Espresso English Podcast

Restaurant English: 25 Phrases Confident English Speakers Use 01.06.2026 5min

🎁 Download Free PDF 💬 Everyday English Speaking Course ✨ Espresso English Academy Can you confidently go to a restaurant in English? This english lesson will teach you 25 essential English phrases for dining out, covering everything from ordering food in English to asking questions. By the end, you'll be able to navigate any situation at the restaurant without stress, improving your English speaking skills. Make sure to download the free lesson PDF to review these vital restaurant vocabulary phrases!

Silent E: How One Letter Totally Changes The Pronunciation! 25.05.2026 5min

⭐ Download FREE sounds guide ❤️ American English Pronunciation Course 🚀 Espresso English Academy This English lesson explains how the silent 'e' at the end of an English word changes the pronunciation of the vowel before it from a short vowel to a long vowel. We'll look at examples to help with pronunciation practice and understanding vowel sounds. This is key for clear English pronunciation!

Advanced Vocabulary Every Fluent English Speaker Needs 21.05.2026 6min

🎁 Download 100 Advanced Words List 🚀 Advanced Vocabulary and Collocations Course ✨ Espresso English Academy Want to elevate your English vocabulary with advanced English words? Today's english lesson is for you. We'll learn 20 English vocabulary words at the C1 to C2 level, so you can improve english and sound more sophisticated and fluent. I've got a gift to advance your advanced english vocabulary even further. A study list of 100 super advanced words with definitions and examples: https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/free-pdf-100-gre-words-examples/

ONE tiny step TODAY... for more fluent English in the future! 18.05.2026 3min

Our birthday sale ends May 19... 👉 Save $14 on any course TODAY! Over the past few days, I've shared: why following a course is an effective way to make real progress how you don't need to do everything at once - instead, choose just ONE English-learning goal for your next 30 days why thousands of students love the clear, practical lessons in Espresso English courses - and are more fluent as a result Now it's time to decide: 👉 Are you ready to improve your English step by step? If you are, join a course before the birthday sale is over! You can see all the available courses here: https://www.espressoenglish.net/happy-birthday-espresso-english/ I'd love to help you learn!

Real student stories to inspire and encourage you! 17.05.2026 5min

SHOP OUR 14TH BIRTHDAY SALE!Save $14 on ANY course If you're wondering whether Espresso English courses really work... …the best answer is from the students who have already taken them! 😍 Today I'm sharing stories from real English learners - just like you - who have gotten really great results from Espresso English Courses. Get $14 off any course when you join today: https://www.espressoenglish.net/happy-birthday-espresso-english/

Too many ways to learn English? 15.05.2026 4min

SHOP OUR 14TH BIRTHDAY SALE!Save $14 on ANY course The internet is amazing for learning English. You have access to millions of videos, podcasts, websites, and more… …but that can actually become a problem. Because when there are so many options, it's hard to know: Where should I start? What should I study next? Am I practicing the right things? Am I actually improving? So instead of moving forward… you end up jumping from one thing to another: a video today a grammar lesson tomorrow a vocabulary list the next day …and it's hard to see progress. That's exactly why I created Espresso English courses. They give you a clear, step-by-step path for real progress in fluency. You just: ✔ follow the lessons in order ✔ practice what you learn ✔ build your skills day by day …and you'll see steady improvement. 👣 🎉 To celebrate our 14th birthday, you can save $14 on any course: https://www.espressoenglish.net/happy-birthday-espresso-english/ No more guessing what to study. No more feeling "stuck." Just clear, step-by-step improvement in your English skills. ✅ The birthday discount is available until May 19!

