Speak about your Daily Routine

How to speak about your daily routine in English?

Speak about your daily routine is the key to speaking English because it talks about our daily life.

We all have some kind of daily routine. For example, students have different daily routine from people with fulltime jobs.

Furthermore, today we are going to cover daily routine in general then you can speak about your daily routine after you have watched and learnt how to do it yourself.

First, think in English and that’s very important! It’s not recommended to translate your own language into English.

In addition, think of the verbs in present tense like:

Go

Walk

Wait

Eat

Brush

Sleep

Read

Get up

Wake up

Go to bed

Take

Have

These are some of the common verbs we use in our daily routine very often.

Furthermore, remember that you can use other verbs to suit your situation.

Now let’s begin:

My name is Adam

I always wake at 7 o’clock in the morning.

Then I wash my face and brush my teeth.

After that I do some exercises then I put my clothes on and prepare my school bag.

Next, I have my breakfast and wait for the school bus.

At 8 o’clock and start my first class then I go the second class.

After that I often take my lunch break and talk with my friends.

At around 12 noon I go back home and take a rest.

Next, I usually watch some TV and chat with my family .

Then I do my homework and help my mother around the house.

At 9 o’clock I read a book and go to sleep.

Second, watch the video on how to speak about your daily routine in English:

Speak about your Daily routine in English

In addition, it is recommended to speak with your friends and family about your daily routine.

Finally, when you talk about your daily routine it makes you feel comfortable to speak about your daily routine in English very smoothly and fluently.

Furthermore, try other pages to practice your writing, reading, listening and speaking in English:

Read a short passage about people in English. Read more

Write ten sentences about your daily routine in English. Read more

Write 5 lines on daily routine. Read more

Learn English with Songs

Learn English with Songs

Are you ready to learn English with songs or karaoke? Then you are on, you can improve your English language by doing the following steps:

  •  Choose an English song that you really like and know very well. (if you do not know any English songs then choose an easy song like kids or children song with pictures to learn English with songs step by step. After that go to the more difficult ones).
  •  Find the lyrics or the words for that English song. (You can click on the link on the left or simply search the song you like online or internet).
  •  Listen to the English song you have chosen. (By MP3, CD player, DVD, internet, etc)
  •  Write the lyrics (words) of the song on a piece of paper or where ever you like.
  •  Read the lyrics or the words of the song that you like and enjoy a lot. (Read them out loud and do not worry about making mistakes)
  • Understand the meaning of lyrics of the songs very well. (You can use a dictionary or online translation to help you find the meaning of the difficult words that you do not understand).

Now you are ready to sing the song in English and learn English with songs

Sing along with the singer like Karaoke
  • You can also record your voice singing with lots of fun.
  • Replay your sound and compare it with the original singer, on the CD, DVD, video clips, tape, or MP3 as the in actual song.
  • In addition,  watch music TV or music on TV.
  • A good example to learn English with songs or music, you need to follow the singers:
  1. Mouth movements, and try to imitate it
  2. Follow their mouth and lips movements.

As a result, this will increase your English speaking level and reduce your accent in a very short time. To do it properly, you need to do at least, one song per day or 3 songs per week.

Learn English with songs and music are a lot of fun and excitement and you will improve your English in a fast and short time.

You can also learn how to speak English and start some conversations

Below you can find many sites that will help you choose your songs and lyrics. Enjoy learning English with music.

Its your turn now! Try and sing a song, it’s fun to learn English through music and songs. To find music lyrics click here

Looking for more song books or karaoke software  Click Here

Chat with other students and teachers in the Chatroom read more

ESL Through Music

Find an ESL Teaching Job Abroad Online

Find an ESL teaching job abroad online?How to find an ESL teaching Job abroad or overseas

First of all, you need to do a thorough search in depth about “ find an ESL teaching job online”

  • Search the internet for ESL teaching jobs abroad via search engines.
  • Find the newspapers and offline job boards for teaching jobs.
  • Make sure you check many ESL and teaching international jobs boards websites and try the forums and blogs.
  • Get some information on the school, company or university.
  • Check with the existing teachers in the school you are applying for and ask as many questions about the school.
  • Find out as much information as you can about your school.
  • For example, how many teachers work there and how long has this school been established.
  • Because some schools are not very clear, hence get some photos of your housing, furniture and office.
  • Check the medical or health insurance they offer.
  • Negotiate your salary and don’t settle for less.

Find an ESL Teaching job abroad online? We answered the question in the above section.

In addition, to the points mentioned above, there a few more things on find an ESL teaching job abroad online by following the steps below:

1- Your resume (CV) format

Make sure you have the proper resume format. For example, if you are going to teach English you need to focus on teaching experience.

Similarly, if you are an engineer you need to concentrate on the that, and so on.

In addition, you can find examples of many resumes and post your own resume.

There are many ways to write a resume. Check out our sample resume format.  Furthermore,  your resume can have different formats, but make sure it has all the information needed and very clear.

