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In this episode we talked about: 1. Staying in your comfort zone to improve grammar 2. Moving from memorization to improvisation for fluency 3. Focusing on what truly matters in conversations For notes on this and other episodes visit: www.createnglish.com/podcast The post createnglish 15/01/2025 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

In this episode we talked about: 1. The Key to Clearer English Speech 2. Learning Expressions for Better Speaking Fluency 3. How to Measure Real Progress in Learning English For notes on this and other episodes visit: www.createnglish.com/podcast The post createnglish 18/12/2024 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

In this episode we talked about: 1. How mispronunciation of key terms can affect professionalism 2. What job related words should be pronounced clearly 3. Examples and corrections 4. Mini practice quiz For notes on this and other episodes visit: www.createnglish.com/podcast The post createnglish 20/11/2024 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

In this episode we talked about: 1. How goal setting can help language learning 2. Saying the same in different ways: paraphrasing For notes on this and other episodes visit: www.createnglish.com/podcast The post createnglish 16/10/2024 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

In this episode we talked about: 1. How a rule in business can be used in language learning 2. Fun and humour in language learning 3. How to say “I think” in other ways 4. Improving slide presentations 5. A tip how to reduce the influence of your first language on your English For notes on this and other episodes visit: www.createnglish.com/podcast The post createnglish 19/06/2024 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

In this episode we talked about: 1. Things to check when learning a foreign language 2. What phrasal verbs you should learn first 3. When to review vocabulary 4. Can fun make language learning easier? 5. Four things to check for a slide presentation 6. How to find the time to practise For notes on this and other episodes visit: www.createnglish.com/podcast The post createnglish 22/05/2024 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

In this episode we talked about: 1. A personalized way to learn vocabulary 2. The importance of pronunciation improvement 3. When and how to use subtitles in movies to learn English For notes on this and other episodes visit: www.createnglish.com/podcast The post createnglish 24/04/204 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

In this episode we talked about: 1. Free Yourself From Fear of Fault 2. Fixing pronunciation with reference words 3. Make friends with grammar and shift from FORM to FUNCTION 4. Talent for learning languages? Is that important? For notes on this and other episodes visit: www.createnglish.com/podcast The post createnglish 28/02/2024 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

In this episode we talked about: 1. Can We Learn Business Expressions In A Fun Way? 2. What is speaking fluency in reality? How can I best build it? 3. A practical use of “actually” in conversations 4. Fluent thinking for better speaking fluency For notes on this and other episodes visit: www.createnglish.com/podcast The post createnglish 24/01/2024 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

In this episode we talked about: 1) How to collect new vocabulary to remember it easier? 2) How to sound more fluent using contractions 3) How to pronounce long words in English easily For notes on this and other episodes visit: www.createnglish.com/podcast The post createnglish 22/11/2023 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

In this episode we talked about: 1) Improving speech rhythm for clarity 2) How a student overcame speaking shyness 3) How to give better presentations For notes on this and other episodes visit: www.createnglish.com/podcast The post createnglish 25/10/2023 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

In this episode we talked about: 1) Tips for understanding spoken English easier 2) Building confidence in English with coffee-break style conversations 3) Saving audience listening energy with a simple pronunciation tip For notes on this and other episodes visit: www.createnglish.com/podcast The post createnglish 27/09/2023 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

Program contents: The Past Tense in “Your Old Love Letters” by Ricky Skaggs, a song with past tense verb forms The Crow and the Fox, a story with past tense verb forms vocabulary The post createnglish 02/02/2016 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

Program contents: elementary and pre intermediate level exercises listening comprehension with a converastion between Laura and Daniel about travelling story of “The Lion and the Mouse” (repeated), this time with sound effects and comments added answers for grammar questions given as homework in the November programme The post createnglish 01/12/2015 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

In this programe we – talked about three photograps briefly (see below) – checked the homework and did a new grammar point (nouns as adjectives) – listened to an interview with a student from Spain who went to a summer language camp in Ireland to study English. To see the photos described in the programme, go here: http://anglescreatiu.weebly.com/radio-blog The post createnglish 03/11/2015 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

The October programme of createnglish on Ripollet Radio offers: comments on summer holiday pictures vocabulary grammar an interview about a language camp in Ireland a questions and answers with Laura and Daniel in our kid’s block To see the photos described in the programme, go here: http://anglescreatiu.weebly.com/radio-blog The post createnglish 06/10/201 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