Happy 14th Birthday to Espresso English! 14.05.2026 7min

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[BEST LESSONS] - 40 words to use instead of "said" 13.05.2026 9min

Download Lesson PDF: https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/free-pdf-40-words-to-use-instad-of-said/ Do you ever notice that we use the word "said" a lot? He said this, she said that, then I said something else. Now there's nothing wrong with the word "said," it's perfectly fine – but the English language has TONS of other options. Today we're going to learn 40 alternatives to "said" – and as you will see, each one adds some extra meaning describing the way the person said something, or the reason they spoke. If you want to expand your vocabulary beyond basic words, then you'll love my Advanced Vocabulary and Collocations Course. The lessons inside teach you more than 1000 high-level words to help take your English vocabulary from "simple" to "sophisticated." One student described it as "like a gold mine for my vocabulary."

[BEST LESSONS] - How to start conversations in English: 40 phrases 12.05.2026 8min

DOWNLOAD LESSON PDF: https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/free-pdf-how-to-start-conversations-in-english/ Do you have difficulty speaking English? Sometimes the hardest part is simply starting a conversation. Today you'll learn 40 conversation starters that native English speakers use in various real life situations – formal or informal, at work, school, or other contexts! These aren't especially "deep" conversation starters like you might want to use on a first date, when you're interested in getting to know someone extremely well. Instead, they are more suited for "small talk" – casual conversation about topics of general interest. You will learn lots more phrases inside my Everyday English Speaking Courses - they cover tons of situations, like what to say during: travel shopping eating in restaurants socializing agreeing/disagreeing making invitations and requests giving criticism or advice expressing your thoughts ...and much more. I hope to see you inside!

[BEST LESSONS] - American English vs. British English Vocabulary 11.05.2026 8min

Download Lesson PDF: https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/free-pdf-british-english-vs-american-english-vocabulary/ This is a story about the daily life of New York Nate, who lives in the United States; and London Laura, who lives in England. As you can see, they have very similar lives… but the words they use are very different! Let's learn 20 common vocabulary words that are different in American English vs. British English. Espresso English Courses: https://www.espressoenglish.net/english-speaking-courses/ Espresso English Academy: https://courses.espressoenglish.net/academy/

[BEST LESSONS] - 10 Interesting Expressions With "Business" 10.05.2026 5min

Download Free PDF: https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/free-pdf-10-expressions-with-business/ English has some interesting expressions with the word "business" – and many of them AREN'T related to work. For example: funny business [someone] means business [do something] like nobody's business make it your business [to do something] and more! If you are learning English for work, my Business English Course will teach you the phrases and vocabulary you need. You'll learn what to say in interviews, meetings, negotiations, phone calls, presentations, networking events, and more. You'll also expand your vocabulary in the areas of management, finance, marketing, human resources, entrepreneurship, and many other topics.

[BEST LESSONS] - 15 Difficult English Words to Pronounce 09.05.2026 6min

Free Pronunciation Power Mini-Course: https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/free-pronunciation-challenge/ Once I asked my students, "What are the most difficult English words for you to pronounce?" and I got a lot of great answers! Today we're going to practice 15 words that English learners often find hard to say. I'll say each one once slowly, once at normal speed, and then I'll say an example sentence – so listen and repeat after me each time. Did you know that you can improve your pronunciation a LOT in the next 30 days when you join my American English Pronunciation Course? By doing a lesson a day, you'll practice all the sounds of American English, so that you can speak more clearly and confidently.

[BEST LESSONS] - 20 Powerful Verbs to Supercharge Your Vocabulary! 08.05.2026 12min

Download Lesson PDF: https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/free-pdf-20-powerful-verbs/ Let's replace weak verbs with stronger verbs! Each powerful verb in this list will improve your English vocabulary and fluency. One of the most common problems I hear among students who are already at an intermediate level of English is that they really want to have a rich vocabulary. You don't just want to use the same basic words over and over; you want to use interesting and powerful words. So today I'll teach you 20 interesting verbs that will supercharge your vocabulary. And that's actually a good example – I could say "improve your vocabulary" or "expand your vocabulary" but those are weaker verbs than the word "supercharge." This strong verb is so much more descriptive, it creates a mental picture of getting a huge boost in vocabulary power. LEARN MORE: Vocabulary Builder Course Advanced Vocabulary and Collocations Course

