To pick someone's brains is a common English expression that we use when we want to get information from someone about a certain topic.More often than not, someone will know more about a subject than you. You will need to ask that person to give you the information you need.The meaning is to ask a person for advice about a subject that they have knowledge … [Read more...] about English expression: To pick someone’s brains
B2 (upper-intermediate)
Using be used to and get used to in English
In this English lesson you will learn how we use be used to and get used to in English.Be used toThe structure is:be + used to + noun or -ingExamples:I am used to waking up early. He is used to driving in heavy traffic. She was not used to the hot weather.These sentences mean that you are accustomed or not to a new situation.Get used toThe … [Read more...] about Using be used to and get used to in English
English expression – think outside the box
To think outside the box is a common English expression we use when we want to find the answer to a solution.The meaning is To think differently, creatively or in an unorthodox manner to find a solution to a problem or task.Examples: You will need to think outside the box to come up with an idea for this campaignMany employers nowadays are looking for people … [Read more...] about English expression – think outside the box
English grammar tutorial about future tenses
In today's English grammar tutorial you will learn how we use future tenses in English. This lesson is for intermediate level students and above.Planned or fixed eventsWhen we talk about planned or fixed events in the future we can use:going to - things already decided or an intentionExamples:I am going to buy some new jeans. These ones have holes in them. … [Read more...] about English grammar tutorial about future tenses
How to use modal verbs in English
In this English grammar lesson you will learn how we use modal verbs in EnglishWe use modal verbs when we talk about:abilityI can't answer the phone at the moment. My hands are dirty.I could swim when I was three years old.certaintyYou must have seen him. He was standing right next to you.obligation and necessityYou should/ought to call your … [Read more...] about How to use modal verbs in English