Podcasts: vocabulary

We’re talking about reading longer texts, like novels, in English. Language editor Joanna Westcombe explains that this kind of “extensive reading” can help you improve your English in many ways.

On page 19 of our exercise booklet, Spotlight plus, this month, we look at English idioms to do with tools. You’ll hear lots of these in everyday situations.

On page 19 of our exercise booklet, Spotlight plus, we’re looking at idioms that have to do with singing. There are a lot of these in English, and you can use them in many everyday situations. Let's try some now.

In the May edition of Spotlight plus, you'll find exercises on the language of exams. Whether or not you're in school, it's good to be familiar with this vocabulary. Let's try one of the exercises together now.

Sometimes two English words look similar but have completely different meanings. Let’s practise a few of these word pairs with a modified exercise from Spotlight plus.

With the Wimbledon Championships starting soon, there’s never been a better time to brush up on your tennis vocabulary.

In our Vocabulary section this month, we examine words relating to housework. Here now to test your knowledge of these vocabulary terms are Anne Alexander Sieder and David Creedon.

Happy St Patrick's Day! St Patrick is said to have driven all the snakes out of Ireland. Too bad he left some other creepy-crawly creatures behind!

Whether you're planning a romantic Valentine's Day getaway or a business trip, it's helpful to know the right words for objects commonly found in a hotel room. We're here to help.

Soon Santa Claus will be making deliveries all over the world. And what does he use to carry all those gifts with him down the chimney? A bag! Let's talk about the bags we all carry.