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Have you ever wondered why English speakers say “on Monday,” “at 3:00,” and “in June”? These small words — Business English prepositions — cause big confusion for professionals learning English. Getting these prepositions wrong can make even the most qualified business person sound unsure in international settings. At BasicEnglish.online, our Native US CELTA Certified English Teacher specializes in making these tricky grammar points clear and practical through our Online English Course.

The Math Behind Language Learning:Unlocking the Secrets of Effective Language Acquisition As both a mathematician and a native English teacher online, I’ve discovered something fascinating: learning a language shares remarkable similarities with solving mathematical problems. This isn’t just theory – it’s been the foundation of my teaching approach for over

Mastering Business English 5 Essential Idioms for International Success In today’s globalized business landscape, effective communication is crucial for success. One key aspect of business communication is mastering English idioms. These phrases can make or break your next deal, and understanding them can give you a competitive edge. With the

Why Do English Dogs Say ‘Woof’? Animal Sounds Around the World Have you ever wondered why English dogs say “woof” while Japanese dogs say “wan wan”? Or why roosters “cock-a-doodle-doo” in English but “quiquiriquí” in Spanish? These differences in animal sounds across languages offer a fascinating glimpse into how different

Prepare for Your Job Interview: 10 Essential English Questions and Answers Are you nervous about your job interview in English? We understand – job interviews can be stressful even in your first language! But here’s some good news: most job interviews follow a similar pattern. Interviewers around the world tend

See, Look, Watch Understanding Vision and Focus in Basic English See: Natural Vision (No Focus Required) “See” is natural vision without focus – your eyes simply taking in what’s around you. It’s like having a camera that’s always on, capturing everything in its view. Examples: “I see trees outside my

Why English Keeps Quiet About Some of Its Letters Ever notice how English loves to play hide and seek with its letters? In words like “business” and “knowledge,” certain letters stay quietly hidden while others step into the spotlight. These silent letters aren’t random – they’re like timestamps in our

The Business Power of ‘Let’s Touch Base’ Ever wondered why business professionals say “let’s touch base” when they want to meet? This popular phrase comes from baseball, where runners must safely reach and touch each base before the fielding team can get them out. This fundamental rule of “touching base”

The Fascinating History of “OK” – America’s Most Successful Word Export – “OK” is arguably the most widely used word in the world. This simple term has become an integral part of nearly every language, and its meaning is universally understood. But have you ever stopped to think about where