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Let's Master Idioms, Similes & Metaphors

Learn every day phrases to help you speak like a native


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Price
£12 inc VAT
Study method
Online, On Demand What's this?
Duration
1.1 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
  • Reed courses certificate of completion - Free
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

Do you know the difference between an idiom, simile and a metaphor?

In this course we'll discover the main differences between all three and we'll look at some useful British idioms that can be added to your every day language to make you sound like a native speaker. We'll also explore the use of metaphors and similes in the English language, with some great practise exercises to help you harness their use!

Certificates

Reed courses certificate of completion

Digital certificate - Included

Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed

Curriculum

4
sections
16
lectures
1h 7m
total
    • 1: Introduction 00:52
    • 2: Idioms Pt 1 04:19
    • 3: Idioms Pt 2 04:06
    • 4: Idioms Pt 3 03:19
    • 5: Idioms Pt 4 04:05
    • 6: Idioms Pt 5 04:25
    • 7: Idioms Pt 6 07:05
    • 8: Idioms Pt 7 05:56
    • 9: Idioms Pt 8 04:20
    • 10: Idioms Pt 9 06:24
    • 11: Idioms Pt 10 05:47
    • 12: Idioms Pt 11 02:40
    • 13: Similes & Metaphors Pt1 04:13
    • 14: Similes & Metaphors - Let's Practice 04:12
    • 15: Recap 04:17
    • 16: Quiz 01:00

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Description

Understanding English idioms is extremely important when improving your English speech, because they require a deeper familiarity of the English language to comprehend what someone means when they use them in their conversation.

  • Using idioms shows familiarity with English. It demonstrates that you are comfortable with both formal language and informal colloquialisms.

  • Because idioms add imagery, using them can make your conversation more memorable.

  • Idioms can help you developed a relaxed, friendly tone.

This course is part of the “Let’s Master” course series, with the following courses also available to help you speak English confidently:

- Let’s Master Business English

- Let’s Master British Slang & Colloquialisms

- Let’s Master Idioms, Similes & Metaphors

- Let’s Master British English Pronunciation

- Let’s Master CV Writing

By the end of the course series, you will have developed the following skills:

  • Speaking English freely & naturally

  • Improved English pronunciation

  • Common mishaps for non-native speakers

  • Using idioms to sound native

  • Communicating with eloquence

Who is this course for?

  • ESL Learners
  • English as a second language
  • TEFL Students

Requirements

Students should be able to speak basic English

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