Learning English with Oxford

28/11/2025

Did you know that Black Friday is the day after Thanksgiving in the US, marking the start of the holiday shopping season with amazing deals and discounts? 🦃✨ It's the perfect time to brush up on your shopping phrasal verbs!

Learn phrases like "shop around," "sell out," and "try on" to make the most of your Black Friday shopping spree. 🛒🛍️

27/11/2025

You can spend time with friends, spend money on clothes, or even spend your energy chasing dreams 💸⏳✨
“Spend” isn’t just about cash; it pairs with lots of other words and phrases in English!

Which one have you used before? Or is there one that’s new to you?

24/11/2025

Discourse markers are short expressions we use in conversation to show we’re listening, reacting, or moving from one idea to another. They help make speech feel natural and connected. 🗣️

They’re small, but they make a big difference in how natural your English sounds.

Which ones do you regularly use? Let us know in the comments! 💬

19/11/2025

Ever forget what you wanted to say in English? Here are some handy phrases you can use:

🧠 “It’s on the tip of my tongue.” (I almost remember!)
😅 “I’ve drawn a blank.” (I can’t remember at all.)
🙈 “It’s slipped my mind.” (I forgot!)

Which one do you use most? Or do you have a similar phrase in your language? Share in the comments! 👇

18/11/2025

💡 Collocations with “Save”

✔ Save money – keep money instead of spending it, especially for later.
Example: We scrimp and save to send our children to a private school.

✔ Save time – reduce the amount of time it takes to do something.
Example: Using shortcuts can really help you save time.

✔ Save energy – avoid wasting electricity, gas, or other forms of energy.
Example: Energy-saving features can reduce energy bills by 50%.

✔ Save space – use less physical space or make more room available.
Example: Space-saving furniture is ideal for small apartments.

✔ Save a life – prevent someone from dying or being killed.
Example: Doctors were unable to save her life.

✔ Save face – keep people’s respect for you and avoid embarrassment.
Example: The compromise allows both sides to save face.

✔ Save the planet – protect the Earth from harm or destruction.
Example: If you really want to save the planet, sell your car.

✔ Save the best for last – keep the most appealing thing until the end.
Example: I like to save the best for last when eating dessert.

18/11/2025

Have you seen our latest YouTube video? In this lesson, we break down the commonly confused “-ever” words: whatever, whoever, however, whenever, wherever and whatsoever.

Mastering English can be easier than you think. In this lesson, we break down the commonly confused “-ever” words: whatever, whoever, however, whenever, wher...

17/11/2025

These idioms are commonly used in professional settings worldwide.
🕰️ All in a day's work
Definition: Something regarded as a normal or routine part of one’s job.
🧤 Work your fingers to the bone
Definition: To work extremely hard over a long period.
⚡ Make short work of something
Definition: To deal with or complete something quickly and efficiently.
🔧 In the works
Definition: In progress or being planned or developed.
👷 On the job
Definition: While working or as part of one’s duties.
🧓 Job for life
Definition: A job that offers long-term employment and security.
🛋️ Cushy job
Definition: A job that is easy and comfortable, often with good pay and little effort required.

14/11/2025

English isn't completely unique. It has taken lots of words from other languages over time, and we call them 'loanwords.' 🌍

Loanwords are words we've borrowed from other languages without changing them. 🔄

Here are some everyday words in English that originally came from other languages. 📚

Did English borrow any words from your language? Tell us and let us know which language! 🗣️🌐

13/11/2025

Today is World Kindness Day! ❤️️

It's a day designed to celebrate and encourage kindness. Here are just a few random acts of kindness you can try.

Can you think of any others? ✨

05/11/2025

Ever notice how often English speakers use the word “just”? It can mean so many things! Watch the video to hear more examples and learn how to use “just” naturally in conversation! 🗣️

Which meaning surprised you? Try making your own sentence with “just” in the comments! 👇

01/11/2025

Autumn is here! 🍂 Let’s learn some seasonal vocabulary together. What’s your favourite autumn word or tradition? 🎃🧣🔥

31/10/2025

Spooky English time! 👻
Here are 5 phrasal verbs perfect for Halloween. Can you make a creepy sentence with one?