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Ian Smith
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English
Native
Afrikaans
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From South AfricaLiving in Cape Town, South Africa (03:24 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Sep 29, 2021InterestsHistoryReadingMusic
Hello! I’m Ian from Cape Town, South Africa. With 12 years as a professional copy editor, translator, and proofreader, I bring a sharp eye for language and detail to every lesson. I’m passionate about exploring world cultures and love connecting with people from all walks of life. If you want to speak clearly and confidently, I’m here to help you reach your goals!
I am kind and patient, with a deep understanding of the difficulties that come with learning a new language.
In my lessons I will mostly focus on conversational English or Afrikaans. I believe that it is vitally important that the student gets as much time as possible to speak English or Afrikaans, and for that reason my role will mostly be to initiate conversation, correct any grammar or pronunciation mistakes, and enhance the student's vocabulary by covering as many topics of discussion as possible.My teaching material
- Articles and news
- Text Documents
- Video files
- Quizzes
- Audio files
- Image files
5.0
Rating
401
Students
6,352
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
English Lessons
English
Afrikaans
Trial Lesson
137 lessons completed
USD 6.00+
Practice speaking English, with a focus on pronunciation and vocabulary
A2 - C2Conversation5,412 lessons completed
USD 9.00+
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340 Reviews
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English
Afrikaans
Alexandra S
28 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
After each lesson with Ian you feel like you've been to a session with a psychologist. He always supports and encourages. In his lessons you feel calm as if you're talking to your best friend. His professionalism is worth mentioning separately, he explains complex things in simple terms.
Oct 15, 2024
Marcin
67 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Ian is the best teacher.
Aug 22, 2024
mike bend
34 Afrikaans lessons
Ian baie dankie vir nog ‘n great les
May 21, 2026
Olivia
55 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
I have been practicing English with Smith for nearly three years. He is patience，nice，smart，he is my best friend now.
Aug 23, 2024
Tony Hodges
132 Afrikaans lessons
Dankie vir vandag se les, Ian. Dit was aangenaam. Ek sal probeer om meer te lees en meer in Afrikaans te dink! Sien jou volgende les.
May 22, 2026
Tony Hodges
132 Afrikaans lessons
Dankie vir 'n interessante les, Ian. Sien jou volgende week.
May 14, 2026
Trial Lesson
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