If you keep something under wraps you keep it a secret, or concealed from someone. In other words, you keep it to yourself. You don't want other people to know about something important.Another similar expression is to keep your mouth shut.It is a common English expression and you should try to use it when you speak English.ExamplesMan: Have you heard the … [Read more...] about English expression – keep under wraps
B2 (upper-intermediate)
English grammar – how to use ‘else’
In this English grammar lesson for intermediate B1 level students you will learn how to use 'else' in English.What, how, who + else = more or other thingExamples:What else do you do?How else do you do it?Who else did you speak to?When, where, why + elseExamples:If you can't do it know, when else could you do it?I have found a better job. Why else … [Read more...] about English grammar – how to use ‘else’
English grammar – reflexive pronouns
In this English grammar lesson you will learn how we use reflexive pronouns in English.We use Reflexive pronouns:with verbs when there is no direct object.Examples:The child hurt himself climbing a tree. Try to behave yourself at school today.when the object of the verb is the same as the subject.Examples:I made myself a sandwich. He knitted … [Read more...] about English grammar – reflexive pronouns
Business English: Apple user privacy
Apple CEO Tim Cook makes his case on where Apple stands on user data and privacy Watch Tim Cook speak about user data and privacy following the problems that Apple has had in recent years.People are worried about how tech companies are managing their data.It seems that few tech companies have not been involved in a data breaching scandal.Apple had its iCloud … [Read more...] about Business English: Apple user privacy
English expression – Kick the bucket
If someone kicks the bucket they die, or pass away. It is an informal expression but is used quite frequently in English.Be careful when you use this expression as it is quite informal. Use it to talk about people you don't know.Don't use this expression to talk about a death if someone is upset or grieving.Examples:Did you hear about old Mr Jones? He … [Read more...] about English expression – Kick the bucket