What’s the difference between braces and suspenders?

7th Jul 2022

This week we are looking at some words that are used differently in British and American English: braces and suspenders. braces In British English, braces can refer to a pair of straps worn over the shoulders for holding up the trousers. He also wore… Read More

Spanish word of the week: encantar

6th Jul 2022

This week's Spanish word of the week is 'encantar', a verb meaning 'to love'. Read More

French word of the week: baisser

4th Jul 2022

This series of weekly blogs takes a closer look at words from our French dictionaries. The word we're focusing on this week is the French verb 'baisser'. Read More

What’s the difference between street, road and lane?

30th Jun 2022

This week we are looking at a few words that could be confusing for some learners of English: street, road, and lane. street A street is a road in a town or large village, usually with houses or other buildings… Read More

Spanish word of the week: mano

29th Jun 2022

This week's Spanish word of the week is 'mano', a noun meaning 'hand'. Read More

French word of the week: plat

27th Jun 2022

This series of weekly blogs takes a closer look at words from our French dictionaries. The word we're focusing on this week is the French noun and adjective 'plat'. Read More

What’s the difference between cupboard, wardrobe and closet?

23rd Jun 2022

This week we are looking at some words which are sometimes confused: cupboard, wardrobe and closet. cupboard A cupboard is a piece of furniture with doors at the front and usually shelves inside. The kitchen cupboard is stocked with tins of soup. Read More

Spanish word of the week: contrario

22nd Jun 2022

This week's Spanish word of the week is 'contrario'. 'Contrario' is an adjective that means 'opposite; opposing'. Read More

Global Beatles Day

21st Jun 2022

This Saturday 25 June is Global Beatles Day. Yes, that’s right: such a worldwide influence have the Beatles had that a day in the year is devoted to them and their legacy. They were the soundtrack to the lives of many people… Read More