Google recommends ABA English as one of the best apps to learn English
The App Chosen by Google and Backed by Thousands of Satisfied Students When a company like Google recognizes an app as one of the best of the year, you know there’s something special about it. ABA English received this recognition on Google Play, standing out among millions of applications for its innovation, quality, and results ... The post Google recommends ABA English as one of the best apps to learn English appeared first on ABA Journal.
The App Chosen by Google and Backed by Thousands of Satisfied Students When a company like Google recognizes an app as one of the best of the year, you know there’s something special about it. ABA English received this recognition on Google Play, standing out among millions of applications for its innovation, quality, and results in English language learning. Today, millions of students worldwide choose ABA English to advance on their journey towards fluent and real-world English. And it’s not just the experts saying it: over 80,000 reviews on Google Play attest to the quality and effectiveness of ABA English, with positive ratings from students who have transformed their English level thanks to its methodology. Why Was ABA English Recommended by Google? Google recognized ABA English for offering a unique learning experience: Natural: You learn English as you learned your native language, intuitively. Flexible: Study from anywhere, at your own pace. Real: Based on practical situations, not artificial exercises. It’s not just about studying English. It’s about living it. Recognized by Experts, Loved by Students In addition to Google, ABA English has been recommended by educational institutions and awarded for its innovation in e-learning. Thousands of students value their experience with ABA English on platforms like Google Play, where they highlight its ease of use, the quality of its classes, and the real results they achieve. When experts and users agree, you know you’re on the right track. Try It Yourself: 7 Days Free Now you can experience the method recommended by Google and backed by thousands of students without commitment. Enjoy 7 days of full access to all classes, exercises, and premium content. Discover what it’s like to learn English in a real and effective way. Start Your Free Trial Your English, Boosted by the Confidence of Google and Thousands of Students With ABA English, you have the support of experts, the recognition of Google, and the voice of thousands of satisfied students. The first step towards your real English starts today. 7 days, 0 risks, everything to gain. Register for free Register for free The post Google recommends ABA English as one of the best apps to learn English appeared first on ABA Journal.
Vegetables in English: vocabulary about greens and produce
Who hasn’t heard that vegetables are good for your health? Certainly, they’re very important in our dishes and contain many nutrients. And now we get to the most important question: What are they called? Subcategories of “Vegetables”? Before we begin to go over the names of all the vegetables, it’s important that we start by ... The post Vegetables in English: vocabulary about greens and produce appeared first on ABA Journal.
Who hasn’t heard that vegetables are good for your health? Certainly, they’re very important in our dishes and contain many nutrients. And now we get to the most important question: What are they called? I WANT TO START TODAY Subcategories of “Vegetables”? Before we begin to go over the names of all the vegetables, it’s important that we start by establishing if there are different categories of vegetables. There are no subcategories of vegetables in English, though there are in some other languages. Vegetables refers to any plant with edible fruits, seeds, roots, bulbs, tubers, leaves, or flowers. For example: tomatoes, potatoes, onions, asparagus, spinach and cauliflower. It’s important to remember that what we may think of as vegetables are technically classified in other ways. For example, tomatoes, avocados and squash are botanically classified as fruits. Now that we know that there are no subcategories of vegetables in English, we’ll go on to the vocabulary. Green Vegetables in English To facilitate learning, we’re going to start with vegetables that are mostly green. These vegetables are sometimes called greens. Let’s see what’s included in the first list. Basil Artichoke Coriander (UK) / Cilantro (US) Brussel Sprout Dill Asparagus Lettuce Oregano Parsley Leek Cabbage Rosemary Other Vegetables In the last section, we gave you a list of green vegetables. Now, to help you learn, we’re going to give you a list with other types of vegetables, a little bit more colourful. Which of these is your favourite? Garlic Celery Sweet Potato Aubergine (UK) / Eggplant (US) Broccoli Courgette (UK) / Zucchini (US) Pumpkin Onion Mushrooms Cauliflower Corn Potato Red Pepper Green Pepper Radish Beetroot Tomato Carrot I WANT TO LEARN MORE VOCABULARY The Vegetables that aren’t Vegetables Vegetables that aren’t vegetables? Maybe you think we’ve gone crazy. However, in common parlance, there are certain products that we think are vegetables, but that actually aren’t. It’s very simple: in botanical classification, these foods have been classified as fruits. Surely this isn’t new for you. Do you have some of these fruits in mind? Now then, some of the fruits you’ll find on this list we’ve already covered in other sections of this article. However, it’s worth knowing for sure some of the items in this category. Olive Avocado Aubergine (UK) / Eggplant (US) Courgette (UK) / Zucchini (US) Pumpkin Chayote Fruit Bean Chickpea Pea Green Beans Corn Okra Cucumber Sweet Pepper Tomato Legumes Very well, legumes aren’t vegetables, strictly speaking, but it’s important to be familiar with them, since they also show up on our plates. Bean Chickpea Peas Broad Bean Green