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How to use the word Ancient in English : Vocabulary Boost
Stop using "very old" for everything! In this Monday Vocabulary Boost, we teach you how to use "ancient" to describe history and the distant past.

Mark Connolly
Feb 32 min read


How to use Unless in English | Sentence Structure Sunday | On Your Mark's English
Want to sound more advanced? This Sentence Structure Sunday shows you how to use "unless" to talk about conditions and rules clearly.

Mark Connolly
Feb 22 min read


English Phrasal Verbs Story: Meeting a Pet | Saturday Story Time
Stories are the best way to learn English! In this Saturday Story Time, we use a encounter with a puppy to master two common phrasal verbs.

Mark Connolly
Jan 312 min read


English Listening Practice: My Running & Fitness Story | On Your Mark's English
From 105 kg powerlifter to a 27-minute 5K runner, listen to Mark's fitness journey and practice your English immersion in this Friday vlog.

Mark Connolly
Jan 302 min read


How to talk about age in English | I am vs I have | On Your Mark's English
Do you "have" 25 years or "are" you 25? In this Thursday Common Mistakes lesson, we fix a classic error and help you master talking about age.

Mark Connolly
Jan 292 min read


How to use "No Worries" in English | Real English Expressions
Want to sound more natural? In this Wednesday Real English Expressions lesson, we master "No worries"—the most versatile phrase in casual English.

Mark Connolly
Jan 282 min read


State Verbs vs Action Verbs | Why I Am Liking is Wrong | On Your Mark's English
Is "I am liking it" correct? In this Tuesday Grammar Made Easy lesson, we break down State Verbs so you can stop making this common A1/A2 grammar mistake.

Mark Connolly
Jan 271 min read


How to use the word "Enormous" | Vocabulary Boost | On Your Mark's English
Want to sound more natural in English? In this Monday Vocabulary Boost, we teach you how to use "enormous" to describe things that are truly huge.

Mark Connolly
Jan 262 min read


How to use "Have you ever" in English | Sentence Structure Sunday | On Your Mark's English
Want to start better conversations? In this Sentence Structure Sunday, we master the "Have you ever" pattern to help you talk about life experiences.

Mark Connolly
Jan 251 min read


Stop just "searching" and "choosing," and start sounding more natural! 🍎🚶♂️
Shopping is a great way to practice English! Join me for Saturday Story Time as we head to the market to learn two essential phrasal verbs for daily life.

Mark Connolly
Jan 241 min read


English Listening Practice: Electric Bike Vlog | Real English Story Time
Take a ride with me! Today's video is a casual "podcast" style vlog designed to help you improve your English listening skills through real-world storytelling.

Mark Connolly
Jan 231 min read


I Very Like vs I Really Like | Common English Mistakes | On Your Mark's English
Do you say "I very like English"? In this Thursday Common Mistakes lesson, we fix a frequent word order error and learn how to correctly emphasize your likes and dislikes.

Mark Connolly
Jan 221 min read


What does Under the Weather mean? | English Idioms for Beginners | On Your Mark's English
Do you feel a little bit sick? In this Wednesday Real English lesson, we learn the idiom "under the weather" and how it helps you sound more natural in English.

Mark Connolly
Jan 211 min read


How to use Am, Is, and Are | English Grammar for Beginners | On Your Mark's English
Are you confused about when to use Am, Is, or Are? In this Tuesday Grammar Made Easy lesson, we break down the most essential verb in English into simple, easy-to-remember rules.

Mark Connolly
Jan 202 min read


How to use "Require" in Business English | Vocabulary Boost | On Your Mark's English
Do you want to sound more professional at work? In this Monday Vocabulary Boost, we use our signature 3-step method to master the word "Require."

Mark Connolly
Jan 192 min read


How to use "No Matter How" and "No Matter What" | English Grammar
Do you want to sound more determined when you speak? In this Sunday Sentence Structure lesson, we break down the "No Matter" pattern to help you connect complex ideas.

Mark Connolly
Jan 181 min read


5k Running Idioms: Hit the Wall & Second Wind | On Your Mark's English
I’m chasing a sub-25 minute 5k! In this Saturday Story Time, we look at the idioms native speakers use to describe exhaustion, recovery, and success.

Mark Connolly
Jan 172 min read


How to use Follow-up Questions in English | Active Listening Tips | On Your Mark's English
Are your English conversations ending too soon? In this Friday English in Use lesson, we master two simple follow-up questions that will make you a better listener instantly.

Mark Connolly
Jan 162 min read


Discuss vs Discuss About | Common English Grammar Mistakes | On Your Mark's English
Do you use extra prepositions where they aren't needed? In this Thursday Common Mistakes lesson, we fix the errors "discuss about" and "contact with" once and for all.

Mark Connolly
Jan 151 min read


It's on the tip of my tongue | English Idioms for Memory | On Your Mark's English
Have you ever frozen in a conversation because you forgot a word? In this Wednesday Real English lesson, we learn the perfect phrase for that frustrating moment.

Mark Connolly
Jan 152 min read
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