and can sometimes provide misleading translations. Relying heavily on this tool can lead to misunderstandings or improper usage of words and phrases, and it could cause confusion during communication. Moreover, relying solely on Google Translate can prevent you from understanding the nuance, idiomatic expressions, and cultural context of the language. The Impo...

The importance of English in today's world cannot be overstated. It is the lingua franca of business, education, travel, and of course, the internet. Look at these statistics - m ore than 60% of websites are in English. Some tips for learning English 1. Find your "why." What is your motivation for learning English? Are you looking to improve your job prospects, travel the world, or simply connect with more people? Once you know your "why," it will be easier to stay motivated when things get tough. 2. Set realistic goals. Don't try to learn everything at once. Start by setting small, achievable goals for yourself. For example, you could commit to learning 10 new words per week or being able to hold a conversation about a specific topic. 3. Find a learning style that works for you. Some people learn best by reading, while others learn best by listening or speaking. Experiment with different methods of learning until you find one that you enjoy and that helps ...