Peas Lentil Soybeans If you want to learn all the terms for vegetables, it’s probably not just because you love language and vocabulary. Maybe you love cooking, or have been invited to a large dinner and want to help prepare it. So besides the lists of vocabulary we’ve included in this article, we’ve decided to include some phrases that can help you when you’re preparing food or helping in the kitchen. What better way to practice vocabulary than in the real world! This recipe is very popular in my country. We need to wash the lettuce before preparing the salad. First, you have to boil the water and then, add the broccoli. Do you want me to add some parsley to it? Have you tried grilled courgette? Steam the vegetables. Chop the onion and garlic. Can you peel the potatoes? Are you ready to prepare some tasty veggies? We hope you’ve enjoyed this article and that now you know the correct terms for all the vegetables. Are you interested in continuing to improve your language skills? Then ABA English is for you. Our modern platform has been especially designed so you can learn anywhere, using any device. Our lessons allow you to learn in an enjoyable and immersive manner, as if you were in another country. Join today! REGISTER FOR FREE REGISTER FOR FREE The post Vegetables in English: vocabulary about greens and produce appeared first on ABA Journal.
Most-used words for everyday objects in English
The names of common objects are part of the vocabulary you’ll need to know for day-to-day communication. Now you may be thinking…but there’s so much to learn! Don’t stress; we’ll give you some ideas for tackling this vocabulary and we’ll list 50 words you’re sure to learn quickly. Household objects in English When a child ... The post Most-used words for everyday objects in English appeared first on ABA Journal.
The names of common objects are part of the vocabulary you’ll need to know for day-to-day communication. Now you may be thinking…but there’s so much to learn! Don’t stress; we’ll give you some ideas for tackling this vocabulary and we’ll list 50 words you’re sure to learn quickly. I WANT TO START TODAY Household objects in English When a child learns to speak, the first words he pronounces are the names of people and the objects nearby that make up his daily environment. Similarly, our first list of objects will be focused on objects in the home. Of course there are many things in a house; but remember, we’re sticking to short lists. Are you ready? Cupboard Pillow Coffee maker Bed Spoon Blanket Knife Stove Sink Washing machine Pot Dish Fridge Sofa Stool Cup Fork Glass These words will certainly be easy for you to remember, because they’re things you use at home every day. Now we’ll move on to another environment that’s also common: the classroom. Classroom objects Whether you study virtually or in person, it’s always important to know the names of classroom objects. Of course, if you attend classes in person, you’ll need to refer to many objects, whereas the list could probably be reduced a bit if you study online. Either way, we’ve chosen a list of the words that seemed most useful. Pen Computer Notebook Desk Pencil Bookcase Book Chair Backpack Paper Glue Door Ruler Clock Whiteboard Window As you can see, this list isn’t exhaustive. What other words would you add? I WANT TO LEARN MORE VOCABULARY Other objects or common things in English We’re down to our last 16 words for objects! In this list, we’ve included vocabulary you’ll need to know in your everyday environment. Car Bicycle (bike) Banknote Wallet Blouse Bag Shirt Helmet Toothbrush Key Table Coin Trousers (UK) / Pants (US) Sweater Shoe And, to finish, we’re going to suggest some simple strategies that will help you remember this vocabulary and put it into practice. Advice for learning vocabulary for everyday objects Next, we’ll share some tips for learning the names of objects efficiently: Create an environment for learning. How can you do that? One of the most-used techniques is to label things so that every time you see them, you’ll remember their name. Focus on the vocabulary you need the most depending on where you are or what job you’re doing. You can also learn vocabulary related to your hobbies or the activities you like to do most. This will ensure you don’t get bored, since you can combine your vocabulary with the things you like to do. Make lists of vocabulary by groups. An effective form of studying words and their pronunciation is to create lists by group and tackle them little by little. For example, you can start with all the household objects, then move on to classroom objects, then food, and so on. Create a daily routine. It’s important that you dedicate time to learn new vocabulary every day. As we’ve shown, it’s not necessary to learn a lot at one time; it’s more important to learn at a steady pace. Go at your own pace. You don’t have to memorise a list of 100 words at a time. Start with one or two words, try to use them frequently and later add more vocabulary onto those words. Learn vocabulary in context. For example, when you’re making coffee in the morning you can say: I’m using the coffee maker to prepare coffee. I need a cup to serve the coffee. I need a spoon for the sugar. We hope that these tips and the vocabulary we’ve included in this article will help you continue on your path of improving your language abilities. ABA English is a digital language academy that enables you to learn vocabulary in a natural and immersive manner. With our course in English, you’ll not only have access to all our lessons, but you can also take advantage of conversation classes that allow you to achieve the level of communication you desire. Also, ABA English is available on any device, which allows you to take your course whenever you want and wherever you find yourself. REGISTER FOR FREE REGISTER FOR FREE The post Most-used words for everyday objects in English appeared first on ABA Journal.
