Speak Better English with Harry

Speak Better English with Harry

Advanced English learning. The best podcast to learn English. Short English lessons with an experienced native English teacher. Most beneficial for intermediate to advanced English learners. Join to become a confident English speaker. Visit www.englishlessonviaskype.com to check out my advanced English intensive courses, online English lessons on Zoom/Skype, online English courses and much more!

Episodes

June 11, 2025 14 mins

Learn 10 advanced business English collocations to help you speak more naturally and professionally at work. This lesson will show you how to manage meetings, give feedback, shift topics, and express concerns using the kind of language fluent speakers use in real business settings. These are practical phrases that help you avoid common mistakes and sound more confident in discussions, presentations, and workplace communication.

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Want to sound more natural when talking about what will happen? This English episode focuses on natural phrases to discuss future events, express your opinions, and make informed guesses. Improve your English vocabulary and speaking fluency for everyday situations, professional meetings, or when preparing for English proficiency exams like IELTS, TOEFL and CAE. 

You'll learn how to talk about topics like the weather, sports, an...

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Learn how to sound incredibly natural when discussing skills and talents in English. In this episode, I'll teach you authentic phrases and expressions that native speakers use every day. If you've been searching for ways to improve your fluency and speak more like a real English speaker, this is the perfect guide to help you master common phrases and truly improve your vocabulary. 

This episode is for anyone who wants to c...

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Many English learners find it hard to know when to use miss and when to use lose. Do you say you missed a chance or lost it? Can you lose time or do you miss time? In this episode, you’ll learn how to use both verbs correctly in everyday English.

We look at real situations from daily life, work, and the news. You’ll hear how native speakers use these phrases and how to avoid the mistakes that make your English sound less natural.

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Want to improve your English vocabulary and learn how to describe pictures, photos, and images more clearly? In this episode, you’ll learn useful English words and phrases that native speakers use when talking about visuals.

If you're preparing for an English exam like IELTS or CAE, or just want to sound more fluent in daily conversation, this lesson will help you speak and write with more confidence. You’ll learn how to descri...

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Struggle to find the right word in English? You can still sound fluent. In this episode, you’ll learn how to sound more natural when speaking English. You’ll discover how native speakers talk when they don’t know the exact word or want to keep things general. These words are simple but very common in everyday conversations.

This lesson is perfect for intermediate and advanced learners who want to feel more confident in real-life sit...

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Improve your English with this episode on phrasal verbs used in everyday conversations. These expressions are perfect for talking about people, emotions, and social situations.

You’ll learn how native speakers use phrasal verbs naturally when expressing support, disappointment, or reactions in daily life. Clear examples and explanations help you understand the meaning and use of each one.

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This epsiode teaches you advanced English vocabulary to describe how people speak in real-life situations. Instead of always using simple verbs like 'say' or 'tell,' you’ll learn more precise English verbs that help you express tone, feeling and intention — just like native speakers do.

These speech verbs will improve your English skills for both spoken and written communication. They’re especially useful for stu...

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Struggling with English conditionals? This lesson explains all the main types: zero, first, second, third, and mixed conditionals. You’ll learn how each structure works, when to use it, and how to avoid common mistakes.

Perfect for B1 to C1 learners, this lesson covers real-life examples so you can use conditionals naturally when speaking or writing. Whether you're preparing for an exam like IELTS or simply trying to sound more...

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This English vocabulary lesson helps you learn natural words and phrases for describing movement — ideal for speaking fluently and improving your English for conversation, writing, or exams. It’s designed for intermediate and advanced learners who want to build stronger vocabulary, understand how native speakers use everyday English, and prepare for exams like IELTS, CAE, or TOEFL. You’ll explore real-life language that boosts flue...

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Struggling to understand everyday English phrases? In this episode, you’ll learn natural expressions used by native speakers and how to use them in real-life situations. These common English phrases often come up in conversations, TV shows, and daily life. You’ll hear short stories and clear explanations to help you remember what they mean and when to use them.

This episode is great for intermediate and advanced learners who want to...

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If you’ve struggled to remember English vocabulary, this method makes it easier. In this episode, you’ll learn English naturally through a short story and discover how advanced vocabulary works in real context. Instead of memorising word lists, you’ll hear practical English used the way native speakers speak—making it easier to understand and remember.

This episode is ideal for intermediate and advanced English learners who want to ...

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Want to expand your vocabulary and sound more natural in English? This episode covers essential English expressions for eating that will help you speak more fluently and confidently. You'll learn natural phrases that native speakers use every day, making your English sound more natural and engaging.

These everyday expressions are useful for conversations, exams like IELTS, TOEFL, or CAE, and improving your fluency in real-life ...

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In this episode, you'll learn 10 essential English phrases that will help you in your professional conversations. Communicating in formal discussions can be tricky. 

These phrases are commonly used in business meetings, negotiations, and formal discussions, so they’ll help you sound more natural and confident in professional settings. 

If you want to improve your business English, participate more effectively in meetings, or sim...

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This episode explains prepositions of place, time, and movement with clear examples, making it easier to use them correctly. Prepositions can be confusing, even for advanced English learners. Many people struggle with when to use in, on, or at, and small mistakes can change the meaning of a sentence. 

You will learn how to choose the right preposition in common situations, including why we say on the bus but in a car, and how meanin...

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This episode will help you sound more fluent and confident in conversations. Most English learners say the same thing when they need food, but native speakers have many natural ways to express hunger. This English lesson is great for students who already know some English and want to improve their vocabulary.

You’ll learn practical phrases used in British English, including polite alternatives and common slang. These expressions wil...

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How do you describe sounds in English? This episode will help you expand your vocabulary with useful adjectives for different types of sounds and noises. Whether you’re preparing for an English exam IELTS, CAE or TOEFL or just want to sound more natural, learning the right words will make a big difference.

You’ll hear real-life examples and explanations to help you understand how to use these words correctly. By the end of the lesso...

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Do you want to sound more fluent and natural in English? In this episode, you’ll learn expressions that native speakers use in everyday conversations—especially when talking about friendship. These idioms will help you improve your speaking skills, making your English sound more confident and effortless.

If you're preparing for IELTS, TOEFL, or CAE, mastering these expressions will also improve your listening comprehension. Nat...

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Want to sound more natural and confident in English? In this episode, you’ll learn 33 practical English phrases that will help you in daily conversations, whether at work, in meetings, or in everyday life. These natural phrases will make it easier to cancel or reschedule plans, ask for opinions, explain things clearly, and handle tricky conversations without hesitation.

If you’re preparing for an English exam like IELTS, TOEFL, or C...

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In this episode, you’ll learn 12 advanced English nouns that will help you express your emotions more naturally and accurately in conversations. Many English learners use the same basic words, but today, we’ll introduce you to more advanced vocabulary that native speakers use.

Understanding and using the right words for emotions will make your English more expressive and help you communicate with confidence. Whether you're lear...

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