Identificar y describir ocupaciones

1- Jobs and occupations expressions In previous modules, we introduced definitions and vocabulary related to the topic “Jobs and Occupations” There are some expressions used when talking about jobs and occupations:   Examples: To ask: What is your job?  To answer: I work as a (job or occupation) in (place of work/ company). To ask: What do you […]

Trabajos y Ocupaciones

1- Jobs and occupations Job and occupations are very important issues to think about because in the future, we´ll spend a lot of our time doing this every day. We always have to keep in mind that the occupation we choose should make us really happy. First let´s understand the meaning of the concepts “Jobs […]

Uso de palabras compuestas

1- Compound words When two words are used together to yield a new meaning, a compound is formed. Compound words can be written in three ways: as open compounds (separated words e.g., ice cream), closed compounds (two words joined to form one word, e.g., earthquake), or hyphenated compound words (two words joined by  a hyphen, […]

Vocabulario temático: Education and Lifelong learning

1- Education and lifelong learning Education can be defined as the process of receiving or giving systematic instruction, especially at schools or universities and lifelong learning is the process of gaining knowledge and skills throughout your life, often to help you to do your job properly.   1.1- Vocabulary There are some words and phrases […]

Describiendo el arte: Vocabulario temático

1- Describing art Urban art is highly popular nowadays. This term combines street art and graffiti and is often used to summarize all visual art forms arising in urban areas. Although urban art started at the neighbourhood level, where a lot of people of different cultures live together, it is an international art form with an […]

Tipos de artistas: Vocabulario temático

1- Types of artists Art is the expression or application of human creative skill and imagination, into producing works that are appreciated primarily for their beauty or emotional power. It is the wide variety of human activities that expresses the author’s emotions and ideas. Some people say that art is a product that is made with […]

Fiestas de la Independencia: Vocabulario Temático

1- Independence Day Celebrations People of different nations commemorate their Independence Day in a lot of unique and fun ways. Sometimes, these holidays are the best time of the year to party with the locals and to learn about their history and culture.    1.1- Mexico, D[ia de la Independencia (September 15th– 16th) You will definitely realize […]

Saludos del mundo: Vocabulario temático

1- Greetings around the world A handshake is a warm, go-to greeting in many Western countries when you meet with a friend or go to a business meeting. This greeting, of course, can vary from place to place, and if you take the time to learn how local people greet each other, you can make meaningful […]