Have you imagined the following scenario? You’re in an English-speaking country and everything is going very well, until…you start to feel ill. Your stomach hurts, you start to feel like you have a fever and you wonder what to do. You’ll definitely want to seek medical advice. Certainly, the following question will pop into your ... The post Diseases appeared first on ABA Journal.
Have you imagined the following scenario? You’re in an English-speaking country and everything is going very well, until…you start to feel ill. Your stomach hurts, you start to feel like you have a fever and you wonder what to do. You’ll definitely want to seek medical advice. Certainly, the following question will pop into your head: How can I explain to the healthcare workers what I’m feeling? And what if I can’t understand what they’re asking me or telling me to do? Don’t worry! In this article, we’re going to cover vocabulary about symptoms and diseases. I WANT TO START TODAY Symptoms and diseases It’s important to remember that, when visiting a healthcare service, you should stay calm; this will facilitate the processes, as well as helping you communicate better and understand the instructions you receive. We’ll start by going over some general vocabulary about symptoms and illnesses: Allergy Depression Diarrhea Ache Pain Headache Stomachache Sore throat Earache Sneeze Constipation Fever Broken bone Inflammation High blood pressure Low blood pressure Runny nose Feeling weak Cough Serious Diseases In the previous list, we covered vocabulary related to general illnesses and symptoms that are usually not very serious. However, some cases could require urgent attention or hospitalisation. Next, we’ll see vocabulary related to some serious diseases: Appendicitis Seizure Stroke Dehydration Haemorrhage Renal insufficiency Paralysis Thrombosis (blood clots) Heart Diseases Besides the above vocabulary, it will also be useful for you to learn a little about heart diseases. Usually, healthcare professionals need information that’s as specific as possible in this regard. Arrhythmia Coronary artery disease Arterioesclerosis Heart attack Congenital heart disease Cardiac arrest I WANT TO LEARN MORE VOCABULARY Words Related to Health Now that you’ve learnt the most important vocabulary related to symptoms and illnesses, we’re going to cover more general vocabulary about health and some phrases that will no doubt be very useful for you when visiting the doctor. Needle Cotton ball Pain killer Plaster (UK) / Band-aid (US) Clinic Heal Diagnosis Wound Hospital Injection / Jab (UK) Syrup Syringe Medicine Pills Prescription Treatment Bandage Cast Examples of phrases you’ll hear from medical personnel: How do you feel? What are your symptoms? When did you start feeling like this? We need some X-rays. Take this medicine/syrup every 6 hours. This is your prescription. Phrases that will help you express what you feel I don’t feel well. I have a headache. I broke my leg while playing football. I’m allergic to penicillin. I’ve been feeling dizzy since last night. I have an earache. My skin is dry and itchy. We hope this article is interesting and useful for you, and that it will help you communicate your symptoms in a medical emergency. Remember that you can never be too prepared for any situation in a country that speaks another language. Do you want to improve your mastery of English? Then why not try ABA English? Count on a platform that allows you to improve your English anywhere, from any device, in an enjoyable, practical and interesting way. You can also enjoy live classes, and you’ll have a professor who’s always available to help you from Day One. What are you waiting for? Try it for free! REGISTER FOR FREE REGISTER FOR FREE The post Diseases appeared first on ABA Journal.
Before tackling the structure of a formal letter, the first thing to establish is what type of letter you need to write. You can discover this easily by answering the question: Why do I need to write this letter? For example, perhaps you need to write a cover letter to include with your resume when ... The post How do you write a formal letter? appeared first on ABA Journal.
