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common courtesy
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common courtesy

– B2-C2 (upper-intermediate to advanced) –

Being polite varies from region to region, culture to culture, and even language to language. As such, it is important to…

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Mother’s Day
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Mother’s Day

– B2 (intermediate) –

Every second Sunday of May is a national holiday in Canada called, "Mother’s Day.” This holiday is…

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mother vs. mom vs. mommy
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

mother vs. mom vs. mommy

– B1-B2 (intermediate) –

In North American English, these words mean the same thing, but they are not used in the same ways…

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food for thought
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food for thought

– C1 (advanced) –

In North American English, this idiom typically means…

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Song: “Daughters”
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Song: “Daughters”

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

“Daughters” by John Mayer is an acoustic pop ballad. It is not only easy to listen to, but it can also…

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father vs. dad vs. daddy

— B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) —

A common mistake that many language learners make is using the word, “daddy,” when it is not appropriate. “Daddy” does not mean the exact same thing as “dad” or “father.” It’s meaning changes based on context: your age, the age of the person you’re speaking to…

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melting pot vs. cultural mosaic

— C1-C2 (advanced) —

There are many different types of multiculturalism. You may have heard of one type, the melting pot, but that does not describe the multiculturalism that exists in Canada. Do you know what type describes Canadian society?

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5 Indigenous Words Used In Canadian English, Part I

— C1-C2 (advanced) —

This has been one of our most popular blog posts for several months now. Learn what five Indigenous words Canadian English has borrowed and uses in everyday life. But don’t stop there! There is also a Part 2 and 3, where you can learn 10 more Indigenous words common to Canadian English….

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