New to English? Learning for work, travel, or fun? These guides will help you understand the tricky parts of English and build a learning routine that actually sticks. Every article is written by teachers and paired with free practice in the YoLingo app.
How to Learn English Idioms So You Actually Remember Them
Idioms don't translate word-for-word, which is exactly why they're so hard. Here's a five-step method that makes them stick.
August 1, 2026The Surprising History Behind 10 Everyday English Idioms
From ships and kitchens to old coins - the stories behind common English idioms reveal why they mean what they mean.
July 28, 2026A, An, The: A Simple Guide to English Articles
Articles are tiny words with big rules. This guide explains the logic behind "a", "an" and "the" - no jargon required.
July 24, 2026How to Build a Daily English Learning Habit in 15 Minutes
You don't need hours a day to make progress. Here's how to design a small, daily routine that compounds.
July 20, 2026In, On, At: Mastering English Prepositions of Time
The classic headache for learners, explained with one simple mental rule and lots of examples.
July 16, 2026Why Flashcards Work (and How to Use Them the Right Way)
Flashcards are powerful - but only if you use active recall and spacing correctly. Here's the science and the method.
July 12, 2026English Tenses Made Simple: Past, Present, and Future
You don't need to memorize every tense to speak well. Learn the core tenses and the patterns that connect them.
July 8, 2026How to Learn English Vocabulary 10x Faster
Stop re-reading word lists. Use these evidence-based techniques to remember more words in less time.
July 4, 202612 Common English Mistakes Learners Make (and How to Fix Them)
Small errors that make a big difference - and the quick fix for each one.
June 30, 2026Silent Letters in English: Why We Don't Say Every Letter
"Knife" has no /k/ sound and "hour" starts with a vowel. Here's why English keeps its silent letters.
June 26, 2026Phrasal Verbs: The Secret to Sounding Natural in English
Phrasal verbs are everywhere in real English. Learn how to approach them so they stop feeling random.
June 22, 2026What Is the Best Age to Learn a Second Language?
Children absorb languages effortlessly - or do they? What the research really says about age and learning.
June 18, 2026