Before tackling the structure of a formal letter, the first thing to establish is what type of letter you need to write. You can discover this easily by answering the question: Why do I need to write this letter? For example, perhaps you need to write a cover letter to include with your resume when you’re applying for a job. Or perhaps, by contrast, you need to write a letter of resignation. Other types of formal letters include business letters, contracts, thank you notes, invitations, follow-ups, complaints or requests for information, among many others. I WANT TO START TODAY Advice for writing a formal letter These days, we use email or instant messaging services to communicate or request information. However, sooner or later, the time will come when you have to sit in front of a blank page at your computer to write a formal letter. But don’t worry, it’s not a particularly difficult task if you have the necessary tools. Before you tackle the structure of a formal letter, don’t forget these eight key elements: Respect the structure of the letter. Use language that’s simple, formal and to the point. Be direct; avoid repeating ideas and using sentences that are long and difficult to understand. The use of transitions is very important for the message to be comprehensible and flow easily. Avoid informal language; don’t use contractions such as I’m, they’re. Write short paragraphs and remember to cover one idea per paragraph. Be polite. When you finish your letter, check your spelling or use a grammar checker. Now we will go step-by-step through each of the elements that make up the structure of formal letters. Structure of a formal letter Sender The heading of a formal letter begins with the letterhead, which includes the sender’s contact information. This should be placed on the top right of the letter. Usually, the information includes the sender’s first name, surname, address and telephone number. For example: Rodrigo Char 234W 45th Street New York, 10036 (247) 782-4952 Recipient The recipient’s information is written on the left side and should include their name and complete address. Date The next thing you should include is the date, and it should be right-justified. Don’t forget that you should write it out completely; for example: January 12th, 2022. Greeting If you’re wondering how to begin a formal letter, the answer is very simple. You should start with the greeting. The greeting is very brief. Next, we’ll give you some examples using titles: Dear Mr. Johnson, Dear Mrs. Gomez, Dear Dr. Green, If you don’t know the recipient’s name, you can use Sir or Madam: Dear Sir, Dear Madam, Now is an opportune moment to recall a bit of vocabulary. Mrs.: Used for married women. Miss: Used for single women. Ms.: Used for women whose marriage status you don’t know. Mr.: Used for men, whether married or single. I WANT TO LEARN MORE VOCABULARY Body of the letter Usually the body of the letter is short, three to four paragraphs in total. Generally, in the first paragraph, you introduce yourself and establish the purpose of your letter. The paragraphs you write next add necessary information that’s directly related to the purpose of the letter. Remember that formal letters are pretty short, so it’s important that you organize your ideas clearly and logically. To do so, using transitions is essential. Here, we’ll share some transitions that will make your letter clear and ensure your ideas flow as smoothly as possible. In order to Therefore Consequently In addition Furthermore However Otherwise Nevertheless On the contrary Finally, the last paragraph is used to clearly establish what you need or anything you may be waiting for from the letter’s recipient. Farewell Just as you started the letter with a greeting, now it’s time to close it with a farewell. The farewells for a formal letter have already been established, so this won’t be very difficult. Yours sincerely, Yours truly, Sincerely, Yours faithfully, Regards, Best regards, Signature Now it’s time to sign your letter. Immediately after your signature, you should include your name. In some cases, you may choose to include your phone number and email. Excellent! Now you just need to check your spelling and grammar and your letter will be ready. We hope this advice and the elements we’ve explained in this article are interesting and useful for you. Don’t forget that in formal contexts, you have the opportunity to put your vocabulary into practice and use the logic of the language to organize your ideas. If you believe that you still need to improve aspects of your English, at ABA English we’re ready to help you achieve your goals. Did you know that with ABA English you can learn English anywhere, using any device? Don’t wait any longer—join our community! REGISTER FOR FREE REGISTER FOR FREE The post How do you write a formal letter? appeared first on ABA Journal.
Professions in English: 100+ professions and trades
Have you ever asked yourself what the difference between a profession and a trade is? Usually, we use “profession” to mean a job that requires some type of academic training to be able to do. On the other hand, trades are those that don’t necessarily require formal or academic study and are done in a ... The post Professions in English: 100+ professions and trades appeared first on ABA Journal.
