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Formal expressions for academic contexts

academic C1

rhetorical question

Master the term 'rhetorical question' to describe questions asked for effect or to make a point rather than to get an answer.
academic A2

right answer

Discover the meaning of the phrase 'right answer' in English. Learn how to use this common academic term with natural examples, tips, and helpful exercises.
academic B2

role model

Understand the expression 'role model' to describe inspiring individuals who guide others, and learn how to use it in academic, professional, and personal contexts.
academic A2

ruler and eraser

Master the school stationery terms 'ruler and eraser'. Study real-life examples, pronunciation, and practice exercises.
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academic B1

save a file

Learn the essential digital skill phrase 'save a file' to prevent losing your academic work, essays, and research projects.
academic A2

say it again

Learn how to use the casual academic phrase 'say it again' to ask for repetition or clarification during classes, study groups, or daily conversations.
academic C1

scholarly consensus

Learn how to use 'scholarly consensus' to describe the collective agreement and shared opinions among academic experts, researchers, and scientists in any field.
academic A2

school bag

Learn about the English term 'school bag'. Read natural examples, understand common learner mistakes, and practice using the phrase.
academic A2

school bus

Learn how to use the term 'school bus' correctly. Explore realistic examples, common grammatical mistakes, and practice exercises.
academic A2

science lab

Learn how to use the term 'science lab' in English. Discover its meaning, pronunciation, common mistakes, and practice exercises.
academic B1

sentence structure

Master 'sentence structure' in English. Discover how clauses and phrases combine to create clear, grammatically correct sentences.
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academic B1

short answer

Learn how to use 'short answer' in academic contexts, from exam question types to concise explanations.
academic B1

sign in

Learn how to use 'sign in' in university and digital contexts. Master its meaning, pronunciation, and common mistakes with natural examples.
academic B2

skim and scan

Learn the active reading techniques 'skim and scan' to quickly locate key information and get the main ideas of academic texts.
academic C1

slippery slope

Learn the meaning of 'slippery slope' and how it is used in academic debates to describe a chain of negative events.
academic A2

speak English

Learn how to use the phrase 'speak English' correctly in academic and daily contexts, with examples and common mistakes.
academic A2

spell a word

Learn how to use the common phrase 'spell a word' correctly in English class. Explore natural conversational examples, common mistakes, and practice.
academic B1

spelling mistake

Learn how to identify and avoid a 'spelling mistake' in your English writing. Improve your academic and professional accuracy.
academic B1

stay on track

Master the phrase 'stay on track' to talk about maintaining progress. Learn its meaning, view daily examples, and practice using it correctly.
academic B1

study abroad

Learn the meaning and usage of 'study abroad,' a popular academic term for pursuing education in another country.