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Learning colours is one of the first steps in building your English vocabulary. 🌈

From red roses and blue skies to green forests and yellow sunshine, colours help us describe the world around us.

How many of these colours do you already know in English? 🎨

Which colour is your favourite and why? Tell us in the comments below!

This word is used when talking about a place to stay, such as a hotel room, holiday rental, or guest house. 🏨

It's also one of the most commonly misspelled words in English because of all those double letters! ✍️

Which spelling is the correct one? Let us know in the comments!

How do you describe your daily routine in English?

Whether you “get up” early for work, “take off” your coat when you arrive home, or “clean up” after a busy day, these useful phrasal verbs are part of everyday life.

Try writing a sentence with one of these phrasal verbs and share it in the comments.

How many ways can you use the verb 'hold'?

From holding a meeting at work to holding a grudge against someone, this versatile verb appears in a wide range of expressions. It’s a simple word that forms many useful and meaningful collocations.

Which of these collocations do you use most often? Let us know in the comments!

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Study abroad, grow your career, or pursue new opportunities. The Oxford Test of English provides a trusted assessment of the language skills that can help you reach your goals.

How well do you know the months of the year in English? From snowy January to festive December, every month brings something unique!

Of course, the seasons and weather associated with each month can vary around the world.

Which month do you enjoy the most and why? Tell us in the comments below!

Planning a road trip or learning to drive in English? 🚗

Knowing the names of common car parts can make conversations about vehicles, maintenance, and travel much easier. This handy vocabulary guide will help you build your confidence behind the wheel and expand your everyday English knowledge!

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“Draw” is one of those verbs that can be used in many different ways - you can draw attention, draw conclusions, draw inspiration, or draw up a plan. It’s a useful verb that appears in both everyday and professional English.

Here are a few common collocations to explore:
Draw attention
Draw inspiration
Draw conclusions
Draw comparisons
Draw criticism

Which “draw” collocation is new to you?