Have you ever asked yourself what the difference between a profession and a trade is? Usually, we use “profession” to mean a job that requires some type of academic training to be able to do. On the other hand, trades are those that don’t necessarily require formal or academic study and are done in a manual or artesanal manner. So, a profession refers to a job that requires some formal study, while trade refers to manual labor. For example: His trade is a potter. Susan loves her profession. I WANT TO START TODAY Professions in English Very good! Let’s get started with our list of jobs. Remember, here we’re offering a list of more than 100, but it’s not exhaustive. The important thing is that you motivate yourself to improve your vocabulary. To facilitate your learning, we’ll divide our list into two parts: professions and trades. Here we have the professions. Professions starting with A Accountant Air host(ess) / Flight attendant Archaeologist Architect Astronaut Professions starting with B Biologist Businessman / Businesswoman Professions starting with C Consultant Counsellor Chef Chemist Professions starting with D Dentist Designer (graphic, fashion, etc) Doctor Professions starting with E Economist Engineer Professions starting with F Forensic scientist Financial director Professions starting with G Geologist General practitioner Professions starting with J Journalist Judge Professions starting with L Lawyer Librarian Professions starting with M Mechanic Meteorologist Professions starting with N Nurse Professions starting with O Office worker Professions starting with P Pharmacist Physicist Policeman Politician Programmer Psychiatrist Psychologist Professions starting with R Researcher Professions starting with S Scientist Secretary Social worker Surgeon Professions starting with T Teacher Professions starting with V Veterinarian I WANT TO LEARN MORE VOCABULARY Trades Now that we’ve finished with the list of professions, we’ll move on to the list of trades. We will present them in alphabetical order so you can easily find the trade you’re interested in. Trades starting with B Baker Builder Bus driver Butcher Trades starting with C Caretaker / custodian Carpenter Cashier Cleaner Clown Cobbler Cook Trades starting with D Dancer Decorator Doorman Dressmaker Trades starting with E – F Electrician Farmer Fireman Fisherman Florist Fruit seller Trades starting with G – H Gardener Hairdresser Housewife Trades starting with J – L Jeweller Lifeguard Lorry driver (UK) / Truck driver (US) Trades starting with M – N Miner Model Nanny Trades starting with P – R Painter Pastry chef Photographer Pilot Plumber Postman (UK) / Mailman (US) Receptionist Refuse collector (UK) / Garbage collector (US) Trades starting with S Sailor Salesman Sculptor Security guard Shoemaker Shop assistant Shopkeeper Singer Soldier Steward Sportsman Trades starting with T Taxi driver Telephone operator Travel agent Trades starting with W Waiter Waitress Window cleaner Writer Wholesaler Very good! Now you have enough vocabulary about professions and trades in English. You definitely don’t have to learn all this vocabulary at once; it’s better to be focused, consistent and dedicated, which are the most important things in the learning process. At ABA English, we want to help you practice and refine your knowledge, both in vocabulary and in the practical use of English. If you’ve always dreamed of communicating fluidly in English, sign up for ABA English and study anywhere, at any time, under any conditions, at your own pace. Plus, our professors are ready to answer any questions you may have. Try it for free! REGISTER FOR FREE REGISTER FOR FREE The post Professions in English: 100+ professions and trades appeared first on ABA Journal.
Parts of the house: essential vocabulary you should learn
When children learn to speak, logically they start by learning the names of the things that are close to them, the things that surround them. This way, they expand their familiarity with the places they know, and at the same time increase their vocabulary. The same thing happens with learning another language. It’s essential to ... The post Parts of the house: essential vocabulary you should learn appeared first on ABA Journal.
When children learn to speak, logically they start by learning the names of the things that are close to them, the things that surround them. This way, they expand their familiarity with the places they know, and at the same time increase their vocabulary. The same thing happens with learning another language. It’s essential to learn the names of things that are around you or that are common in your environment to refine your knowledge of the language. For example, you probably already know some words related to parts of the house in English. Do you know what a room is? Of course! But what do you know about parts of the kitchen? It’s likely that, in that sense, you still have some things to learn. Don’t worry! We’ve prepared this article for you with lots of vocabulary about things around the house. Let’s get started! I WANT TO START TODAY Different types of houses Before entering the field of vocabulary related to inside the home, it’s a good idea to start by getting to know some vocabulary related to the types of dwellings. Here, we present you with some of the most important. Cottage House Mansion Building Skyscraper Flat (UK) / Apartment (US) The rooms of the house Now, although it seems pretty basic, we’ll continue with the names of the different rooms in a house. Garage Living room Dining room Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom Study Garden Patio Laundry room Balcony Basement Attic Stairs Easy enough, right? Very good, now let’s get into detail with a few rooms. Parts of the kitchen It may be that you don’t love cooking, or it’s not your favorite activity, but it’s still important that you know some vocabulary about this part of the house. Imagine needing to explain where the forks are and not being able to! Don’t let that happen; learn these words. Sink Table Cupboard Pantry Drawer Tap/Faucet Dishwasher Microwave Fridge Coffee maker Stove Oven Cup Plate Fork Spoon Knife Bowl Pot I WANT TO LEARN MORE VOCABULARY Things in the bedroom The bedroom is one of the places where we typically prefer to spend our time. There, we relax, read a book, study, and rest. Discover the names of some of the things in your room. Wall Door Window Curtain Lamp Chair Shower Toilet Sink Mirror Bed Closet Mattress Pillow Sheet Duvet Alarm clock Towel Soap Sponge Things around the house As you’ve probably realized, there are so many things in a home that the list of vocabulary can be pretty extensive, but never boring. Next, we’ll share a list of objects and domestic electronics that will be very useful in your day-to-day life. Radiator Fan Air conditioner Washing machine Dryer Broom Lights Power outlet Advice for learning domestic vocabulary One of the simplest and most effective ways of learning all this vocabulary is to take five or ten minutes in the morning and the afternoon to go around your house and name everything you see. Another easy way to memorise all this vocabulary is to make signs with the names and stick them to things. This way, even when you’re not studying, you can see them and learn them naturally. We hope that this article has helped you expand your vocabulary about the parts of the home. After all, the house where you live is your home sweet home, and what’s better for feeling motivated to learn than being in your favorite environment. At ABA English, we love to help you put what you’re learning into practice. Our lessons are fun, interesting, and very useful. Equally, our certified professors are ready to help you with any difficulty you may have, regardless of whether it’s vocabulary, pronunciation, or communication. Improve your English today! REGISTER FOR FREE REGISTER FOR FREE The post Parts of the house: essential vocabulary you should learn appeared first on ABA Journal.
