
Speak Better English with Harry
Advanced English learning. The best podcast to learn English. Short English lessons with an experienced native English teacher. Most beneficial for intermediate to advanced English learners. Join to become a confident English speaker. Visit www.englishlessonviaskype.com to check out my advanced English intensive courses, online English lessons on Zoom/Skype, online English courses and much more!
Latest episodes

Oct 11, 2023 • 12min
Speak Better English with Harry | Episode 452
Learn useful vocabulary for speaking and different ways to say 'sad' in English. Explore expressions for extreme sadness and disappointment, as well as emotions and states of mind. Discover how sadness is described in British English and incorporate informal phrases into your language skills.

Oct 4, 2023 • 18min
Speak Better English with Harry | Episode 451
Learn advanced English idioms to sound better. Discuss idiomatic expressions for difficult situations. Delve into the metaphorical meaning of 'having one's back to the wall'. Explore idioms like 'catch 22' and 'vicious circle'. Learn problem-solving idioms and practice using them.

Sep 27, 2023 • 20min
Speak Better English with Harry | Episode 450
Learn how to use the preposition 'on' correctly in English with 14 useful prepositional phrases. Topics include expressing gratitude, going on strike, being alone, and reflecting on decisions.

Sep 20, 2023 • 23min
Speak Better English with Harry | Episode 449
Learn 20 advanced C1 level verbs for total English fluency, useful for exams or improving spoken and written English. Explore meanings and usage of verbs like 'arouse', 'boast', 'clench', 'dwell', 'repeal', and 'revoke' with examples. Improve your English skills with this episode.

Sep 13, 2023 • 22min
Speak Better English with Harry | Episode 448
Learn useful collocations with 'make' and the difference between 'make' and 'do'. Enhance your English speaking and writing skills with 20 collocations. Avoid making mistakes in exams. Explore expressions with 'make' such as 'make a deal' and 'make a mess'. Discover the meaning of 'making do' and 'making a living'. Learn strategies for effective communication and the importance of differentiating 'make' and 'do'.

Sep 6, 2023 • 14min
Speak Better English with Harry | Episode 447
Learn 16 ways to say goodbye in English, including informal expressions like 'later, dude' and 'peace out'. Explore the differences between formal and informal usage and discover the meanings behind common goodbye phrases. Practice using these phrases to sound more natural in English conversations.

Aug 30, 2023 • 16min
Speak Better English with Harry | Episode 446
Learn advanced vocabulary for describing sounds and noises in English. This episode covers various types of sounds and their descriptions, as well as characteristics of sounds. Explore different sounds like thunder, lightning, and birds singing, as well as different types of noise. Improve your English proficiency and boost your vocabulary.

Aug 23, 2023 • 15min
Speak Better English with Harry | Episode 445
Learn popular English phrasal verbs like 'put off', 'bring up', and 'look forward to'. Explore the meanings of 'run into', 'bring about', 'look into', and 'come across'. Understand 'take up', 'put up with', 'settle down', and 'turn down' phrasal verbs. Discover the meanings of 'break down', 'give up', and 'carry on' and how to use them correctly.

Aug 16, 2023 • 17min
Speak Better English with Harry | Episode 444
Learn 22 must-know speaking phrases for job interviews in English. Gain confidence in your communication skills, including expressing agreement and disagreement, asking for clarification, and buying time. Discover the importance of active listening and strategies for seeking clarification and repetition. Also, explore techniques for clarifying objectives and taking time to think during interviews.

Aug 9, 2023 • 15min
Speak Better English with Harry | Episode 443
How to use conditionals in English? This question is asked by many English learning students. The truth is that ESL students, even at an advanced English level, still have issues with using conditional tenses in English. This lesson will explain the basic English grammar rules on how to use conditionals in English. Correct English grammar is not only important if you're planning to take an English proficiency exam like IELTS, TOEFL, CAE, etc. It is crucial to follow English grammar rules when writing a business proposal letter, composing an essay in English for university, or simply having a daily conversation with your neighbour. Incorrectly used conditional tenses can alter the meaning of your sentences. Brush up on your English grammar skills to gain confidence in both speaking and writing English.Share Your ThoughtsSupport the showAdvanced English lessons on my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/learnenglishwithharry Learn English with HarryOnline courses start from only €7.99. Click to enrol today https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/online-learning-courses/ and improve your English speaking skills, grammar and vocabulary.
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