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5 French Words Used In Canadian English: Social Vocabulary
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How many French loan words do you know in Canadian English? Do you know these ones, which are used in social situations…?
Anglophone, Francophone, Allophone
– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –
“Anglophone,” “Francophone” and “Allophone” are common words in Canadian English. Learn what they mean on our blog…
melting pot vs. cultural mosaic
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Canada does not prescribe to this concept of being a melting pot, for its societal structure is based on what is known as…
Game: “Suburbia”
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“Suburbia” serves as an effective and immersive language learning tool. By playing this game, you can practice and learn…
Profile: Manitoba
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Manitoba is one of four provinces that are located in the region of Western Canada. As such, it is equally a…
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April Fools’ Day In Canada
— B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) —
Every April 1st is a holiday in Canada that is equally observed by both the Anglophone and Francophone regions of the country. Do you know how Canadians celebrate this day…?
to love on
— C1-C2 (advanced) —
Phrasal verbs are often used in English communication, particularly in informal situations. This phrasal verb, “to love on,” is especially common among friends and family in real life, on social media, and in film. Typically, it refers to…
mother vs. mom vs. mommy
— B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) —
A common mistake that many English learners make is confusing the words, “mother,” “mom” and “mommy.” These words refer to the same person, but they do not mean the same thing…
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