Speak Better English with Harry

Epizodes

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  15 English Idioms to Describe People Naturally [607] 30.09.2026 16min

  🚨Improve your English with structured online lessons.Book a free trial and get clear feedback on your level, pronunciation and speaking. Book here ➡️  https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trialIn this podcast episode, I will help you learn advanced English idioms to describe a person. 15 negative and positive idioms for describing people and personality. Natural English expressions will help to take your English to another level. Using common English idioms will improve your speaking and help you to sound more native in English.Share Your ThoughtsDo you use English at work?In meetings, you may know exactly what you want to say but still need a few extra seconds to find the English. You may also hesitate because you’re not sure whether a phrase sounds natural, too direct or too weak.Take my free Meeting English Quiz and try 8 real meeting situations. You’ll see which answers work well in English and where you may need better phrases for meetings.Take the free Meeting English Quiz: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIf you’d rather work on your English with a teacher, book a free trial lesson. We’ll look at the situations you deal with at work and decide what you need to improve first.Book a free trial lesson: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trial
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  20 Must-Have English Phrasal Verbs for Meetings and Updates [606] 23.09.2026 31min

  🚨If you regularly attend meetings in English and sometimes struggle to find the right words in meetings, Speak Up in Meetings gives you practical phrases for interrupting, disagreeing, buying time and finishing your point. Click the link to prepare for your next English meeting  https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/speak-up-in-english-meetings/In this episode, Harry teaches 20 common Business English phrasal verbs and shows you how to use them naturally at work. You’ll hear clear explanations, practical examples and useful guidance on word order, so you can understand these expressions and use them more confidently in real conversations.This Business English lesson is ideal for intermediate and advanced English learners who want to speak more naturally in meetings, give clear updates, talk about problems and delays, and discuss next steps with colleagues and clients.Share Your ThoughtsDo you use English at work?In meetings, you may know exactly what you want to say but still need a few extra seconds to find the English. You may also hesitate because you’re not sure whether a phrase sounds natural, too direct or too weak.Take my free Meeting English Quiz and try 8 real meeting situations. You’ll see which answers work well in English and where you may need better phrases for meetings.Take the free Meeting English Quiz: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIf you’d rather work on your English with a teacher, book a free trial lesson. We’ll look at the situations you deal with at work and decide what you need to improve first.Book a free trial lesson: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trial
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  Business English | How to Make Small Talk in English at Work [605] 16.09.2026 21min

  🚨 Take the free Test Your Meeting English quiz and find out which meeting situations you need to practise ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizLearn how to make small talk in English with your boss, manager or clients. In this Business English lesson, Harry teaches you 12 practical phrases for starting a conversation, answering questions and making small talk before a meeting.What can you say when you join a call early or welcome a client to your office? You’ll hear familiar workplace situations, complete examples and clear explanations of when to use each phrase.In this episode, you’ll learn how to:• Start a conversation about someone’s week, weekend or journey.• Ask follow-up questions and respond to what someone tells you.• Give a short answer about yourself without sharing private details.• Talk about the weather and understand expressions such as “hump day”.• Finish small talk politely and begin the meeting.Harry also explains the difference between “How did it go?” and “What was it like?”, suitable small talk topics at work, and how cultural differences can affect conversations with your manager.This episode of Speak Better English with Harry is for intermediate and advanced learners who want to learn English for work, improve their English listening skills and practise everyday English conversation. Listen to the examples, repeat the phrases out loud and try them in your next workplace conversation.Share Your ThoughtsDo you use English at work?In meetings, you may know exactly what you want to say but still need a few extra seconds to find the English. You may also hesitate because you’re not sure whether a phrase sounds natural, too direct or too weak.Take my free Meeting English Quiz and try 8 real meeting situations. You’ll see which answers work well in English and where you may need better phrases for meetings.Take the free Meeting English Quiz: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIf you’d rather work on your English with a teacher, book a free trial lesson. We’ll look at the situations you deal with at work and decide what you need to improve first.Book a free trial lesson: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trial
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  Business English | What to Say When Someone Interrupts You in an English Meeting [604] 09.09.2026 21min

