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English Lessons in Toronto

Did you know that about 4,000 words are added to the dictionary each year? The English language is dynamic and ever-changing, meaning that learning the language on your own can be challenging. But don’t worry: our native-speaking instructors have many years of experience guiding students to fluency and will give you tips and tricks to become proficient in English in a short time.

One in five people in the world can speak or at least understand English, and it’s the official language of more than 50 countries. This means that taking face-to-face or online English lessons in Toronto will help you communicate with millions of people worldwide, as well as in the city itself, where 85% of the population speaks only English.

With more than 2 million people able to speak English in Toronto, you’ll never run out of opportunities to put the skills you acquire in your English course into play. For instance, you can join one of the dozen exchange groups available in the city, such as the Talk With Language Lovers Meetup, where you’ll make new, like-minded friends who love languages as much as you do and want to practice their English.

What are you waiting for? Contact us at Listen & Learn and we will design interactive, tailor-made activities for you to acquire the language in a smooth and fun way! Get started with English lessons in Toronto and you’ll be able to speak to people from all over the world, from Alaska to Egypt!

The type of courses we offer:

Face-to-Face 1-to-1 (Individual) General English

These English lessons are more general in nature and are targeted at students with a whole range of different needs. While all beginners level students can expect to cover Survival English - required for short visits to a country where English may not be spoken and/or the intention is to make good contacts with the local population, students then generally progress in different directions depending on their needs. Typical students include those buying property overseas, spouses of overseas nationals, people about to set off on that long-awaited world trip, English culture enthusiasts and those who are keen to pass a particular English examination. Inquire now about our English Courses or Take A Free English Level Test

Face-to-Face 1-to-1 (Individual) Business English

These lessons in English are meant for those that feel that learning English would make a change in their work. For starters, it is expedient to learn how to say hello/goodbye, as well as basic business protocol; once the basics have been mastered, reading and writing come to the fore. Students who have greatly benefitted have been involved in import/export, international negotiations and acquisitions, jobseekers in multinational companies where another language is required, and those working in the international academia and government circuits. Even on our most fundamental beginner's lesson, students can anticipate ending the lesson with basic telephone English and e-mail English skills for communicating, as well as survival English if a short visit to the country is needed. Inquire now about our English Courses or Take A Free English Level Test

Face-to-Face Closed (Private) Group General or Business English

If there are 2 or more of you with the same level of English, the same targets within the language, and be able to study at the same time and location, then you'll be happy to know that these English lessons can also be made available for Two-to-One English Lessons or Small Group In-Company English Lessons. Listen & Learn do not generally recommend classes of more than 6-8 people, although Taster lessons in English can run with up to 12 people. Bookings must be made for all participants at the same time. Inquire now about our English Courses or Take A Free English Level Test

Skype, Google Meet or Zoom Online 1-to-1 (Individual) General or Business English

Your colleagues and yourself can be trained by our native-speaking fully-qualified English tutors at a time and location to suit you. Classes can take place any day, even weekends, and can happen in the morning, afternoon or evening. If the case may be that your home or office is not convenient, there is always the option to take your classes at the office of your teacher. Study books for the lesson are provided. Inquire now about our English Courses or Take A Free English Level Test

Skype, Google Meet or Zoom Online Group (Closed or Open) General or Business English

2 or more people can benefit studying English together as these English lessons are also offered to groups (Two-to-One English Lesson or Small Group In-Company English Lesson). Every student must have the same degree of knowledge of the language, the same business or language needs and the ability to study at the same time and place as everybody else. The booking has to be made for all students at the same time. Listen & Learn do not advocate group sessions of more than 6-8 people, though Taster English Lessons can be experienced by up to 12 people. Inquire now about our English Courses or Take A Free English Level Test

Top Tips For…

english Songs

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Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds - The Beatles

If you are looking to test your English with music, there is no better way to do so than by listening to The Beatles. Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds is a song that describes a girl and her eccentric activities as she moves around a city. This track is perfect for beginners, as it has a lot of repetitions and simple, everyday vocabulary. Its slow tempo will also make it easy for you to follow the lyrics and sing along! Additionally, you will get to practice a great variety of prepositions, like on, in, over, for, with, and more. Check out the song here!

english Songs

Can’t Stop This Feeling -Justin Timberlake

Justin Timberlake is one of the most popular pop singers in the world and his songs are catchy and easy to understand. So, you can use this song to learn some English vocabulary as a beginner or intermediate student of the language. Some terms the song mentions include “can’t stop the feeling,” “just dance,” “the feeling creeping up on you.” Also, it uses very simple grammar and the whole piece is written using the present-simple tense. Give the cheerful song a try and improve your English skills while lighting up your day! Check out the song here!

