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B2 — Upper Intermediate

Expressions for upper-intermediate English learners

food-cooking B2

sprinkle with herbs

Learn how to use 'sprinkle with herbs' to describe scattering chopped fresh or dried herbs over a dish.
business B2

staff turnover

Learn what 'staff turnover' means in the modern workplace. Discover how to use this essential HR term correctly in business conversations with real-life examples.
entertainment B2

stage directions

Understand the term 'stage directions' in theater and scriptwriting. Learn how these written instructions guide actors and crew.
entertainment B2

stage presence

Master the term 'stage presence' in English. Learn how to describe someone's charismatic performing ability with natural examples and practice.
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business B2

stand in for someone

Learn how to use 'stand in for someone' in professional English to describe temporarily covering or replacing a colleague at work.
relationships B2

start a family

Master the English phrase 'start a family' with this comprehensive guide. Learn its meaning, explore natural conversation examples, and test your skills with exercises.
entertainment B2

straight-to-video

Learn the meaning of 'straight-to-video', how it describes low-budget or unsuccessful movies, and how to use it in conversation.
food-cooking B2

strain the pasta

Understand how to use 'strain the pasta' correctly in English conversations and recipes.
business B2

streamline administrative tasks

Learn how to use the phrase "streamline administrative tasks" in professional English to discuss simplifying office paperwork, schedules, and routines.
business B2

streamline the process

Master the professional business English phrase "streamline the process" to describe making workflows faster, simpler, and significantly more efficient.
business B2

streamline operations

Learn how to use the business English phrase "streamline operations" to talk about improving organizational efficiency and cutting unnecessary company costs.
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entertainment B2

stunt coordinator

Discover the role of a 'stunt coordinator' in action movies. Learn how they design and manage dangerous action sequences safely.
entertainment B2

stunt double

Learn the definition of 'stunt double' and how to use this filmmaking term in everyday English discussions about movies.
entertainment B2

supernatural drama

Learn what a supernatural drama is, how to use this entertainment term in conversation, and see natural example sentences.
business B2

supply chain

What exactly is a 'supply chain'? Learn how this essential business term describes the entire journey of a product from raw material sourcing to the final customer.
technology B2

sync devices

Learn how to use the common tech term 'sync devices' in English. Understand its meaning, see conversational examples, and learn how to avoid typical errors.
technology B2

system crash

Learn the meaning of 'system crash' with natural examples. Understand how to use this common technology term in both professional and everyday conversations.
travel B2

table service restaurant

Learn what a table service restaurant is, how it differs from fast food, and how to use this travel vocabulary correctly.
business B2

take a step back

Understand how to use 'take a step back' in business to describe pausing, looking at the bigger picture, or temporarily disengaging.
entertainment B2

take center stage

Learn how to use 'take center stage' in English. Discover its meaning, pronunciation, real-life examples, and common mistakes to avoid.