Practical English example lessons

Find lessons focused on functional, real-world English for everyday situations. Teachers can access content for shopping, dining, transportation, making appointments, giving directions, and handling common scenarios. Perfect for students who need immediately applicable language skills.

Making a complaint: using the simple past tense
A2Practical EnglishGrammarPast tenses

Making a complaint: using the simple past tense

Learn to confidently explain problems and ask for a refund when returning a faulty item to a shop, using essential vocabulary and the simple past tense.

Side hustles: making suggestions for extra income
B1WorkLifestylePractical English

Side hustles: making suggestions for extra income

Discover how to discuss and suggest creative ways to earn extra income, learning practical phrases and useful vocabulary for exploring the world of side hustles.

Business reports: understanding and using the passive voice
B2BusinessGrammarPractical English

Business reports: understanding and using the passive voice

Master the passive voice for objective business reports, learn to question findings politely, and gain key vocabulary like 'actionable insights' from an authentic article.

Digital privacy: protecting your online information
B2TechnologyGrammarPractical English

Digital privacy: protecting your online information

Learn to discuss online security and protect your data using advanced vocabulary and grammar, ensuring your digital life remains private and secure.

Persuasive presentations: using inversion for emphasis
B2BusinessGrammarPractical English

Persuasive presentations: using inversion for emphasis

Master advanced techniques for persuasive presentations, learning how to use inversion for emphasis and confidently handle audience questions.

Remote vs. office work: discussing policies and expressing nuanced opinions
B2WorkBusinessPractical English

Remote vs. office work: discussing policies and expressing nuanced opinions

Learn to confidently discuss the complexities of remote and office work, expressing nuanced opinions and proposing flexible arrangements.

Business proposals: using the subjunctive for formal recommendations
B2BusinessGrammarPractical English

Business proposals: using the subjunctive for formal recommendations

Master the subjunctive mood to craft formal, persuasive business proposals and confidently navigate professional feedback discussions.

Formal reports: using nominalization for professional communication
B2BusinessGrammarPractical English

Formal reports: using nominalization for professional communication

Master <strong>nominalization</strong> and essential professional vocabulary to write formal reports that are objective, authoritative, and concise, enhancing your workplace communication skills.

Workplace chat: mastering small talk
B2BusinessWorkPractical English

Workplace chat: mastering small talk

Master the art of workplace small talk to build connections and boost your confidence in professional settings, using practical phrases and essential vocabulary.

Sustainable living: giving advice and talking about consequences
B1LifestylePractical EnglishGrammar

Sustainable living: giving advice and talking about consequences

Learn to discuss sustainable living, give practical advice, and explain environmental consequences using the first conditional and key vocabulary like 'carbon footprint'.

Digital privacy: giving advice about online security
B2TechnologyPractical EnglishGrammar

Digital privacy: giving advice about online security

Learn essential B2 vocabulary and grammar to confidently discuss digital privacy, warn friends about online risks, and beef up your own security.

Reading the fine print: understanding rules and obligations
B1Practical EnglishLifestyleModal verbs

Reading the fine print: understanding rules and obligations

Learn to confidently navigate contracts and agreements, understanding your rights and spotting hidden details before you commit to any service.