One of the best methods to develop one's lingual abilities is to listen to the lyrics of songs, particularly rap songs and try to comprehend what they're saying. aside from being the most energetic heartfelt, pounding genre, it also has many layers of complexities that manifests itself in the English language. (figuratively/metaphorically speaking.)

For example:

"I make sure that north side eats", terms that relate to food such as 'dough', 'bread' etc..refers to rappers being able to financially provide for their family/neighborhood,

And of course, sometimes the melody is catchy (it's repetitive in your head) and that's beautiful.

"She said do you love me? I tell her only partly I only love my bed and my momma, I'm sorry."

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xpVfcZ0ZcFM - God's plan by Drake

Disclaimer: rap is not the most efficient way to develop your business English per se especially if you focus on slang but it will make you think outside the box.

Do you listen to rap? what's your favorite song?

https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=885868188554409

(watch the video, I promise you won't be disappointed.)

@Italki team, if you see this, please upgrade me to a profession teacher. (I'm TEFL certified.)

As a teacher who's been preparing students for job interviews for over 2 years, I've been thinking, why isn't there a global standard where if you follow this specific rule (f.e) then you would have successfully passed the interview/question.

I thought about it but here's the reality, if it was easy then everyone would do it. no matter what technique you follow XYZ/Star/Suitcase etc... recruiters are searching for the X factor within you.

What is that X factor you ask? the X factor is your passion, your knowledge, your experience. whatever it is that you consider is your super power. even if this is your first time applying for a job / you don't think you have enough experience. throw yourself to the world, build projects, follow that gut feeling within you that says "If I do this, it will yield results".

I found this to be entertaining, I'm not fond of the new keyboard I'm currently using. It says here that I average around 60 words per minute. I'm thoroughly disappointed in myself. hah.

https://www.typingtest.com/result.html?acc=94&nwpm=53&gwpm=56&ncpm=268&gcpm=283&dur=60&time=60&chksum=25205&unit=wpm&kh=998&td=null&err=3&hits=283&textfile=aesop.txt

How fast can you type?

I've stumbled upon 3-4 topics talking about loneliness today, I just wanted to share my thoughts and know yours as well.

Before you read this, I want you to know that I'm not extra-ordinary what so ever, I go through the lowest lows and highest highs occasionally and I'm just sharing what I've learned.

Without a goal, you will feel hopeless, your body and brain will immobilize you.

"why do I need to get up early in the morning? to do what? oh, remember that time your friends treated you horribly? great, let's reminisce all our negative thoughts so that we get lazy for another day and continue living that vicious cycle" said your brain.

In reality, work is HARD but it's enjoyable another BUT is that.... hard work takes time and time is of the essence, we might not be able to accomplish our goals in time and that could be our biggest downfall.

That's a call for action, if you feel lonely WORK ON YOURSELF, comment down below find partners/tutors, excel in your career, learn new things it will be hard but "easy" is for people who want to stay lonely.

How often do you take classes on Italki?

As part of being someone who enjoys coaching/preparing candidates for their job interviews, I made this video to help answer the question "Sell Me This Pen".

I hope you enjoy it, let me know what your thoughts down below.

<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TIUwFZBub_0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TIUwFZBub_0</a>

This is just a message to tell you that whether you're learning English or any other language, you're doing a great job!

It feels amazing to communicate with people from different cultures in their own language, they welcome you as part of their own, they respect you for what you're trying to accomplish and it's just a great feeling in general.

I'd like to return the favor by providing you guys some methods that can help you improve your language skills.

1- Tutors here are AWESOME! iTalki is such an awesome platform, you can ask questions in the "Answers" section or bring up a topic with a native speaker on "Discussions", you will almost always get a response!

2- Your target language: Listen to that country's music, watch their tv shows, you can even listen to their radio channels online..

3- LOVE THE CULTURE, if you're not interested in the culture/history then you're not going to be attracted to it.

Best of luck on your learning journey.