  🚨If you struggle to find the right words in meetings, Speak Up in Meetings gives you practical phrases for interrupting, disagreeing, buying time and finishing your point. Click the link to prepare for your next English meeting  https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/speak-up-in-english-meetings/In this Business English lesson, you'll learn how handle interruptions in English meetings without losing your point, apologising unnecessarily or sounding aggressive. You’ll learn practical English phrases for accidental interruptions, Teams and Zoom meetings, colleagues who speak over you, people who challenge your point before you finish, and repeated interruptions when you need to be more direct.This episode is for non-native English professionals who use English at work and want to speak more confidently in meetings. Learn how to interrupt and respond politely, deal with difficult colleagues, and use clear professional English in workplace discussions. It is especially useful if you understand English well but need more confidence speaking in fast-moving business meetings, online calls and conversations with colleagues, managers and clients.Share Your ThoughtsDo you use English at work?In meetings, you may know exactly what you want to say but still need a few extra seconds to find the English. You may also hesitate because you’re not sure whether a phrase sounds natural, too direct or too weak.Take my free Meeting English Quiz and try 8 real meeting situations. You’ll see which answers work well in English and where you may need better phrases for meetings.Take the free Meeting English Quiz: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIf you’d rather work on your English with a teacher, book a free trial lesson. We’ll look at the situations you deal with at work and decide what you need to improve first.Book a free trial lesson: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trial
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  Business English | How to Say No to Last-Minute Requests at Work [603] 02.09.2026 20min

  🚨 Take the free Test Your Meeting English quiz and find out which meeting situations you need to practise ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizLearn how to say no politely in English when your manager, colleague or client gives you a last-minute request at work. In this Business English lesson, you’ll learn natural workplace English phrases for dealing with urgent tasks, unrealistic deadlines, competing priorities and requests you simply don’t have enough time to complete. You’ll also learn how to explain what isn’t possible, give a clear reason and offer a realistic alternative without sounding rude or unhelpful.This episode is ideal if you want to improve your Business English speaking skills and communicate more confidently at work. Learn practical English for real workplace situations, including how to ask which task should come first, offer another deadline, explain that you don’t want to rush important work, split a task with a colleague and respond clearly when someone needs something urgently. Use these professional English phrases in meetings, conversations with managers, client discussions and everyday workplace communication.Share Your ThoughtsDo you use English at work?In meetings, you may know exactly what you want to say but still need a few extra seconds to find the English. You may also hesitate because you’re not sure whether a phrase sounds natural, too direct or too weak.Take my free Meeting English Quiz and try 8 real meeting situations. You’ll see which answers work well in English and where you may need better phrases for meetings.Take the free Meeting English Quiz: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIf you’d rather work on your English with a teacher, book a free trial lesson. We’ll look at the situations you deal with at work and decide what you need to improve first.Book a free trial lesson: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trial
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  Business English | How to Give Constructive Feedback in English at Work [602] 26.08.2026 27min

  🚨 Take the free Test Your Meeting English quiz and find out which meeting situations you need to practise ➡️https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIn this Business English lesson, you'll learn how to give constructive feedback about someone’s work, an idea, a draft, a proposal or a decision. You’ll learn phrases for pointing out a problem, explaining why something needs to change, asking someone to revise their work and suggesting a better next step.You’ll also learn how to keep criticism focused on the work rather than the person, and how to make your feedback specific and useful.This episode is useful for non-native English speakers who use English with colleagues, managers, clients, contractors and suppliers.Improve your Business English vocabulary and learn practical English phrases you can use in meetings, project discussions and everyday workplace conversations.Share Your ThoughtsDo you use English at work?In meetings, you may know exactly what you want to say but still need a few extra seconds to find the English. You may also hesitate because you’re not sure whether a phrase sounds natural, too direct or too weak.Take my free Meeting English Quiz and try 8 real meeting situations. You’ll see which answers work well in English and where you may need better phrases for meetings.Take the free Meeting English Quiz: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIf you’d rather work on your English with a teacher, book a free trial lesson. We’ll look at the situations you deal with at work and decide what you need to improve first.Book a free trial lesson: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trial
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  Business English | How to Ask Your Manager for Help in English [601] 19.08.2026 25min

