The ABC School of English Blog

The London Underground is often called the Tube because of the shape of the tunnels. The London Underground is one of the oldest metro systems in the world, opening in 1863. When the Central Line Railway opened in 1900, it was called the Twopenny Tube,...

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1. Set clear goals Define what you want to achieve with your English learning, whether it's improving your speaking, writing, reading, or listening skills. Having clear goals will keep you motivated and focused. 2. Create a study routine Establish a...

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When learning a new language, it helps to immerse yourself in it and what better way than by watching films? As well as giving you the opportunity to learn new words through the script, the use of music will solidify your knowledge. Plus, it’s...

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Now that you are in London to learn and improve your English language skills, it is a fantastic opportunity to explore this amazing city. London dates back to Roman times when it was called Londinium. Back then the population was quite small, but today...

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English isn’t the most widely spoken language in the world – that honour goes to Chinese and Spanish – but it is the third most spoken language, with around 373 million native speakers and 1.35 billion speakers overall. English is also the most studied...

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It is important to learn English and there are several reasons to consider: Global Communication English is often referred to as the "global language" because it is widely spoken and understood across the world. It is the primary language of...

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Music festivals in London London is known for hosting various music festivals throughout the year. Some of the famous music festivals in London include: Wireless Festival: Wireless Festival is a popular urban music festival held in London. It features...

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From its birth as a Germanic dialect spoken by a small tribe to its current status as a global lingua franca, the English language has been through many evolutions. There are many factors that shaped its development over the centuries, and the...

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With so many students from around the world registering to learn English at ABC School located in Covent Garden, we thought it would be interesting to tell you a bit about the history of the area in which the school is located. This is important to us...

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How do you say hello in British? If you’re learning English, it’s important to understand the different greetings used in the UK, as they can vary depending on the context and the relationships between the speakers. In this post, we’ll explore the...

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