Chunks of language

What is a chunk? 

A lot of students usually ask this question when they see this word for the first time. However, they unconsciously use them when they speak or write in English.

We can say that a chunk of language is a common phrase or clause, that is to say a piece of speech, that we use with a specific purpose, such as to show understanding between speaker and listener.

Some examples are: 'you know', 'or something'.

The following video provided by Cambridge English explains perfectly what a chunk is:

Do you use chunks in your daily speech? Could you add more examples?

The Phrasal Verbs Machine - App

Wow!!! This free App is amazing!!! My students love it!! :)

I recently came across it while surfing the net and I immediately downloaded it.

It's a free App that you can download in 4 different devices (IPad, IPhone, Tablet Android or Smartphone Android). The Great Phraso teaches a wide range of phrasal verbs with pictures, so you can learn them easily within a context. You are provided with written examples and also with exercises to be completed online.

I strongly recommend it! ;)

Cambridge English Speaking Test - Virtual Reality

I love this fantastic newness!!! It's a great way to improve speaking skills!!


Cambridge English has created the idea of watching 360 degree speaking test videos in Cardboard.

To experience the virtual speaking test yourself, click on http://www.cambridgeenglish.org/beta/360/


Students in my school will practice it shortly :)

Write & Improve

Write & Improve is a wonderful free service for those learners of English who want to practice and improve their written skills.

Just choose a topic, submit your written work and receive instant feedback. It will check your spelling, vocabulary and grammar in seconds and suggest ways to improve your writing.

To know more, visit their web page: https://writeandimprove.com/?lang=en-GB

Writing English has never been so fun!