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British and American English share a language but not always the words. From loo vs restroom to trousers vs pants, these differences can trip you up — learn them here.
Discover the 7 phrases British people rarely say and the natural, local alternatives you need to sound like a true Londoner. Ready to upgrade your fluency? Let’s fix those common slips.
Planning to study English in London? This article explains what to expect before you arrive, from visa requirements and accommodation to living costs and cultural immersion. Discover how Speak Up London supports students with English courses, housing options, and social activities to help you make the most of your London experience.
Make 2026 the year you achieve your English goals. Use our practical English Language Checklist to assess your level, set clear objectives, and build confidence. Plus, enjoy a winter holiday gift — 30% off all English courses at Speak Up London, with the option to start anytime in 2026.
British accents can be tricky for English learners. This article explores five of the hardest accents, explains why they’re challenging, highlights famous speakers, and offers tips to help you understand and practice them, including YouTube videos and courses at Speak Up London.
Phrasal verbs power everyday English. Master these 15, learn how particles change meaning, and practise with short tasks you can use in real life.
Prepositions like at, on, and in may be small, but they make a big difference when talking about time and place. In this article, you’ll learn simple rules and see real-life examples to use them more naturally.
Confused by words like lend vs borrow or fun vs funny? You’re not alone! This guide clears up 10 of the most common confusing English word pairs, with clear explanations, pronunciation tips, and examples so you can use them like a native speaker.
Many learners confuse the Short-term Study Visa with the Student Visa. This guide explains the difference in plain British English and shows which visa is required for English courses at private language schools.
We’re celebrating a very special occasion here at Speak Up London — it’s our 13th birthday!
And what better way to celebrate than by giving you a gift — our amazing community of English learners around the world? We’ve created something you’ll love: a free downloadable guide called “30+ English Phrases to Sound Like a Brit”
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Moacir Gois
5 days ago
Olá! Gostaria de agradecer a escola por todo empenho e dedicação no ensino. Sou pai do aluno Arthur Gois, ele fez o curso de 7 semana em Londres e tenho certeza que foi uma grande oportunidade! Muito obrigado escola e aos professores!!!
Gerardo Kneeteman
a week ago
Desde el primer día, hasta completar mi curso específico, la atención, la amabilidad y la preocupación para que todo esté ok, es muy valorable. Los profesores de primer nivel. Estoy muy agradecido con todo el Team de SpeakUp 🙏
enzo nardone
a week ago
Sono dieci anni che vengo in questa scuola per un paio di settimane a febbraio e ogni volta rimango meravigliato di come tutto lo staff si impegni a farti sentire a proprio agio. Grazie di cuore a tutti voi e a presto