Spelling in English is, well, crazy. English has words from several different languages, and also has its own rules, so spelling is actually a separate subject in American elementary schools. I wanted to highlight a great resource for learning some rules in English spelling, that will help you develop your writing skills. More than that, it will help you develop your reading skills because the lessons teach you about how the spelling should be pronounced. 

https://www.really-learn-english.com/english-spelling-rules.html

I'd like to know which of the lessons was the most useful for you. Also, what other resources and techniques have you used to learn how to spell in English?

I want to let you know about a new course I have here on Italki. If you answer “yes” to one or more of these questions, this is for you:

Are you at an intermediate to advanced level?

Are you having problems knowing what is stopping your English progress?

Do you have problems staying motivated?

Do you want help to know what you should focus on first?

Here is the corse description. If the course is for you, go to my profile and choose the “English Freedom” course. I hope to see you in class. Also, use this discussion or send me a message if you have questions.

It’s time for you to understand what is imprisoning your English and move forward so you can have true English success. Here is what you will get:

1 session to discover the things that are keeping your English in a cage, the first step to being free.

1 Session to experience the secret to being more motivated.

1 worksheet to take action and get that motivation.

1 session to set English goals that will take you forward.

1 session to plan how you can meet your English progress goals.

A written plan based on the discussion for your reference.

1 follow-up session to check your progress.

Feedback on your English, and guidance on what you should focus on right now.

Hello,

This discussion is for English practice, but I would also like an opinion about a feature I wish this site had. If Italki started offering group classes, would you take them? What about teachers? Would you want to teach small group classes? Of course there would have to be a different link to sign up, and teachers would have to set different prices, but I personally think this would be a good idea. What about the rest of you?

Holly

Hello,

Almost everyone likes food. So I was wondering, what is your favorite food? I like to hear about food from other cultures.

For me, one favorite food is pasta with alfredo sauce. I especially like Nocci. I hope I spelled that right.

Hi,

What is the most interesting thing about the American culture? Why does it interest you?

Hi,

i have been curious lately about legends. What I would like to know is: does your country have any legends about mermaids? You know, the creatures living in the sea that are half fish and half human. If your country has one of these, please tell me a little about it. Thanks.

Hi,

Grammar lessons are so boring . Well, most of the time. What do you think would make them more fun?