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Grasping humour and idioms in English can be challenging, but it’s crucial for sounding natural and understanding native speakers. Let’s explore this topic: 1. Idioms: These are phrases whose meanings can’t be deduced from individual words. For example: – «It’s raining cats and dogs» (Está lloviendo a cántaros) – «Break a leg» (Suerte) – «Piece […]

Autumn’s in full swing, which means one thing only: apples. The UK’s main apple harvesting month is October, which holds some cultural significance. All across the country, you can find apple harvesting festivals, such as Yorkshire’s East Riddleton Apple Festival. Likewise, with our renowned tradition of cider-making, it’s now that apples are harvested for this

If you’ve read the title and have no idea what a conker is, you’re likely not the only one. Conkers are the seeds of the horse chestnut tree and come in a spikey green shell. In Spanish, they’re called castaña de Indias. In both Britain and Spain, it’s common to eat roasted chestnuts in winter,

September is here, which means summer is over, and it’s back to school for us all. Schools in England started last week, but in Spain, it was this week. This got me thinking – what are some other differences between schools in England and Spain? Let’s explore some in this blog! Structure and Curriculum England: 

On 22nd of September the Autumn Equinox occurred in the Northern Hemisphere. This is the only day in the year where the night and day are equal due to the sun being directly above the equator. It also marks the end of summer and the beginning of autumn. So, as we Brits enjoy the autumn and

Learning English goes beyond mastering grammar and vocabulary. Understanding the cultural context is equally crucial. Here’s why culture plays a vital role in your English language journey: Idioms and expressions: Many English phrases make little sense without cultural knowledge. For example, «it’s not cricket» (meaning unfair) stems from the British sport’s emphasis on fair play.

Reading is an excellent way to improve your English skills. Here’s a list of books perfect for beginners, along with brief explanations of why they’re suitable: 1. «Graded Readers» series These books are specifically designed for language learners, with simplified vocabulary and grammar. They come in various difficulty levels. 2. «The Cat in the Hat»

Want to sound more natural when speaking English? Here are some everyday expressions that will help you blend in with native speakers:   1. «It’s raining cats and dogs» Meaning: It’s raining very heavily Spanish equivalent: «Está lloviendo a cántaros»   2. «I’m knackered» Meaning: I’m very tired In Spanish: «Estoy agotado/a»   3. «That’s

The 1st of August is Yorkshire Day! Harrogate is a town in North Yorkshire so here are some words and phrases you might hear if you visit: 1. Aye – “Yes” People will often reply by saying “aye” instead of yes. “Is this the way to the station?” “Aye.” 2. Grand / champion– “very good”

Music is a fantastic tool for learning English. Here’s a list of popular songs that can help improve your language skills, along with brief explanations of why they’re useful: 1. «Perfect» by Ed Sheeran Slow tempo, clear pronunciation, and romantic lyrics make this ideal for beginners. 2. «Hello» by Adele Simple vocabulary and repetitive chorus.