  🚨 Take the free Test Your Meeting English quiz and find out which meeting situations you need to practise ➡️https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizLearn how to ask your manager for help in English without sounding unsure or incapable at work. In this Business English podcast episode, you’ll learn natural ways to ask for advice, request clarification, explain when you’re stuck and get the support you need from your manager.This lesson is for intermediate and advanced English learners who use English at work and want to communicate more confidently with managers and colleagues. Improve your workplace English and learn practical English phrases you can use in real professional conversations.Share Your ThoughtsDo you use English at work?In meetings, you may know exactly what you want to say but still need a few extra seconds to find the English. You may also hesitate because you’re not sure whether a phrase sounds natural, too direct or too weak.Take my free Meeting English Quiz and try 8 real meeting situations. You’ll see which answers work well in English and where you may need better phrases for meetings.Take the free Meeting English Quiz: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIf you’d rather work on your English with a teacher, book a free trial lesson. We’ll look at the situations you deal with at work and decide what you need to improve first.Book a free trial lesson: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trial
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  Business English | How to Ask for Clarification in English at Work [600] 12.08.2026 20min

  🚨 Take the FREE Test Your Meeting English quiz and find out which meeting situations you need to practise ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizSomeone repeats the same thing, but you still don’t understand. What do you ask next? In this business English lesson, learn how to move beyond simply asking someone to repeat themselves and get the information you actually need. You’ll learn how to ask for simpler wording, an example, the practical meaning, or clarification about the part that affects your work. A useful lesson for anyone who wants to learn English for meetings, calls and everyday communication at work.Share Your ThoughtsDo you use English at work?In meetings, you may know exactly what you want to say but still need a few extra seconds to find the English. You may also hesitate because you’re not sure whether a phrase sounds natural, too direct or too weak.Take my free Meeting English Quiz and try 8 real meeting situations. You’ll see which answers work well in English and where you may need better phrases for meetings.Take the free Meeting English Quiz: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIf you’d rather work on your English with a teacher, book a free trial lesson. We’ll look at the situations you deal with at work and decide what you need to improve first.Book a free trial lesson: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trial
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  Business English | What to Say When Someone Challenges Your Idea [599] 05.08.2026 17min

  🚨 Take the free Test Your Meeting English quiz and find out which meeting situations you need to practise ➡️https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIn this Business English lesson, you’ll learn how to defend your ideas when a colleague, manager or client challenges you in a meeting. Harry explains how to respond clearly, support your reasoning, deal with objections and show the possible consequences of a different decision without becoming defensive. This episode is for B2-level non-native professionals who want to learn English for work, improve their English for meetings and speak more clearly when their proposal, recommendation or plan is questioned.Share Your ThoughtsDo you use English at work?In meetings, you may know exactly what you want to say but still need a few extra seconds to find the English. You may also hesitate because you’re not sure whether a phrase sounds natural, too direct or too weak.Take my free Meeting English Quiz and try 8 real meeting situations. You’ll see which answers work well in English and where you may need better phrases for meetings.Take the free Meeting English Quiz: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIf you’d rather work on your English with a teacher, book a free trial lesson. We’ll look at the situations you deal with at work and decide what you need to improve first.Book a free trial lesson: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trial
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  Business English | 14 English Phrases for Giving Progress Updates at Work [598] 29.07.2026 22min

  🚨 Take the free Test Your Meeting English quiz and find out which meeting situations you need to practise ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizLearn how to give a clear progress update in English during meetings, project calls and everyday workplace conversations. This business English lesson teaches practical phrases for saying that work is on track, nearly finished, delayed, waiting for another team or affected by changing priorities.The episode is designed for non-native English speakers who work in international companies and already understand their job well, but need more accurate and natural English to explain progress, deadlines and problems. You will hear useful workplace English phrases with clear explanations and examples, so you can give project updates with more confidence in meetings.Share Your ThoughtsDo you use English at work?In meetings, you may know exactly what you want to say but still need a few extra seconds to find the English. You may also hesitate because you’re not sure whether a phrase sounds natural, too direct or too weak.Take my free Meeting English Quiz and try 8 real meeting situations. You’ll see which answers work well in English and where you may need better phrases for meetings.Take the free Meeting English Quiz: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIf you’d rather work on your English with a teacher, book a free trial lesson. We’ll look at the situations you deal with at work and decide what you need to improve first.Book a free trial lesson: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trial
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  Business English | How to Answer Unexpected Questions at Work [597] 22.07.2026 13min

