Phrase Lists

50 Most Important English idioms

What are idioms?

Idioms are phrases which are commonly used by native speakers of English to make the language more fluid.  Another term for idioms is ‘slang’.

How can you use idioms to learn English?

It’s imperative to know the most common idioms because you can’t...

50 common English Phrases

Are you planning to take a trip to an English speaking country? Do you want to impress people around you with a mastery of the queen’s language? Discover the top 50 most common English phrases. These will make your communication easier, richer and more enjoyable. 

1. How is it...

The 100 most important acronyms in English, Part 6: Organizations and People

This series is for people learning English as a second language. We explain some of the most common English acronyms and how to use them.

• Part 1: General acronyms
• Part 2: Business acronyms
• Part 3: Internet slang
• Part 4: Technology and medicine
• Part 5: Government and Military
• Part 6:...

The 100 most important acronyms in English, Part 5: Government and military

This series is for people learning English as a second language. We explain some of the most common English acronyms and how to use them.

• Part 1: General acronyms
• Part 2: Business acronyms
• Part 3: Internet slang
• Part 4: Technology and medicine
• Part 5: Government and Military
• Part 6:...

The 100 most important acronyms in English, Part 4: Technology and Medicine

This series is for people learning English as a second language. We explain some of the most common English acronyms and how to use them.

• Part 1: General acronyms
• Part 2: Business acronyms
• Part 3: Internet slang
• Part 4: Acronyms for technology and medicine
• Part 5: Government and military
• Part...