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16 articles
The ultimate summer guide to London
4 min read 4 min

When over 10% of the UK population lives in London, you can be absolutely sure that this creative ca...

50 things we love about the UK (and know you’ll love too)
9 min read 9 min

Delightfully diverse and bewilderingly beautiful, Britain has a unique charm that enthrals almost an...

A survival guide to American English
5 min read 5 min

You’re learning English. Great! As the most widely spoken language in the world, you’ll be able to c...

The ultimate summer guide to Brighton
4 min read 4 min

When the sun is shining, there’s only one place that Brits want to be: by the sea! Since the 1800s, ...

7 iconic TV shows to sharpen your British sense of humor
5 min read 5 min

The British sense of humor is characterized by a dry wit, like your mouth after eating a ton of spic...

6 British English phrases that make no sense
3 min read 3 min

Strop. Codswallop. Knackered. Just like the picture of a chair in the street above (no, we don’t get...

9 British slang words you need to know
3 min read 3 min

If there’s one essential thing you need to get a firmer grasp on UK culture, it’s knowledge of the s...

10 things you should know before moving to Brighton
4 min read 4 min

Brighton, baby! So, you’re thinking of moving to one of the UK’s most vibrant and exciting cities, c...

Rock ‘n’ roll is still a cornerstone of British culture – here’s why
4 min read 4 min

Picture this:You’ve just aced the last exam of the year, the gym hall doors burst open spontaneously...

10 British dialects you need to know
5 min read 5 min

If you’re learning English in the UK you might think you’ll come home with a perfect British accent ...

7 things to know about the British royal family
5 min read 5 min

Anyone who has lived in the UK will know that the royal family have a special place in British histo...

9 British place names that people always say wrong
4 min read 4 min

The UK is full of weird place names, and if you’re learning English in the UK and don’t know why Hol...