  🚨 Take the free Test Your Meeting English quiz and find out which meeting situations you need to practise ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizWhat can you say when someone asks you an unexpected question at work and you do not have the answer yet? Learn 10 natural business English phrases that give you time to think, help you clarify the question and tell the other person exactly when you will reply.This practical English lesson is for professionals who use English in meetings, calls and workplace conversations. You will learn how to ask for time to think, check that you understood the question and say clearly when you will have an answer.Use these phrases to improve your spoken English for work, handle difficult questions with more confidence and communicate clearly with international colleagues.Share Your ThoughtsDo you use English at work?In meetings, you may know exactly what you want to say but still need a few extra seconds to find the English. You may also hesitate because you’re not sure whether a phrase sounds natural, too direct or too weak.Take my free Meeting English Quiz and try 8 real meeting situations. You’ll see which answers work well in English and where you may need better phrases for meetings.Take the free Meeting English Quiz: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIf you’d rather work on your English with a teacher, book a free trial lesson. We’ll look at the situations you deal with at work and decide what you need to improve first.Book a free trial lesson: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trial
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  Business English | Check, Confirm or Clarify? [596] 15.07.2026 17min

  🚨 Take the free Test Your Meeting English quiz and find out which meeting situations you need to practise ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizDo you know whether to check, confirm or clarify a deadline, decision or instruction? Many English learners understand these three verbs but hesitate when they need to use them in a work email, meeting or call.By the end of this business English lesson, you’ll know how to check information, confirm decisions and clarify instructions without sounding vague. You’ll also learn the correct grammar patterns and common mistakes to avoid. Use this episode to improve your business English vocabulary, learn English for work and communicate more clearly in professional emails, meetings and calls.Share Your ThoughtsDo you use English at work?In meetings, you may know exactly what you want to say but still need a few extra seconds to find the English. You may also hesitate because you’re not sure whether a phrase sounds natural, too direct or too weak.Take my free Meeting English Quiz and try 8 real meeting situations. You’ll see which answers work well in English and where you may need better phrases for meetings.Take the free Meeting English Quiz: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIf you’d rather work on your English with a teacher, book a free trial lesson. We’ll look at the situations you deal with at work and decide what you need to improve first.Book a free trial lesson: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trial
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  10 Advanced English Collocations for Negative Feelings and Emotions [595] 08.07.2026 16min

  🚨 How good is your English at work? Take the free Test Your English at Work quiz and see how you handle real workplace situations in English. Take the test here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/test-english-at-work/In this episode, you will learn advanced English collocations for negative feelings and emotions. These natural word combinations will help you describe how people feel in a more accurate and fluent way, without relying on basic words.This lesson is especially useful for intermediate and advanced English learners who want to improve their English vocabulary, sound more natural when speaking, and understand the expressions native speakers use in real conversations.You will hear clear explanations, natural examples and practical ways to use this vocabulary correctly. The episode will also help you understand the difference between knowing individual English words and knowing which words naturally go together.Listen to improve your advanced English vocabulary, English collocations, speaking fluency and confidence. This episode is suitable for B2, C1 and advanced English learners who want to speak more naturally and express feelings with greater accuracy.Learn English with practical vocabulary you can understand, remember and use in real conversations.Share Your ThoughtsDo you use English at work?In meetings, you may know exactly what you want to say but still need a few extra seconds to find the English. You may also hesitate because you’re not sure whether a phrase sounds natural, too direct or too weak.Take my free Meeting English Quiz and try 8 real meeting situations. You’ll see which answers work well in English and where you may need better phrases for meetings.Take the free Meeting English Quiz: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIf you’d rather work on your English with a teacher, book a free trial lesson. We’ll look at the situations you deal with at work and decide what you need to improve first.Book a free trial lesson: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trial
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  Business English | How to Criticise Politely in English at Work [594] 01.07.2026 24min

