Grammar lessons 31 lessons
Clear lessons on English grammar: every tense, the verb be, conditionals, the passive voice, questions and more, with examples and practice.
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Short, clear lessons on grammar and vocabulary, with examples you can use today and practice quizzes that explain every answer.
62 free lessons75 practice quizzesA1 to C1 levels
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Every lesson explains one idea with examples, tips and the mistakes learners make most.
Vocabulary 15 lessons
Word lists with meanings and examples: the 100 most common words, fruit, vegetables, animals and one-word substitutes.
Reading 3 lessons
Short graded stories for English learners at A2, B1 and B2, with vocabulary and reading questions.
Greetings and expressions 3 lessons
Everyday phrases for greeting people, saying goodbye and starting a conversation in English.
English as a Second Language 4 lessons
Short essays about learning English as a second language: speaking, age, and the mother tongue.
Practice
Quizzes with an explanation for every answer. Retry only the questions you missed.
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- A1 Beginner The verb be, simple present, everyday words.
- A2 Elementary Past simple, questions, food and animal words.
- B1 Intermediate Perfect tenses, conditionals, linking words.
- B2 Upper intermediate Passive voice, perfect continuous, one-word substitutes.
- C1 Advanced Essays on language learning and fluent speaking.
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