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Blond or Blonde: Why Does Grammatical Gender in English Still Exist?
by MicheleIf you know a foreign language, you’re probably familiar with grammatical gender. But why do we have them? Why does …
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25 Wonderful Phrases Shakespeare Invented That We Use Everyday
by MicheleYou are a poet and you didn’t even know it! From ‘Love is blind’ to ‘Break the ice’, here are …
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What to challenge yourself? The English language can be a little crazy at times. Here are 9 brain teasers with …
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The streets of London are rich in history. Hidden within street names are the occupations, owners, and even hobbies of the …
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Australian Slang: 31 Hilarious Australian Expressions You Should Use
by Michele“Stop faffing around”. Australian slang is full of hilarious expressions that we should all use. Here are some of the …
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Transatlantic Accent: Why Did Actors in Old Movies Have Weird Accents?
by MicheleFrom radio to Hollywood, discover the unique history of why Hollywood’s elite spoke with those ‘funny’ accents in the 1930s. …
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Behind every English street name is a fascinating story and origin that’s rich with history. Deriving from Old Norse and Latin …
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30 Incredible Stories Behind English Idioms and Phrases You Use Every Day
by MicheleFrom ‘bite the bullet’ to ‘break the ice’ do you know the history behind these idioms and their origins? Find …
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How to Speak Australian: 7 Steps to Mastering the Australian Accent
by MicheleLearn how to speak Australian and nail the accent with this easy step-by-step guide. Plus, you’ll learn most common Aussie …