Remember if you are applying for an overseas job it is recommended that you follow our sample format for better results in your job search.

2- Your cover letter (self introduction) or job application letter

Write an introduction letter about yourself and the experience you have related to the job you are applying for.

Some companies require a job application letter or a form to be filled out. For some samples and examples of cover letters please visit the resume section

3- The job offer format

After they accept your resume, then you will get a job interview, after that, they will send you a job offer by email, finally, you need to make sure that it is clear and meets the standard for that country.

Here you can see a sample job offer for ESL jobs in South Korea. This ESL sample job offer is an average and standard offer which most schools or companies follow.

4- The contract format

Hence, reviewing the job offer make sure you contact, research the company and staff.

If they do not provide you with the website of the company and the city that you will be working in, therefore, we recommend you to do so.

Another, you need to carefully read the contract and understand it very well. Some times you can request changes if you like.

Here you can also, find a sample job contract for ESL jobs in South Korea.

This is a standard contract for most schools and companies. If you need more information about finding a job you can visit the job board.

Finally, find an ESL teaching job abroad online is time consuming, as a result, it is worth a while. Hence, its better than teaching somewhere you aren’t happy with. You are there for a good experience.

Common Idioms in English Language

Common Idioms in English Language 

Idioms in English are very common and important if you want to understand the common language and master it.

There are many idioms in the English language therefore we added a few common ones:

A
As busy as a bee
A penny for your thoughts
As blind as a bat
As cold as ice
A hot potato
A slap on the wrist
As High as a kite

B
Back to square one
Beating around the bush
Break a leg

C
Cut to the chase
Curiosity killed the cat
Cry wolf

Costs an arm and a leg

F
Feeling a bit under the weather
Feeling blue

K
Kill two birds with one stone

M
Miss the boat

O
Once in a blue moon
On the ball

S
See eye to eye
Speak of the devil

T
The last straw
The best of both worlds

The black sheep of the family

More Common Idioms in English Language Coming Soon

ESL Pronunciation

ESL Pronunciation

Pronunciation, intonations, speaking, and  conversation.

First of all, it is very important to pay attention to small details when it comes to speaking English with a clear accent.

In addition, remember that by good pronunciations you can improve your accent and make it very understandable.

Furthermore, English as a Second Language ESL pronunciation and speaking can be hard to learn if you do not do it the correct and the proper way.

Another, try to follow native speakers of English or at least people or teachers who can speak English very good or close to native speakers of English.

Accents are not Important

It is not important which accent you follow, but learning clear pronunciation is the key to speaking well. 

Below you can find great books and websites that can help you improve your pronunciation skills and getting a good clear accent.

  • There are many different kinds of English accent in the world like
  • British English
  • American English
  • Australian English accent
  • South African English
  • Irish English accent
  • Scottish
  • Walsh
  • Canadian English accent
  • New Zealand accent.

Finally, you can learn any accent depending on the way you like to speak but all of them are English and are acceptable. In addition, you can even have a clear standard accent or pronunciations like the movies or songs. It’s all good.

You can improve your accent by:

  • listening to English music 
  • Watching movies in English 
  • This way you can improve your accent a lot in a short time.
  • You can also find a pen pal on the internet and voice chat with them.
  • Friend in your country and go for a walk
  • or have a tea or coffee while speaking English.

Some examples of how accents can be different:

  • Tom in American English it is pronounced something like Tam.
  • The o = a in this example.
  • Similarly, mom and hot you read as an o but is pronounced like an a because it’s not British accent.

Books and links for ESL pronunciations:

ESL Writing

ESL Writing

ESL (English as a Second Langauge) writing is very important skill for studying English.

You need to learn how to write good English to be able to sucessed in English.

How to become better in writing English skills?

You need to follow the steps below:

  • Reading can help you writing better.
  • Writing articles, essays, short stories, journals, and diaries.
  • Writing a lot can improve your English.

You can practice your writing in many ways, such books, magazines, stories, and the internet. You can start by the doing following:

  • You can read short stories (depending on your level) like kids stories, or just simple written books or stories (basic).
  • Write stuff about the past (stories) use the past simple or simple past. Your childhood story. Your last summer holiday.
  • Write emails. Email can help you practice.
  • Chat in English on your smart phone by text messeges.
  • Email or write to a pen pal or a friend on a social network.
  • Use the translators or dictionaries (many of them and are is free).
  • Use a good spelling checker.
  • Practice online and its free.
  • Make it simple and basic.
  • Start by writing the present simple.
  • You can write facts, daily routine, and habits.
  • Make it simple with lots of examples.

Try to write something similar on your own. Write and do not worry about mistakes. write and KEEP writing. Practice writing English essays. You can start with 15 minutes a day or night. After you have finished writing, you can read it out loud.

If you know someone that is good in English, you can send it to them for correction. If you do not know anyone then you can use some of the internet sites for reading. In addtion, go to our forum and post your questions or essays and someone will help you with your reading practice.

