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To ‘take notes’ is to write things down while an event is happening; to ‘make notes’ is to organise information in short form. Learn the difference and follow 7 techniques for taking effective notes in English.

The best English dictionary depends on your level — start with a dual-language (bilingual) dictionary as a beginner, then switch to a single-language (English–English) dictionary. We compare five kinds: dual-language, single-language, electronic, online, and apps.

What is a good learning environment? A dedicated, distraction-free space where comfort, quiet, and order help you focus. Use these tips to create one for online English classes.

Minesweeper is a classic game that is fun, rewarding, and challenging. It can help improve problem-solving skills, concentration, and teach important life lessons. It is a game that is definitely worth playing.

This fun how-to guide will explain to you the classic computer game of Minesweeper and give you some tips to help you play better.

The most popular verb used nowadays in English is the verb "to get". There are many different situations and many phrasal verbs in which this verb is used as well. In this article, I will try and help you determine the various meanings of the verb "to get", and hopefully give you the confidence necessary to make it a part of your vocabulary.

What's it like in France at Christmas? Here are a few traditions from the region of Alsace in France.

Happy New Year! Have you set your new year’s resolutions? This is the first article on italki for 2018. Welcome to the new year and new beginnings. Read about all the ways people celebrate the turn of the calendar year.

Avoid sounding boring when speaking English by sounding repetitive. If you simply answer questions in a direct fashion, you’ll sound like a robot. Learn new ways to avoid this question-answer speech routine.

So, you have learned lots of new vocabulary in class. That’s great!