In June we took a look at the following highlights of earlier programmes we had throughout the year: grammar (difference between «like» and «as») pronunciation (pronouncing the «h») an interview, including comments about vocabulary used by the interviewee a conversation between two learners of English about Christmas the «making of» A Box, a children’s song recorded with an elementary school group an conversation between Laura and Daniel with comprehension tasks some examples of typical mistakes students make, with corrections «The Lion and the Mouse», a story adapted for elementary level learners The post createnglish 02/06/2015 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

We started with pronunciation, including a vowel comparison and a word-stress exercise, plus tips on how to soften the rolling “rrrr” sound for a smoother English “r”. Then we did some grammar about the Second Conditional, and checked the quiz answers for questions from the previous programme. Next we listened to part of a folk tale, the Stone Soup, and closed the programme with our Kids Block, including a song to learn the days of the week and a conversation comprehension exercise. For questions or suggestions get in touch with the radio programme or write an email to Gabor. You can find more details and materials here. The post createnglish 05/05/2015 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

In our Sant Jordi’s day special edition broadcast from the street we looked at some pronunciation, listened to a mini-chat with an Englishman, and read a story about the legend of St Jordi (St George). It was a Sunday with lots of people passing by and with stands in the street selling flowers, books and handicrafts among others. For questions or suggestions get in touch with the radio programme or write an email to Gabor. The post createnglish 19/04/2015 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

In April we did some pronunciation practice with sound difference recognition, followed by an interview with a tourist in Barcelona. Next we practised frequency adverbs and expressions, did some basic listening comprehension, and then I explained some grammar related to in case, in case of and just in case. After this I spoke about aspects of the First Conditional, and then I asked some quiz questions about animals, geography and others. In the Kids Block we had comprehension questions for pre-intermediate levels about a conversation on hobbies, and some comments about the expressions used in the conversation. If you are interested in participating in the programme as a student or you want your questions about English grammar, vocabulary or pronunciation to be answered, get in touch with the radio programme or write an email to Gabor. The post createnglish 07/04/2015 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

Our March programme begins with pronunciation and grammar points that some Spanish learners of English tend to confuse. Also, we listen to an interview made with a Hungarian anthropologist and researcher living in our community, followed by clips selected from a past interview with a student in order to check some more vocabulary and grammar points. In the Kids Block we’ve got an elementary level conversation that helps us focus on the importance of word linking in English, and as usual, some comprehension questions are asked and answered. If you are interested in participating in the programme as a student or you want your questions about English grammar, vocabulary or pronunciation to be answered, get in touch with the radio or write an email to Gabor. The post CreatEnglish 03/03/2015 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

We kicked off in the February programme pointing out the importance of short answers in English using auxiliary verbs. Next we listened to clips from an interview from the October programme in order to learn some useful expressions. Then, following a reading exercise and finding out the answers to the questions about the last part of the story “Bernat Horse” from the December programme, we continued with our Kids Block.. First, we listened to a singing session to learn a song with the participation of some school children, and finished the programme with an elementary level listening comprehension exercise. If you want your questions about English grammar, vocabulary or pronunciation to be answered in the radio programme, write an email to Gabor Find the texts and some of the vocabulary used in different parts of the February programme here. The post CreatEnglish 03/02/2015 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

Our December programme offers a variety exercises. There is pronunciation and grammar help, interviews with learners of English of different levels from elementary to high-intermediate. Two students talked about their Christmas holidays. In our Kids Block two schoolkids chat. You can learn new vocabulary and do some exercises as you listen to the interview. Then one of them sings a song for us, and I help him with pronunciation and some singing technique. In this programme we finished the tale Bernat Horse (Cavall Bernat), adapted from a traditional Catalan legend. If you listen, you will find out the answers I asked about the story last time, and also learn new vocabulary from this part. Just like in the previous programmes, I presented new vocabulary and asked the listeners comprehension questions related to the interviews and other listening parts. For questions and suggestions about the programme you can write to createnglish@gmail.com. The post CreatEnglish 02/12/2014 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

In our November programme you can find exercises for various levels, from elementary to high-intermediate. We started out with pronunciation, learning two ways of saying the letter “l” in English. Next, in our 1 minute question block, I explained the difference between the uses of “last” and “the last”. Then we listened to an interview with a learner of English who explained what she liked about the language. In this programme we opened a new block for children and young learners, with a dialogue between two school kids, and a mini-interview with one of them. We finished off with the second part of a tale adapted from a traditional Catalan legend called Cavall Bernat (Bernat Horse). Just like in the previous programmes, I presented new vocabulary and asked the listeners comprehension questions related to the interviews and other listening parts. For questions and suggestions about the programme you can write to createnglish@gmail.com. The post CreatEnglish 04/11/2014 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