If you’re a sports fan, you probably already know the names of the most common sports. However, sports vocabulary is pretty broad. Think about all the types of sports out there: group, individual, extreme, aquatic, among others. Do you dream of running the New York Marathon? What about going to support your favourite football team ... The post Sports vocabulary appeared first on ABA Journal.
If you’re a sports fan, you probably already know the names of the most common sports. However, sports vocabulary is pretty broad. Think about all the types of sports out there: group, individual, extreme, aquatic, among others. Do you dream of running the New York Marathon? What about going to support your favourite football team and keeping up with the commentary? Or maybe going to a game at Wimbledon? No doubt that in those contexts, knowing the lingo is more than useful. That’s why we’ve prepared this article about sports. Ready? Here we go! I WANT TO START TODAY Names of Sports Like we said before, you probably already know the names of the most common sports, however, it’s helpful to familiarize yourself with sports that may be more popular in other areas. How many of these do you know? Acrobatics Archery Badminton Baseball Basketball Bodybuilding Cycling Diving Fencing (American) Football Football (United Kingdom) / Soccer (United States) Handball Ice Hockey Mountaineering Parachuting Sailing Scuba Diving Skating Swimming Table Tennis Volleyball Water Skiing Now that you’ve expanded your vocabulary generally, why don’t we do a deep dive on aquatic sports? Aquatic Sports Watersports Canoeing Kayaking Rowing Surfing Sailing Swimming Water Polo Water Skiing Did you know that the first signs of people swimming come from Egypt in the Pre Hellenic Period? Swimming formed part of a proper public education. I WANT TO LEARN MORE VOCABULARY Action Sports Action sports, or extreme sports, are sports that involve a high level of risk. These sports involve speed, height, a high level of physical exertion, and often require specialised equipment. Which extreme sports do you know? Parachuting Mountaineering Bungee Jumping Parkour Abseiling Surfing Skateboarding Rafting Diving Snowboarding Mountain Biking Skiing Do you like extreme sports? Would you like to try parachuting at least once in your life? Places Where Sports Are Played Every sport has a specific type of place where it’s played. Next, we’ll show you the names of some of the places where the most well-known sports are played. Tennis Court Field Pitch (UK; for rugby, soccer) Basketball Court Baseball Diamond Golf Course Stadium Athletics Track Pool Ski Slope Racecourse Do you know what the largest racecourse in the world is? The Meydan Racecourse is found in Dubai and is considered the biggest in the world. It has a capacity of over 60,000 spectators and an area of 7.5 million square metres. Sporting Equipment The variety of sporting equipment is practically infinite. That’s why making a list of what you need to play sports is basically impossible. However, we can name some of the most common pieces of equipment and thereby motivate you to look into the equipment for your favourite sport. Tennis Racquet (UK) / Tennis Racket (US) Ball Sneaker (US) / Trainer (UK) Baseball Basketball Football Running Shoes Shorts Baseball Bat Uniform Helmet Riding Boots Boxing Gloves Paddle Rope Jump Rope Skateboard Swimsuit Club Goal posts Now, we’ll give you some examples of these terms in use: You have to run with trainers. Did you know that every club has different angles? In extreme sports, helmets are part of the safety equipment. Expressions Related to Sports Now let’s see some expressions related to sports that can also be used in other contexts. Practice these phrases to improve your pronunciation and elocution. If they already decided what to do, the ball is in your court now. For sure, we will have to find a way to tackle the problem. We were happy because we were about to finish the plan, but the leader of the project moved the goalposts and now we have to start again. We hope that this article has been interesting and that you’ve learned more sports vocabulary. Remember that, just like your favourite sport, to perfect your speaking, consistency and practice are necessary. Remember the famous proverb: No pain, no gain. At ABA English, we’re ready to help you practice and refine your knowledge of the language in a fun and interesting way. So, you can do more than just enjoy your favourite sport—you can communicate and interact with confidence in any context. Remember that ABA English goes with you everywhere; on your smartphone, tablet, and computer. What are you waiting for? REGISTER FOR FREE REGISTER FOR FREE The post Sports vocabulary appeared first on ABA Journal.
