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Idiomatic Expressions: Get In vs. Get On
To GET IN…or…To GET ON? What is the difference? These idioms mean to enter or board a vehicle. But how do you know when to use GET IN and when to use GET ON? The difference comes down to just how we enter the vehicle. I usually explain this by asking a student a simple
Homonyms and Homophones
One of the most confusing things you run into when learning a foreign language are homonyms and homophones. A homonym is one of two or more words spelled and pronounced alike but with different meaning. An example of this is the word “bear”. One definition of this word is to carry, bring, transport, move, convey,
Visit the Zoo and Other Interesting Places with Your Teacher
Using English in the Real World is a core component of our method at Cincilingua. By having students experience English in a fully Immersive Environment, students not only learn faster, but also learn to use English in scenarios they are likely to encounter in their daily lives. In Cincilingua’s NEW Live & Learn Program students
Enjoying Cincinnati While You Are Here
Cincilingua provides a unique learning experience for our students. Not only do you learn English grammar, vocabulary, idioms, pronunciation, etc… but the city of Cincinnati has many cultural activities where you can observe and participate in historical, multi-cultural, and modern celebrations. Cincinnati has a number of public parks that provide nature programs throughout the year.
Understanding Humor in English Shows Your Level is Improving
I’ll never forget the student from Latin America who came to English class one morning and said to me, “Last night I dreamed in English!” I became very excited. “That’s wonderful!” I exclaimed. “If you are dreaming in English, that means you are really learning the language!” “Yes,” he replied, “but I didn’t understand anything!”
Verbs With Similar Meaning
Steal and Rob are English verbs with similar meanings. To take someone’s property illegally or without permission. However, despite their similarity in meaning, steal/rob are used in different situations and cannot be used interchangeably. “Rob” is a regular verb – rob, robbed, robbed. You can rob a person or a place. Examples: The man robbed
Cincilingua Students See Real Progress While They Are Here
One of the best moments for a Cincilingua teacher is when a student comes into class and says with excitement: “Yesterday I was able to talk with the taxi driver!” or “Last night I watched a movie without subtitles and understood most of it!” or something similar. It is rewarding to watch a student really
Visiting Mt. Adams While You are in Cincinnati
If you come to Cincinnati to study English at Cincilingua, you will be impressed by its picturesque beauty. The city is built on hills that remind some visitors of San Francisco, and the buildings are nestled among trees. One such area that stands out is Mount (Mt.) Adams, just east of downtown. In this unique
Cincilingua Helps You Speak the Language
Has anyone ever said to you something like, “Well, I took two years of Spanish in high school, but I don’t speak it.” Have you ever said it yourself? At Cincilingua, we want to make sure this doesn’t happen. From the time you begin your lessons, you will begin using your new language. Your teacher
Explore Cincinnati with Your Teacher
Let’s go for a tour! Visiting a place of interest with a Cincilingua teacher will be the perfect way to pick up new expressions during your Live & Learn Program. You will meet new situations and find unexpected ambient vocabulary. Exploring the city in the afternoon class will allow you to gain some real world
Cincinnati, Ohio
Cincinnati, Ohio. That is all that I knew about the city when my sister moved here in 1993. Where in Ohio? No idea. When I moved here with my daughters in 1995, I was very pleasantly surprised. Cincinnati is a very friendly place. People are helpful. Cincinnati is also a city of many fine cultural
Special Usage
Certain verbs in English appear to mean the same thing, but they are not interchangeable. For example: win – won – won/ beat – beat – beaten: “The Cincinnati Reds won the game. They beat the St.