If your writing is good then you need to make it better.

Reading newspapers, stories, books, and more advanced stuff can improve your writing level in English.

How to write ten sentences in English with many examples:

  • Write a complete sentence. Read more
  • Write ten sentences about your job in English. Read more
  • Write ten sentences about your school in English. Read more 
  • Write ten sentences about yourself in English. Read more
  • Write ten sentences about your daily routine in English. Read more
  • Write ten sentences about your favorite food in English. Read more
  • Write ten sentences about your favorite country. Read more
  • Write ten sentences about your job. Read more
  • Write ten sentences about your last holiday. Read more
  • Write ten sentences about your summer holiday. Read more
  • Write ten sentences about your hometown. Read more
  • Write ten sentences about Christmas. Read more

If you are looking to practice more ESL writing, take a look at the links below:

Recommended Books

ESL Writing, English Writing

Book Description
  • This collection will fill a huge gap in teacher preparation materials for writing center tutors.
  • The papers in this highly practical and well balanced collection will help tutors who work with ESL writers.
  • And those who train and supervise them not only with their one-to-one conferencing techniques
  • but also with the development of tutoring materials appropriate for L2 writers.
  • I commend the editors and authors for their valuable contribution to the L2 writing field.
  • Finally, a book written for writing center tutors who assist ESL students.
  • Combining practical tutoring advice with insights that build cultural bridges.
  • ESL Writers helps tutors create a more meaningful and effective exchange between themselves and non-native English speakers.

ESL Writers is divided into three parts:

The ESL Tutoring Session focuses on individual meetings with students whose primary language is not English.

Packed with helpful tips and new perspectives on familiar routines, this section demonstrates strategies likely to be effective with non-native speakers.

A Broader View adds depth and breadth to the discussion by demonstrating how writing centres abroad operate.

offers insights into the rules and conventions of English, and sharing the stories of ESL students who visit the writing center.

For tutors, this indispensable guide gives them the know-how to make better informed choices as they conduct sessions with ESL students.

ESL Writing, English writing

Recommended links for writing English

More ESL writing, grammar, speaking, educational games, songs, pronunciation, listening and more see the list below:

  • Sing ESL (English as a Second Language) Songs read more
  • Play ESL (English as a Second Language) Games read more
  • ESL (English as a Second Language) Pronunciations read  more
  • Learn ESL (English as a Second Language) grammar read more
  • Practice ESL (English as a Second Language) speaking read more
  • Practice ESL (English as a Second Language) Listening read more
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Biz English

Business English or BIZ English                         

Business English or Biz English for abbreviation is very important for students, business professionals, and professional people.  If you plan on being successful in the business system, or obtaining an online or university degree in business. Whether it be a traditional MBA, or even just navigate the English business system without a degree. Correct and proper Business English is vital to achieving the level of professionalism you need to be taken seriously in business.

You can try some of these guides that would help you improve your business English skills, business communications, business writing, business analysis, business vocabulary, business negotiation, and more business English related topics. Business English can help you better your business English skills.

Choose one of the guides for Business English:

 

For more than 50 years, The Gregg Reference Manual has been recognized as the best style manual for business professionals and students. The basic rules that apply to the most frequent problems are covered as thoroughly as the fine points of the problems that occur less often. The colourful examples and illustrations offer easy-to-follow models to help resolve the difficulties encountered in everyday communications from e-mail messages to formal reports. New features include:

    • Up-to-date coverage on dealing with online source material and precautions to observe when citing electronic material

 

  • New searchable index: the website accompanying the book allows the reader immediate access to definitions and information on specific topics

 

  • Updated e-mail rules and expanded plagiarism coverage to meet the needs of changing technology

This text-workbook is a streamlined, no-nonsense approach to business communication. It takes a three-in-one approach: 1-text, 2-practical workbook, and (3) self-teaching grammar/mechanics handbook. The chapters reinforce basic writing skills, then apply these skills to a variety of memos, letters, reports, and resumes. This new edition features increased coverage of contemporary business communication issues including oral communication, electronic forms of communication, diversity and ethics.

Also some websites for Business English:

Better English Lessons and Exercises

Better English with Hangman game

Cambridge English Exams-and-Qualifications

Developing Awareness

Hanson Business English simulations  

Business English Vocabulary

My Philosophy for Teaching English for Business 

One more recommended Business English for business professionals

The best-selling style book, Style: Ten Lessons in Clarity and Grace, Seventh Edition , presents principles of writing to help students diagnose their prose quickly and revise it effectively. The four sections-Style as Choice, Clarity, Grace, and Ethics-feature new principles of effective prose, chapter summaries for quick and easy review, and group exercises that encourage students to work and learn together. Williams offers these principles as reason-based approaches to improving prose, rather than hard and fast rules to writing well. Style, 7/e, empowers students to use their writing not only as a tool to identify and solve problems, but also as a method for exploring their own thinking.