There is actually a small subset of sounds, both consonants and vowels, that make up the Russian accent. Once you learn what these few things are, it will go a long way towards helping you create a more American sound.

English for IT Pros

Accent Reduction for Russian Speakers

In our second episode, we discuss the communication between different cultures. One way of distinguishing them is based on how specific the context is. But what do "high" and "low" really mean?

The Age of Humans

Episode 2: High and Low Context Cultures


   a. Keep a stiff upper lip - To remain brave and composed in the face of adversity.
      Example: "Despite the challenges, she kept a stiff upper lip and persevered."
   b. Burst into tears - To suddenly start crying uncontrollably.
      Example: "When she heard the news, she burst into tears."
   c. Cold feet - To feel nervous or hesitant about something.
      Example: "On the day of the performance, he got cold feet and almost backed out."
   d. Jump for joy - To be extremely happy and excited.
      Example: "When they won the lottery, they jumped for joy."
   e. Eat one's heart out - To feel intense jealousy or regret.
      Example: "When she saw him with his new partner, she ate her heart out."


IELTS Podcast 雅思博客

Emotion-related idioms

This short episode is about answering the interview question, "Can you tell me about yourself?"

Interview Preparation with Robert Henry

Answering the Question, "Can you tell me about yourself?"

To busk can mean to not have a clear plan and to make decisions while events are already in progress. We can also use, play something by ear, improvise, decide in real time, and decide on the fly to mean a similar thing. I hope you enjoy the podcast!

DAILY Business English VOCABULARY builder

I busked this whole podcast, I wonder if anyone will notice?!

In questo episodio inizierò a parlare di libertà finanziaria, sarà quindi una piccola introduzione dove verranno appunto introdotti alcuni concetti basilari come la mentalità e le credenze limitanti.

Il dolce far niente

5. Libertà finanziaria - mentalità e credenze limitanti

Let's learn the first group of Present Tense verbs! In this episode, you will learn how to conjugate them!

Learn Modern and Ancient Greek!

Ενεστώτας! Simple Present!

Learning a Language is exactly like moving into a new house. It takes time to settle in. You should never be frustrated when you forget what you have learnt and make mistakes where corrections have already been made. 

All Things English

Immersing Ourselves in the Language

Discover the flavors and culture of Korea through kimchi, a staple of everyday life, and learn Korean language along the way with Korean Kimchi Power.