In this programme we did pronunciation with a student, working on the letter «h» in English. We continued with our 1 minute question block to answer a couple of concrete questions from language learners. Then we had an interview with a crupier who works on a cruise ship, talking about his experiences. Finally we listened to the first part of a tale adapted from a traditional Catalan legend called Cavall Bernat (Bernat Horse). We also did vocabulary and comprehension questions through the programme. The post CreatEnglish 07/10/2014 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

In the first part of the programme, in our 1 minute question block, we spoke about the difference between “like” and “as”. Next we did some pronunciation practice with the help of a song, which pianist Jordi Romero and I had composed together. After announcing the main events for the week in Ripollet, I chatted with Jordi Jimenez Puig, director of the Veus del Vallés and the Coral Tradicional in Ripollet about music and his work in these two choirs. I encourage bands and musicians who write their own songs in English, or other artists who do their art in English, to contact me for an interview if they would like to talk about their music or art in future programmes. The post CreatEnglish 03/06/2014 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

In this episode we talked about: 1) Good old Small Talk 2) A student story: building confidence in speaking 3) Language learning and the gym – 3 student tips to help you stay in the game For more notes, guides and details on this program visit: https://www.createnglish.com/podcast The post createnglish 24/05/2023 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

In this episode we talked about: 1) What is progress in learning and how to measure it 2) Driving a car and learning English? 3) Do we improvise when we are speaking? You will find the notes and more detailed practice materials at createnglish.com/podcast. The post createnglish 26/04/2023 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

In this episode I give answers to: 1) What to do when motivation for learning drops and a simple tip on how to keep going 2) Clarifying a mistake about the use of the Present Perfect (since/for/ago) 3) How to reduce the influence of your 1st language on the way you speak English You will find the notes and more detailed practice materials at createnglish.com/podcast. The post createnglish 22/03/2023 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

In this episode we find answers to: How to deal with some challenges when learning English, such as being shy in conversations, the influence of the grammar logic of your 1st language on your English, time management for studying and motivation for learning. You will find the notes and more detailed practice materials for this episode here. The notes on previous episodes can be found here. The post createnglish 22/02/2023 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

In this episode we find answers to: How to practise speaking to improve fluency Vocabulary and pronunciation (solar energy related) How to give your opinion in a meeting (expressions for formal and everyday uses) You will find the notes and more detailed practice materials for this episode here. The notes on previous episodes can be found here. The post createnglish 25/01/2023 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

one-minute questions: availability / email attachments vocabulary focus: money song: vocabulary and comprehension interview: a short chat with a student​ The post createnglish 06/06/2017 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

In today’s program we learned about the following: – One minute question: used to versus usually – How to figure out the correct pronunciation of past tense regular verbs in English that end in «-ed» – Tips on vocabulary building In this podcast episode I explain these points and give you practical tips on them. You can find further details and practice materials that were not included in this episode here The post createnglish 23/11/2022 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

In this episode we listen to an interview I made with Luis Guillermo Albertinazzi, one of the founders of an interesting business project that connects users with professionals to solve various tasks. As usual, I ask questions along the way for you to answer, and also make some practical comments on my interviewee’s grammar use and pronunciation. You can find all the questions with the answers, together with additional comments on English grammar and pronunciation used in the interview here. The post createnglish 26/10/2022 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

In today’s program we talked about the following: 1. tips on fluency building 2. tips on presentations For written guides and more details visit: www.createnglish.com/podcast The post createnglish 28/09/2022 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

In this episode we are focusing on the following language learning points: difference between «food» and «meal» questions in English for business converting direct questions into indirect questions For more program details and related materials go to: https://createnglish.com/podcast/ The post createnglish 25/05/2022 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

In this episode we are focusing on the following language learning points: long words like «anniversary, communication, globalization, curiosity» reminder tips on learning tips on conversations a listening example More details and links to the program materials: https://createnglish.com/podcast/ The post createnglish 23/03/2022 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

In this episode we are focusing on the following language learning points: – How to pronounce «availability» – Grammar mistakes and corrections – Thoughts on learning vocabulary More details and links to the program materials: https://createnglish.com/podcast/ The post createnglish 23/02/2022 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

In today’s program we talk about the following: 1. One minute student question: purpose, proposal; propose 2. A reading comprehension task: Oscar in Rome 3. Family block: “What do you do on Monday?” – a song 4. Comments on a small talk sample conversation For written guides and more details visit: www.createnglish.com/podcast The post createnglish 22/12/2021 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

One minute students’ question: “are left” and “have left” «a» or «an» with jobs A grammar chant: «Have you ever … ?» Small talk: A sample conversation The post createnglish 24/11/2021 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.