  🚨 Take the free Test Your Meeting English quiz and find out which meeting situations you need to practise ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizLearn how to criticise politely in English without sounding rude, aggressive, or too direct. In this episode, you’ll hear natural English phrases you can use when giving feedback, disagreeing carefully, or pointing out a problem in a business environment.These phrases are useful for meetings, workplace conversations, emails, and everyday situations with people you know. This episode is especially helpful for intermediate and advanced English learners who want to sound more professional, diplomatic, and confident when giving criticism in English.Share Your ThoughtsDo you use English at work?In meetings, you may know exactly what you want to say but still need a few extra seconds to find the English. You may also hesitate because you’re not sure whether a phrase sounds natural, too direct or too weak.Take my free Meeting English Quiz and try 8 real meeting situations. You’ll see which answers work well in English and where you may need better phrases for meetings.Take the free Meeting English Quiz: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIf you’d rather work on your English with a teacher, book a free trial lesson. We’ll look at the situations you deal with at work and decide what you need to improve first.Book a free trial lesson: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trial
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  Business English | 10 Business English Verbs to Talk About Tasks, Time, and Deadlines [593] 24.06.2026 21min

  🚨 Take the free Test Your Meeting English quiz and find out which meeting situations you need to practise ➡️https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIn this episode, you will learn 10 useful English verbs for time management. These verbs help you talk about preparing for problems, choosing what matters most, writing quick notes, giving tasks to other people, staying with a plan, handling too much information, keeping time free, stopping an activity, and finishing important work.This lesson is made for non-native English speakers who want to speak more clearly at work, in meetings, in study situations, or in daily life. You will learn how to use these verbs in real sentences, with simple explanations and practical examples.Instead of saying only “I planned it,” “I did it,” or “I was busy,” you will learn more exact English for real situations. You will sound more organised, more confident, and more natural when you talk about your schedule, responsibilities, deadlines, and goals.This episode is useful for English learners who want to improve their business English vocabulary, workplace English, productivity vocabulary, and English verbs for planning and time management.Share Your ThoughtsDo you use English at work?In meetings, you may know exactly what you want to say but still need a few extra seconds to find the English. You may also hesitate because you’re not sure whether a phrase sounds natural, too direct or too weak.Take my free Meeting English Quiz and try 8 real meeting situations. You’ll see which answers work well in English and where you may need better phrases for meetings.Take the free Meeting English Quiz: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIf you’d rather work on your English with a teacher, book a free trial lesson. We’ll look at the situations you deal with at work and decide what you need to improve first.Book a free trial lesson: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trial
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  10 Common English Idioms for Saying Something Is Really Good [592] 17.06.2026 12min

  🚨 Take the free Test Your Meeting English quiz and find out which meeting situations you need to practise ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIn this episode, you’ll learn common English idioms you can use when something is really good, impressive, successful, or better than expected.Native speakers often use idioms when they want to praise someone’s work, describe a great experience, talk about a successful result, or explain why something really stands out.You’ll hear expressions like top-notch, the icing on the cake, second to none, and more. I’ll explain what each idiom means, when you can use it, and how it sounds in real English conversations.This lesson is for non-native English speakers who want clear explanations, useful examples, and natural phrases they can actually remember and use.By the end of the episode, you’ll understand positive English idioms more easily and have better ways to describe good things in everyday English, workplace conversations, reviews, stories, and informal chats.Share Your ThoughtsDo you use English at work?In meetings, you may know exactly what you want to say but still need a few extra seconds to find the English. You may also hesitate because you’re not sure whether a phrase sounds natural, too direct or too weak.Take my free Meeting English Quiz and try 8 real meeting situations. You’ll see which answers work well in English and where you may need better phrases for meetings.Take the free Meeting English Quiz: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIf you’d rather work on your English with a teacher, book a free trial lesson. We’ll look at the situations you deal with at work and decide what you need to improve first.Book a free trial lesson: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trial
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  Useful English Adjectives for Talking About Relationships [591] 10.06.2026 18min

  🚨 Take the free Test Your Meeting English quiz and find out which meeting situations you need to practise ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIn this episode, you’ll learn useful adjectives that help you describe different types of relationships in a more natural and accurate way. The focus is on real situations, such as friendships, family relationships, romantic relationships, and working relationships.You’ll learn how to choose words that match the situation, so your English sounds clearer and less basic when you talk about people and emotions.After listening, you’ll be able to:• describe relationships more accurately • talk about feelings and behaviour with better vocabulary • understand relationship vocabulary in conversations and articles • speak more naturally when describing people and situationsIf you want to improve your English vocabulary and talk about relationships with more confidence, this episode will help.Share Your ThoughtsDo you use English at work?In meetings, you may know exactly what you want to say but still need a few extra seconds to find the English. You may also hesitate because you’re not sure whether a phrase sounds natural, too direct or too weak.Take my free Meeting English Quiz and try 8 real meeting situations. You’ll see which answers work well in English and where you may need better phrases for meetings.Take the free Meeting English Quiz: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIf you’d rather work on your English with a teacher, book a free trial lesson. We’ll look at the situations you deal with at work and decide what you need to improve first.Book a free trial lesson: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trial
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  Useful English Collocations for Talking About Travel [590] 03.06.2026 18min

