A1Beginner
Introducing yourself
Say hello, give your name and where you're from, and keep a first conversation going with simple, friendly questions.
Speaking12 min
Free English lessons from A1 to C2
Find your way to confident English.
Clear lessons, quizzes with instant feedback and vocabulary flashcards for every level. Start where you are and see your progress at every step.
- Lessons
- 12
- Words to learn
- 48
- Levels
- 6
Learning paths
Start at the right level
Every lesson is labeled with a CEFR level, the international scale used by schools, employers and exam boards around the world.
- A12 lessonsBeginnerUse everyday phrases, introduce yourself and ask simple questions about people, places and things you know.See lessons
- A22 lessonsElementaryTalk about your routine, family, shopping and local area, and handle short, simple conversations.See lessons
- B12 lessonsIntermediateCope with most travel situations, describe experiences and plans, and give reasons for your opinions.See lessons
- B22 lessonsUpper intermediateFollow complex texts and fluent conversations, and explain your point of view on a wide range of topics.See lessons
- C12 lessonsAdvancedUnderstand long, demanding texts and express yourself fluently and flexibly at work, at university and socially.See lessons
- C22 lessonsProficientUnderstand almost everything you hear or read and express yourself precisely, even on complex subjects.See lessons
Six skills
Practice every part of English
Grammar and vocabulary give you the building blocks. Reading, writing, speaking and pronunciation help you use them with confidence.
- GrammarClear explanations of how English works, with examples you can reuse straight away.3 lessons
- VocabularyWords, phrasal verbs and idioms taught in context, so they are easier to remember.2 lessons
- ReadingGraded texts with questions that build your reading speed and understanding.2 lessons
- WritingModels and step-by-step guides for emails, essays and everyday writing.2 lessons
- SpeakingUseful phrases and strategies for real conversations, from small talk to debates.2 lessons
- PronunciationSounds, stress and rhythm explained simply, so people understand you the first time.1 lesson
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Popular lessons to begin with
One lesson from each stage of the journey. Each one ends with a short quiz, so you can check what you learned straight away.
- B1Intermediate
Present perfect or past simple?
I've lost my keys or I lost my keys? Understand when English connects the past to now, and when a finished time needs the past simple.
Grammar20 min - C1Advanced
Disagreeing politely and diplomatically
Soften your opinions, disagree without causing offense and keep discussions friendly with the phrases fluent speakers really use.
Speaking18 min
How it works
A simple routine that builds real progress
- 1
Find your level
Take the free level test. It takes about ten minutes, and you don't need an account.
- 2
Learn one idea at a time
Each lesson explains one point in plain English, with examples you can reuse straight away.
- 3
Practice and review
Check yourself with instant-feedback quizzes and flashcards, and keep track of the lessons you finish.
Word of the day
recover
/rɪˈkʌvər/verb
To become healthy again after an illness or injury.
It took him two weeks to recover from the operation.
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Study guides and tips
Practical advice on building a routine, remembering vocabulary and getting ready for exams.
Study tips7 min readHow to build an English study routine that actually sticks
Twenty focused minutes a day beats a three-hour weekend cram. Here is a simple, realistic plan for building a habit you can keep.
Levels explained6 min readUnderstanding the CEFR levels: what A1 to C2 really mean
You've seen B1 and C1 on course books and job ads, but what can you actually do at each level? A clear guide to the six CEFR levels.
Grammar8 min read10 common mistakes English learners make (and how to fix them)
From “I am agree” to “informations”, these are the errors teachers see every day. Learn why they happen and how to avoid them.
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Take the level test and get lessons matched to you.
In about ten minutes you'll get an estimated CEFR level, a breakdown of your answers and the best lessons to start with.