Learn fruit names in English : Vocabulary Related to Fruit
You might already know how to talk about apples, bananas, and oranges. However, there are many fruits left for you to discover, and this article is the best opportunity for you to learn them. Remember that it’s important to eat them every day, since they give you many nutrients and help you maintain a balanced ... The post Learn fruit names in English : Vocabulary Related to Fruit appeared first on ABA Journal.
You might already know how to talk about apples, bananas, and oranges. However, there are many fruits left for you to discover, and this article is the best opportunity for you to learn them. Remember that it’s important to eat them every day, since they give you many nutrients and help you maintain a balanced diet. Do you want to know the names of the fruits in English and some interesting facts about these all-important foods? Let’s go! Learn the names of fruits with @abaenglish Click To Tweet I WANT TO START TODAY Sweet Fruits Did you know that watermelon and melon aren’t the same thing? Next, we’ll share a list of sweet fruits, ideal for making a smoothie, an exquisite dessert, or just for eating at any time of day. Banana Cherry Custard apple Apricot Currant Fig Red apple Cantaloupe/melon Pear Beetroot Watermelon Sweet grape – Fruits give you vitamins, like A, C, and E, plus B12 and B15 complexes. – In ancient times, they used watermelons as water receptacles, because of their impermeable rind. – Grapes are ideal to counteract the effects of a sedentary lifestyle. In other words, eating grapes could be equal to going for a run in the park. Even so, don’t stay home watching TV; move your body! Sour fruits What would you think about drinking a smoothie of sour fruits to quench your thirst? Sour fruits are excellent for lowering your cholesterol, triglyceride, and uric acid levels. And a fun fact, not all sour fruits contain citric acid; for example, pineapples don’t. Here we’ll share a list of the most popular sour fruits with you: Blueberry Kiwi Lemon Passion fruit Blackberry Orange Pineapple Grapefruit Grape – Lemon was used by ancient Egyptians to clean their hands. – Lemon is still used to clean and disinfect the home today; some people even use it to repel ants. – You may think passion fruit got its name from its aphrodisiac qualities. But in reality, it got its name from the Spanish conquerors in the Americas who thought the flower looked like the crown of thorns Christ is said to have worn, thereby relating it to the passion of Christ. Semi-sour fruits Some fruits are less sour, but are rich in proteins. Learn the names of these fruits in the following list: Plum Peach Raspberry Strawberry Pomegranate Guava Green apple Quince Mango Lime Tomato – In medieval times, fruits of the forest (red fruits or berries) were collected by peasants in the forest, but they had to pay the feudal lord a portion for the privilege. – Apricots and peaches are so similar that they’re only differentiated by one gene. I WANT TO LEARN MORE VOCABULARY Exotic fruits There are some fruits you won’t find on the corner of your house or in a seasonal sale. They’re difficult to find because of their origin, although you can find some in large supermarkets. If you manage to find one, take the opportunity to try something different: Star fruit: A fruit that stands out for its star shape, it has a smooth flavor and is regularly used for decorating food. It’s found in southeast Asia, and in Central and South America. Pitaya or dragon fruit: A sweet fruit known for its laxative properties. You can get one on your next trip to Israel, Vietnam, Colombia, Mexico, or China. Lychee or Chinese Plum: Of Chinese origin, it’s known for its translucent skin, which can be pink to scarlet. It’s good for you because it’s rich in phosphorus and magnesium. Mangosteen: With a high sugar (fructose) content, it’s popular in Thailand, where it’s considered a delicacy. It’s also highly valued for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and its protection of cardiovascular health. Other interesting facts about fruit The origin of the word “coconut” probably goes back to the 16th century, when Portuguese sailors observed how similar it is to a human head. The strawberry is the only fruit that has seeds on the outside, which it can have up to 200 of. Avocado seeds in ancient times were used to make ink for writing. Apples float on water because they’re 25% air. You could say that it’s an “inflated” fruit. Experts recommend that you include fruits in every color in your diet, so that you get the nutrients from all of them. Nature has definitely given us a delicious gift that we can enjoy at any time of the day. Regardless of whether you eat sour fruits, sweet fruits, or exotic fruits, always try to include it in your daily diet, so that you can benefit from all of the fruit’s properties—but always consult with your nutritionist. We hope you’ve enjoyed learning about fruit. Keep in mind that you can bring your English to the next level with ABA English, thanks to our fun and interesting lessons that you can access on your smartphone, laptop, tablet, or desktop computer. REGISTER FOR FREE REGISTER FOR FREE The post Learn fruit names in English : Vocabulary Related to Fruit appeared first on ABA Journal.