Wonderwall - Oasis

Are you looking to improve your listening comprehension in English and learn new vocabulary while enjoying great music? Then, you should certainly listen to Wonderwall by Oasis! This track is about an imaginary friend who will do anything to help the poetic persona to save him from himself. It’s best suited for upper-intermediate students, as you will learn the differences between the past-perfect, past-continuous, and past-simple tenses. Also, the song makes heavy use of contractions and informal expressions, such as “should’ve” or “gotta,” so it’s great for learning colloquial English! Check out the song here!

english Entertainment

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Thanksgiving Celebrations

You have surely heard of Thanksgiving (at least in the movies!), one is one of the most well-known American traditions. Every fourth Tuesday of November, Americans observe a large meal with their families (and sometimes a religious service) to commemorate the harvest feast shared by the English colonies with the indigenous Native Americans that lived in the area. The dishes of this national holiday usually feature turkey, pumpkin, potatoes, and cranberries, but many feasts differ from family to family and from culture to culture. The common factor is the objective of this meal: to share a moment with loved ones while giving thanks. Click here to learn more about Thanksgiving!

english Entertainment

ER - TV Series

With 15 seasons that spun from the 1990s to the 2010s, ER (the acronym of Emergency Room) is an absolute classic when it comes to American TV shows. The series is about a group of doctors and surgeons living in Chicago who save lives in the Emergency Room. In addition to being a great source for learning medical jargon (like “pulse-ox” or “GW” (gun wound)), the episodes will expose you to a lot of slang and colloquial expressions these doctors use to interact with each other. This TV series is suitable for every level of proficiency, as beginners can always use English subtitles to make sense of what is happening on the screen. Find here more information about this amazing series!

Star Wars- Movie

Star Wars is a huge franchise that comprises almost 20 movies, cartoons, and comics loved by millions of fans all over the world. It all started with three movies back in the 1970s and ‘80s. These main movie entries follow the Skywalker saga, especially Luke, who discovers he is a Jedi (the film universe’s equivalent of a knight who brings peace and order to the galaxy) and the son of one of the most well-known villains ever: Darth Vader. These movies are essential to see to not only learn English, but also a lot about American pop culture! Find here more information about this amazing franchise!

english Youtube Channels

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Jennifer ESL

Jennifer ESL is a channel run by an English teacher. Most of her videos are aimed at beginner students, though she also has resources for more advanced learners. She explains grammar in a fun and engaging way, and all her videos are categorized into playlists suitable for different levels of proficiency (beginner/elementary, intermediate, and advanced). Some of the topics she covers, for example, include subject-verb agreement and prepositions. Her manner is so professional and skillful that you will feel as though she is your own personal teacher! Further, she’s from the USA, so will help you develop your ear from the American English accent. Subscribe to her channel here!

english Youtube Channels

Business English Pod

If you are looking to learn English to improve your professional prospects, you should definitely check out Business English Pod. This is a weekly podcast that features ESL teachers who talk (and sometimes even teach) about topics relevant to those who want to learn English for professional reasons. For instance, you can find lessons on vocabulary in the field of economics or tips on how to ask for a raise without being impolite. The podcast, available on YouTube, is fast-paced and uses some jargon, so it’s best suited for advanced English learners. Subscribe to the channel here!

Britlish

Britlish is a great channel for people who like to learn a language through context, that is, words and phrases you need in specific places and situations, like at the airport, cinema, office, and more. This YouTube channel features different playlists organized by circumstance, and provides not only vocabulary lists, but also real-life conversations (such as being at the airport or at the supermarket) that are analyzed for intonation or grammar. As the name of the channel suggests, the hosts are British, so you should definitely subscribe if you are looking to learn this English variety. Subscribe to the channel here!

english Youtube Channels

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Jennifer ESL

Jennifer ESL is a channel run by an English teacher. Most of her videos are aimed at beginner students, though she also has resources for more advanced learners. She explains grammar in a fun and engaging way, and all her videos are categorized into playlists suitable for different levels of proficiency (beginner/elementary, intermediate, and advanced). Some of the topics she covers, for example, include subject-verb agreement and prepositions. Her manner is so professional and skillful that you will feel as though she is your own personal teacher! Further, she’s from the USA, so will help you develop your ear from the American English accent.

english Youtube Channels

Business English Pod

If you are looking to learn English to improve your professional prospects, you should definitely check out Business English Pod. This is a weekly podcast that features ESL teachers who talk (and sometimes even teach) about topics relevant to those who want to learn English for professional reasons. For instance, you can find lessons on vocabulary in the field of economics or tips on how to ask for a raise without being impolite. The podcast, available on YouTube, is fast-paced and uses some jargon, so it’s best suited for advanced English learners.

Britlish

Britlish is a great channel for people who like to learn a language through context, that is, words and phrases you need in specific places and situations, like at the airport, cinema, office, and more. This YouTube channel features different playlists organized by circumstance, and provides not only vocabulary lists, but also real-life conversations (such as being at the airport or at the supermarket) that are analyzed for intonation or grammar. As the name of the channel suggests, the hosts are British, so you should definitely subscribe if you are looking to learn this English variety.

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