Short, practical tips to sound more natural and confident in British English. Learn key sounds, connected speech, and native techniques to improve clarity and pronunciation.

British Pronunciation Tips 

Have to, don’t have to, and can’t
Use have to for general obligations and to show that something is necessary.
I have to work shifts.
You have to come on time.

Use don’t have to to show that something isn’t necessary.
You don’t have to wear a suit.

Use can’t to show that something is not allowed or isn’t a good idea.
You can’t lie in a job interview. 

Also use have to for strong recommendations. 
You have to do your research. 

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Have to, don’t have to, and can’t

Hi! Today we will talk about letters Г, І, Й, Ї, Ц and Щ.
Examples:
- голова (a head)
- гора (a mountain)
- гострий (spicy or sharp)
- хмара (a cloud)
- хліб (a bread)
- хвиля (a wave) 
- іграшка (a toy)
- ім’я (a name)
- ідея (an idea)
- йод (iodine)
- йти (to go)
- йой (exclamation)
- їжак (a hedgehog), 
- їжа (food)
-  їсти (to eat)
- цуцик (a puppy)
-  цирк (a circus)
-  цезар (Caesar)
- щастя (happiness)
-  щодня  (every day)
-  що ( what) 
- щедрий ( generous.)






Український подкаст для початківців з Альоною / Ukrainian podcast for beginners with Alyona 

Letters Г, І, Й, Ї, Ц, Щ

It wasn't smooth sailing getting into Angola, with some hefty delays on arrival at Luanda's international airport. Angola only introduced a tourist e-visa just prior to Covid, and this became clear on arrival! Listen to this episode to find out why it took 4 hours from my plane landing for me to walk out of the airport terminal.

Travel diaries

A painful arrival into Angola

In today's fast-paced business world, the pressure to deliver is constant. Emails ping incessantly, meetings fill calendars, and impromptu conversations become the norm.  Yet, amidst this whirlwind, a crucial element often gets sidelined: preparation.  Think about it – wouldn't a perfectly executed presentation or a flawlessly delivered pitch be infinitely more effective than a last-minute scramble?

The truth is, effective communication in business is rarely spontaneous.  It's a carefully crafted strategy, and the cornerstone of that strategy is pre-communication planning.  Just as athletes train before a competition, successful business professionals invest time in readying themselves for critical communication moments.

The Power of Preparation in Action:

Consider the scenario: You have a critical meeting with a potential investor.  By investing time in pre-communication planning, you've:

Researched their investment portfolio: You can tailor your pitch to align with their specific interests.
Developed a clear, concise presentation: You highlight the problem your business solves and the value proposition.
Anticipated potential questions: You have well-rehearsed responses that address any investment concerns.
The result? A confident, compelling presentation that positions your business for success.

Investing in Pre-Communication Planning:

Pre-communication planning isn't just about efficiency; it's about maximizing impact and minimizing missteps.  By dedicating time to prepare, you'll project confidence, inspire trust, and ultimately achieve your communication goals.  Remember, in the business world, first impressions matter – so make yours count with the power of preparation.

The Global Professional Podcast

Preparation For Business Communication - EP 24

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Хајде да видимо шта купују Срби на пијаци! / Hajde da vidimo šta kupuju Srbi na pijaci! After listening to this short dialogue try to answer these questions in the comments below:
1. Колико кошта парадајз? / Koliko košta paradajz?
2. Колико јабука жели муштрија? / Koliko jabuka želi mušterija?
3. Да ли су јабуке скупе? / Da li su jabuke skupe?
Срећно учење! / Srećno učenje!


SERBIAN TO GO

На пијаци  - Na pijaci - At the market (A1 level)

What kind of animals do you find scary? In this episode, I'm talking about animals that I find frightning and those that I love. 

Just Chatting....

Scary Animals

This episode introduces three idioms that use the word cat. Listen to the examples to hear how to use them. Please send me a message if you would like a copy of the audio script.