[BEST LESSONS] - Top 10 Phrasal Verbs for Socializing 07.05.2026 5min

Download Free PDF: https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/free-pdf-phrasal-verbs-for-socializing/ Today we'll learn 10 English phrasal verbs for socializing. These phrasal verbs are used very frequently when native English speakers talk about getting together with other people, and I want to help YOU use them confidently. Learning phrasal verbs is essential for becoming fluent in English, and you can learn lots of them in my Phrasal Verbs in Conversation Course. It's designed to teach you phrasal verbs naturally – again, through conversations – and help you practice them through homework – in just about 10 minutes a day.

[BEST LESSONS] - Should Have, Could Have, or Would Have? 06.05.2026 7min

Download Free PDF: https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/free-pdf-should-could-would/ Should have, could have, and would have are sometimes called "modals of lost opportunity" because they describe situations when we are imagining that the past was different. I'll make them clear with lots of examples! LEARN MORE: Advanced English Grammar Course Espresso English Academy

[BEST LESSONS] - Should, Could, or Would? 05.05.2026 7min

Download Free PDF: https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/free-pdf-should-could-would/ The difference between should, could, and would is difficult for many English learners – this lesson will help you understand when to use each one! LEARN MORE: $1 English Grammar E-Books 600+ Confusing English Words Explained

[BEST LESSONS] - Direct & Indirect Questions in English 04.05.2026 9min

Download Free Lesson PDF: https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/free-pdf-direct-indirect-questions/ Direct questions are the "normal" questions that we can ask friends, family members, and people who we know well. Example of a direct question: "Where's the bathroom?" Indirect questions are a little more formal and polite. We use them when talking to a person we don't know very well, or in professional situations, and their form is a little different. Example of an indirect question: "Could you tell me where the bathroom is?" MORE FLUENT ENGLISH IN A FEW MINUTES A DAY: $1 English Grammar E-Books Advanced English Grammar Course Espresso English Academy

NEW 30-Day English Speaking Challenge! 29.04.2026 6min

💬 Unlimited Speaking Practice: http://www.yourteacher.ai/?via=shayna ✨ NEW ✨ 30-Day English Speaking Challenge: https://speak.yourteacher.ai/english-may26-shayna/?via=shayna Have you been studying English without actually speaking it? In this lesson, we'll teach you how to do daily English practice and how to speak English fluently, even if you're busy or lack confidence. This is a great way to improve English speaking and build English fluency for more natural communication. Join the "30-Day English Speaking Challenge" starting May 1st, 2026! 🚀 https://speak.yourteacher.ai/english-may26-shayna/?via=shayna

10 Other Words For "Sad" + Examples 27.04.2026 5min

Download 100 synonyms for 20 common words Last week I taught you 10 different ways to say "happy" - and today we'll do the opposite - we'll learn 10 synonyms for "sad." Because sometimes the basic word just isn't enough to express what you're feeling. Before we jump in, make sure to get your free PDF with 100 synonyms so you can expand your vocabulary fast! Click here and enter your e-mail address to download it. Learn 1000+ words in the next month: Vocabulary Builder Courses Advanced Vocabulary Course

Ache vs. Pain vs. Hurt: Most English learners get these wrong! 21.04.2026 3min

Free PDF: https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/free-pdf-20-confusing-words/ 600+ Confusing Words E-Book: https://courses.espressoenglish.net/600-confusing-english-words-explained-e-book/ 200 Common Errors in English: https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/200-common-errors-course/ Do you know the difference between the words ache, pain, and hurt? They're similar... but we use them in different ways. Using the wrong word makes your English sound a little strange... ...but using the correct word makes your English sound NATURAL! Want to learn the differences between hundreds of similar-but-different words like these, WITHOUT having to look them up in the dictionary one by one? 😓 Download my 600+ Confusing Words Explained E-Book + Audio! If you love my clear explanations and examples, I'm sure you'll find it helpful.