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B2 — Upper Intermediate

Expressions for upper-intermediate English learners

travel B2

shoulder season

Learn what 'shoulder season' means in travel and how booking during this time can save you money and hassle.
business B2

silent partner

Understand what a silent partner is in business, how they invest capital, and how to use this common entrepreneurial term in professional English conversations.
entertainment B2

silver screen

Learn the meaning of 'silver screen,' a classic term for the movie theater and film industry, with examples and common mistakes.
food-cooking B2

simmer on low

Master the cooking term 'simmer on low' to improve your English kitchen vocabulary and recipe reading skills.
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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.
food-cooking B2

skim the fat

Learn the meaning and usage of 'skim the fat' in English cooking, a key technique for making cleaner soups and sauces.
entertainment B2

slasher film

Learn the meaning of "slasher film," a popular subgenre of horror movies, with natural examples, pronunciation, and common mistakes.
entertainment B2

slapstick comedy

Understand "slapstick comedy" with clear definitions, real-world examples, and common mistakes to avoid when discussing physical humor.
business B2

sleeping partner

Discover the true meaning of a 'sleeping partner' in business. Learn how this silent investor setup works, with natural example sentences and common mistakes to avoid.
food-cooking B2

slow cooker

Master the term 'slow cooker' in English. Learn what this popular kitchen appliance is, how to use it in daily conversations, and see real-life examples.
business B2

social responsibility

Understand the concept of 'social responsibility' in business. Learn how modern companies balance profit-making with ethical actions to benefit society as a whole.
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entertainment B2

sound stage

Learn what a sound stage is in film production and how to use this common entertainment term.
travel B2

southbound lane

Discover how to use 'southbound lane' in everyday English. Essential vocabulary for driving, navigation, and traffic updates.
entertainment B2

space opera

Learn what a "space opera" is, its key characteristics, and how to use this film and literary term correctly in English.
food-cooking B2

sparkling cider

Learn how to use the term 'sparkling cider' in English. Understand when it refers to a non-alcoholic celebratory drink or an alcoholic beverage.
relationships B2

speak frankly

Learn how to use 'speak frankly' to express thoughts honestly, directly, and without hiding the truth in any relationship.
entertainment B2

spine-chilling horror

Learn how to use the phrase 'spine-chilling horror' to describe terrifying movies, books, and stories that send shivers down your spine.
slang B2

spitting facts

Discover the slang expression 'spitting facts,' used to describe someone who is speaking the absolute, undeniable truth.
food-cooking B2

spoil your appetite

Understand how to use the common phrase 'spoil your appetite' to talk about eating snacks too close to a main meal.
entertainment B2

spoof movie

What is a 'spoof movie'? Discover how to use this casual term for comedic films that mock popular genres or trends.