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Have To vs. Need To vs. Must – What’s the difference in English?

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What’s the difference between have to, need to, and must in English? Learn how to use these modal verbs for obligation with confidence and clarity.

#333: Better English Conversations: Increase Your Economic Vocabulary

Do you want better English conversations about the economy, finance, and global events? If you’ve ever felt unsure using economic vocabulary in English, this lesson will help you increase your economic vocabulary and speak with confidence in real conversations.

#332: Give Better Descriptions In English: Use -ish, -like, -esque

Learn how to use three powerful suffixes—-ish, -like, and -esque—to describe colors, times, styles, and qualities with precision and fluency.

#331: Handle Awkward Situations in English | Express Dislike Politely

Explore how to express dislike, disapproval, or lack of interest in a way that feels natural and honest.

#330: Do Less to Achieve More: Success Tips for English Confidence [FREE GUIDE]

A practical guide to English confidence: Learn why simplifying your approach leads to better progress. Stop overwhelming yourself with too many resources and start speaking with confidence.

Top 5 Confident English Lessons of 2024

Master spontaneous speaking, think faster, and become a more confident English speaker by catching up on the most popular lessons of 2024.

#329: New English Words for Confident Conversations: From FOMO to Deep Fake

If you feel lost when hearing modern English terms like “JOMO,” “deepfake,” or “ghosting,” this complete guide will help you master new vocabulary naturally and join conversations with confidence.

#328: Be More Expressive in English Conversations | Reaction Words & Interjections

Learn 37 essential English reaction words and sounds to express yourself naturally. Perfect for sounding more authentic in English conversations.

#327: How to Respond to Thank You in English [FREE Guide]

Discover exactly when and how to use expressions like “no worries,” “my pleasure,” and more to sound natural and build better professional relationships in English-speaking workplaces.

#326: English Conversations on Health & Wellness | Advanced Vocabulary

Master advanced English vocabulary for health and wellness conversations! Perfect for enhancing your fluency on modern health topics. This comprehensive guide covers essential terminology in four cutting-edge areas: complementary and alternative medicine, mental health, health technology, and aging & diet.

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