arniebrucecooper
CONTRACTIONS'RE EVERYTHING!
One of the most underused (by non-native speakers) and underrated parts of the English language is contractions, which are shortened...
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arniebrucecooper
- Apr 11
- 2 min
The Quirkiest of English Quirks: The Strange World of “Do”
Do you know the origins of this linguistic oddity and why it's so challenging to master? In this post, I’ll share some tips and examples...
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arniebrucecooper
- Apr 2
- 2 min
(American) "T" is for Trouble
A "T" is not a "T"--at least when it comes to American English pronunciation. Indeed, one of the reasons the American "T" can be...
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arniebrucecooper
- Mar 31
- 2 min
"Ain't That a Shame"
If you've ever heard the word "ain't" being thrown around in movies, music, or even in casual conversations, you might be wondering what...
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arniebrucecooper
- Mar 10
- 2 min
Don't "freak out" About Phrasal Verbs
Are you freaking out about phrasal verbs? Don't worry, you're not alone! In this blog post, I'll explain what phrasal verbs are and why...
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arniebrucecooper
- Feb 24
- 2 min
Think in English!
What’s up English learners! If you're reading this, you're already on the right track to improving your English skills. But have you...
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arniebrucecooper
- Feb 20
- 2 min
English Oddity #1: Contronyms
If you’ve been speaking English even for a relatively short time, you already know that it’s a strange language. Here’s an English oddity...
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arniebrucecooper
- Feb 4
- 2 min
The Final Word on the "Final L"
Let's explore something that can be a bit tricky: the "final L" sound in English. So what is the "final L" sound? It's simply the...
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