Vocabulary - Improve your English!
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English Vocabulary - afraid, afraid of, scared of, fear
by English Teacher Jon - LEARN ENGLISH (engVid) 40,463 views
http://www.engvid.com/ Don't be afraid of this lesson -- it's pretty easy! We will learn about the different uses of the word afraid in English. I'll also teach you about fear and scared. Bravely take the quiz at http://www.engvid.com/english-vocabulary-fear/
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Common Mistakes: SOON, EARLY, QUICK, FAST
by English Teacher Jon - LEARN ENGLISH (engVid) 63,640 views
http://www.engvid.com/ In this lesson I discuss the words soon, early, quickly, and fast. Are you going to finish university soon, fast, or early? I'll teach you when each of these words is used in English and how they are used. I also show examples for greater clarification, so by the end of this video there should be no confusion. Take the quiz soon at http://www.engvid.com/soon-early-quick-fast/
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Common Mistakes: SHADE or SHADOW?
by English Teacher Jon - LEARN ENGLISH (engVid) 34,865 views
http://www.engvid.com/ Sometimes there are words in English that have similar meanings but are used in different ways. In this vocabulary lesson, I discuss the difference between 'shade' and 'shadow' and show examples of how to use the two words.
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University degrees in North America
by English Teacher Jon - LEARN ENGLISH (engVid) 24,840 views
http://www.engvid.com/ There are so many university programs and each program uses different abbreviations (short forms). In this lesson I will teach you some of the major abbreviations you will encounter in the academic world. This will help you if you are applying to or attending a university in North America. You can take a quiz on this lesson at http://www.engvid.com/university-degrees-in-north-america/
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How to improve your English with story building
by English Teacher Jon - LEARN ENGLISH (engVid) 70,927 views
http://www.engvid.com Playing with language can be an excellent way to learn. In this exciting English lesson I will teach you how to improve your English skills by using your creativity. It's an excellent way to build on what you know and to remember what you learn. Test your understanding with the quiz: http://www.engvid.com/improve-english-story-building/
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How to use the word ABOVE in English
by English Teacher Jon - LEARN ENGLISH (engVid) 45,571 views
http://www.engvid.com In this class, I'll teach you when and how to use the word ABOVE in English. You'll learn when we use the word "above" with measurements, and also when to use the word "below". Then take the quiz at http://www.engvid.com/above-below/ to test your understanding!
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How to use the word OVER in English
by English Teacher Jon - LEARN ENGLISH (engVid) 100,168 views
http://www.engvid.com Some English words have many uses. In this lesson we look at the usage of the word OVER, especially when talking about ages and speeds. I will talk about the word ABOVE in my next lesson. Don't forget to take the quiz on OVER at http://www.engvid.com/how-to-use-over-in-english/
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How to read job ads in English - Understanding abbreviated writing styles
by English Teacher Jon - LEARN ENGLISH (engVid) 35,769 views
http://www.engvid.com Grammar is important, but there are times when we need to shorten/condense our language to communicate what we want to say. In this lesson you will learn about some "abbreviated" (shortened) ways of speaking in job advertisements, and looking for apartments. Take a quiz on this lesson at http://www.engvid.com/job-ad-abbreviations/ .
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Listening Comprehension - Understand Sports on TV!
by English Teacher Jon - LEARN ENGLISH (engVid) 43,114 views
http://www.engvid.com Sports on television can be exciting, but what are they saying? In this listening comprehension lesson we will hear a "play-by-play" commentary on a sporting event and learn about the language that is used. Then take the quiz at http://www.engvid.com/listening-comprehension-sports/
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English Vocabulary - End or Finish?
by English Teacher Jon - LEARN ENGLISH (engVid) 45,045 views
http://www.engvid.com "Finish" and "end" are two words in English that have almost the same meaning, but are used in different situations. Watch this quick lesson to learn what context to use each in. Then take the quiz at http://www.engvid.com/english-vocabulary-end-finish/
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Listening Comprehension - Legal Vocabulary in English
by English Teacher Jon - LEARN ENGLISH (engVid) 64,386 views
http://www.engvid.com/ Understand news stories better by taking this listening comprehension lesson. I'll teach you a lot of new vocabulary and then read you a story. Take the quiz at http://www.engvid.com/listening-comprehension-legal-vocabula
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Listening Comprehension - Learn English with strange news!
by English Teacher Jon - LEARN ENGLISH (engVid) 156,375 views
http://www.engvid.com Listening to a story and answering questions on it is the best way to test and improve your listening comprehension. In this fun lesson, you will listen to a strange news story and have the opportunity to learn many new words. If you would like to continue the lesson, try to re-tell the story in your words. You could also try to use some of these new words in a sentence. The opportunities to learn are endless. Then take the quiz at http://www.engvid.com/listening-comprehension/news !
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Listening Comprehension - Biography of Clint Eastwood
by English Teacher Jon - LEARN ENGLISH (engVid) 38,423 views
http://www.engvid.com Listening to this biography about a famous actor will help to develop your listening and writing skills in English. You will also expand your vocabulary and learn to use some new expressions in a way that sounds natural. Take a quiz on this lesson here: http://www.engvid.com/listening-comprehension-clint-eastwood
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Holiday Vocabulary in English - Halloween (and idioms about DEATH)
by English Teacher Jon - LEARN ENGLISH (engVid) 39,417 views
http://www.engvid.com Learning about holidays and festivals is a fun way to understand other cultures. In this English lesson, you'll learn about Halloween and you'll learn some vocabulary and phrases related to the holiday. You'll also learn some idioms related to death. Do you celebrate Halloween in your country?
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Learn English with Cooking: Making Blueberry Pancakes!
by English Teacher Jon - LEARN ENGLISH (engVid) 36,236 views
http://www.engvid.com Words and expressions about cooking can open up a world before you. Learning about the measurements, tools, and methods of cooking will expand your English vocabulary. And you'll learn how to make yummy blueberry pancakes, too!
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Talking about being sick - English health vocabulary
by English Teacher Jon - LEARN ENGLISH (engVid) 94,463 views
When you're sick, it's important to know how to describe how you feel. This vocabulary lesson will help you to talk about sickness and bodily pain!
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English Vocabulary - Talking about Shopping
by English Teacher Jon - LEARN ENGLISH (engVid) 71,229 views
http://www.engvid.com You need to know some simple vocabulary and phrases in order to shop in an English-speaking country. In this lesson, I teach you some of this important vocabulary.
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Vocabulary - 7 adjectives for describing people in English
by English Teacher Jon - LEARN ENGLISH (engVid) 77,723 views
http://www.engvid.com/ When you use adjectives, your communication becomes more interesting and sophisticated. There are many ways to describe people, and compound personality adjectives can add color to your language. Here are a few words to help you describe yourself and people that you know. After you've watched the lesson, take the free quiz at http://www.engvid.com/compound-adjectives-for-describing-peo
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"Happy New Year!" Bar & Club Vocabulary & Slang
by English Teacher Jon - LEARN ENGLISH (engVid) 66,847 views
http://www.engvid.com/ A story about New Year's Eve, full of slang, vocabulary, and expressions related to drinking, partying, clubs, bars, and other typical North American New Year's Eve activities. After you've watched the class, take the free quiz at to test your understanding: http://www.engvid.com/happy-new-year-bar-club-party-vocabula
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