  🚨 Take the free Test Your Meeting English quiz and find out which meeting situations you need to practise ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIn this episode, you’ll learn useful collocations that help you talk about trips, holidays, transport, plans, delays, and travel experiences more clearly. These word combinations are important because they help your English sound more natural.The focus is on practical examples you can use when you talk about where you went, how you travelled, what happened, and what the experience was like.After listening, you’ll be able to:• talk about travel more naturally • use common word combinations correctly • describe trips and travel problems more clearly • improve your spoken English for everyday conversationsIf you want to sound more fluent when talking about travel in English, this episode will help.Share Your ThoughtsDo you use English at work?In meetings, you may know exactly what you want to say but still need a few extra seconds to find the English. You may also hesitate because you’re not sure whether a phrase sounds natural, too direct or too weak.Take my free Meeting English Quiz and try 8 real meeting situations. You’ll see which answers work well in English and where you may need better phrases for meetings.Take the free Meeting English Quiz: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIf you’d rather work on your English with a teacher, book a free trial lesson. We’ll look at the situations you deal with at work and decide what you need to improve first.Book a free trial lesson: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trial
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  Useful English Phrases for Difficult Conversations [589] 27.05.2026 36min

  🚨 Take the free Test Your Meeting English quiz and find out which meeting situations you need to practise ➡️https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIn this episode, you’ll learn useful phrases for moments when you feel shocked, disappointed, angry, or need to respond to someone directly. The focus is on real spoken English for situations where something has gone wrong and you need the right words.You’ll hear how to express disbelief, show disappointment, ask someone to apologise, calm a situation down, and respond firmly when necessary. These phrases will help you understand stronger English expressions and use them more carefully in real conversations.After listening, you’ll be able to:• express strong feelings more clearly • respond in tense situations with more confidence • sound firm without losing control • understand direct English phrases when other people use themIf you want to improve your spoken English for real-life situations, this episode will help.Share Your ThoughtsDo you use English at work?In meetings, you may know exactly what you want to say but still need a few extra seconds to find the English. You may also hesitate because you’re not sure whether a phrase sounds natural, too direct or too weak.Take my free Meeting English Quiz and try 8 real meeting situations. You’ll see which answers work well in English and where you may need better phrases for meetings.Take the free Meeting English Quiz: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIf you’d rather work on your English with a teacher, book a free trial lesson. We’ll look at the situations you deal with at work and decide what you need to improve first.Book a free trial lesson: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trial
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  Useful English Expressions with “Go” for Everyday Speaking [588] 20.05.2026 26min

  🚨 How good is your English at work? Take the free Test Your English at Work quiz and see how you handle real workplace situations in English. Take the test here ➡️ https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/test-english-at-work/In this episode, you’ll learn how “go” is used in natural everyday phrases to talk about plans, progress, changes, choices, and situations. These expressions are useful because they help you understand real spoken English and give you more natural ways to express simple ideas.The lesson focuses on clear meaning and practical examples, so you can recognise these phrases when you hear them and use them more confidently when you speak.After listening, you’ll be able to:• understand common expressions with “go” more easily • use “go” in a more natural way • improve your everyday speaking vocabulary • sound less basic when explaining situations and plansIf you want to speak more naturally and understand everyday English better, this episode will help.Share Your ThoughtsDo you use English at work?In meetings, you may know exactly what you want to say but still need a few extra seconds to find the English. You may also hesitate because you’re not sure whether a phrase sounds natural, too direct or too weak.Take my free Meeting English Quiz and try 8 real meeting situations. You’ll see which answers work well in English and where you may need better phrases for meetings.Take the free Meeting English Quiz: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIf you’d rather work on your English with a teacher, book a free trial lesson. We’ll look at the situations you deal with at work and decide what you need to improve first.Book a free trial lesson: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trial