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to have got vs. to have gotten
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

to have got vs. to have gotten

–B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

“To have got” does not mean the same thing as “to have gotten” in Canadian English, but it is common among language learners to confuse them. Do you know what the difference is? Learn here…

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SONG: “Washed”
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

SONG: “Washed”

– C1-C2 (advanced) –

A great way to celebrate the upcoming Easter holiday is by spending some time practicing your English with music, like…

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SONG: “Santa, Can’t You Hear Me?”
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

SONG: “Santa, Can’t You Hear Me?”

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

Kelly Clarkson and Ariana Grande come together to sing a beautiful Christmas song, which can help you learn English…

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Song: “The Fate of Ophelia”
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

Song: “The Fate of Ophelia”

– C1-C2 (advanced) –

Pop songs by artists like Taylor Swift offer much to learn and practice in the English language, including…

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Movie: “The Wild Robot”
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

Movie: “The Wild Robot”

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

There are many things that you can practice and learn in English while watching this movie, including…

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