A Selection of Phrases and Vocabulary in English for Clothing and Accessories
Regardless of where in the world you find yourself, something you’ll always need to use is clothing. Unless you live in a tribe in the middle of the jungle, where the dress code might be more relaxed or require few garments, dress will always be part of our day-to-day lives. Do you know how to ... The post A Selection of Phrases and Vocabulary in English for Clothing and Accessories appeared first on ABA Journal.
Regardless of where in the world you find yourself, something you’ll always need to use is clothing. Unless you live in a tribe in the middle of the jungle, where the dress code might be more relaxed or require few garments, dress will always be part of our day-to-day lives. Do you know how to describe these clothes? Do you know how to talk about coats, trousers, and underclothes? If you don’t already know, you have a perfect reason to learn the vocabulary and the best phrases about clothing and accessories. Learn to describe clothes in English with @abaenglish Click To Tweet I WANT TO START TODAY Winter Clothes If you want to escape the cold you’ll have to use the following garments, which will no doubt protect you from the rain, snow, and low temperatures. Anorak / windbreaker Belt Blazer Blouse Boots Button Cap Cardigan Coat Dressing gown Gloves Hat Hoodie / sweatshirt Jacket Jumper Leggings Overcoat Pocket Pullover Raincoat Scarf Socks Sweater Sunglasses Tracksuit Tights Trousers Waistcoat Umbrella Zip Next, we’ll share some expressions that will be very useful this time of the year: It’s freaking cold! Could I borrow your jacket? If you want to go outside, you’d better wear your gloves and a hat. It looks like it’s going to rain outside. Take an umbrella and a raincoat. I need a warm coat. This shirt is too light for today’s weather. I’ll wear a sweater! Summer Clothes After winter, people want to get out and enjoy the sun, the beach, nature and all the benefits of summer. Next, we’ll share vocabulary about summer clothes and accessories: Shirt Skirt T-shirt Shorts Short-sleeved shirt Light blouse Sunglasses Tank top Hawaiian t-shirt Singlet Swim trunks Bikini Swimming suit Light dress Hat Cap Polo shirt Flip flops Sandals Now get to know some expressions about articles of clothing that you can use next summer: It’s so hot right now! You should wear a light dress. Put on your swimsuit and let’s go to the pool. This skirt looks a bit messy on the side. Do you have this shirt in another design? Fabrics and types of designs If you walk into a fabric store or clothes store, you should get to know some specific terms so you can accurately describe what you’re looking for. Here we’ll share the names of some fabrics and designs: Cotton Leather Wool Canvas Denim Linen Silk Suede Synthetic fibre Velvet Checked Solid Spotted Striped Tartan Floral I WANT TO LEARN MORE VOCABULARY Most Used Verbs to Talk about Clothing To get dressed To get undressed To get dressed up To change To match To put on To take off To try on To fit To wear To suit To tie To undo To untie Adjectives about Clothes Use the following adjectives to describe clothing: Baggy Big Casual Cheap Elegant Expensive Fashionable Formal Loose, sloppy Ordinary Unfashionable Oversized Shabby Tight Phrases to Talk About Clothing This dress is too big. Can I try a smaller size? Do you also do tailoring? This lingerie is pretty expensive. I would like to try these shoes in size 5. This jacket doesn’t fit me well, it’s too tight! Do you know where I can buy an umbrella? I forgot my raincoat. I’m looking for a pair of rain boots. Are you ready to look for your favorite clothes? ABA English will help you perfect your English through a dynamic, different, fun method that brings your English to the next level and teaches you to talk like a native speaker. With our course, you can put into practice everything you’ve learned and be able to easily ask for your preferred clothing on your next visit to an English-speaking country, plus much more. REGISTER FOR FREE REGISTER FOR FREE The post A Selection of Phrases and Vocabulary in English for Clothing and Accessories appeared first on ABA Journal.