What you get as a Plain English member
Here are the features that make Plain English the best way to study English online:
Lessons about the world
Over 250 audio lessons about current events, business, politics, technology, art, science, the environment and more. Never be bored studying English!
Included in: Forever Free, Starter, Plus
Choose your speed
Listen at a slower learning speed or at full native speed. Switch between the two speeds to train your ear to understand English at full speed.
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Live video calls
Never be confused by English expression again! Explore our library of over 250 audio lessons about English expressions, chock full* of real-world examples.
Included in: Plus
Full lesson transcripts
Don’t you hate hearing a word but not knowing what it is? We do too. That’s why all our lessons have full word-for-word transcripts online.
Included in: Forever Free, Starter, Plus
Expressions library
Never be confused by English expression again! Explore our library of over 250 audio lessons about English expressions, full of real-world examples.
Included in: Forever Free, Starter, Plus
Test your listening
Listen to a sentence and write down exactly what you hear. Then see how close you came to the correct words and spelling.
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Video tutorials
Do you ever get stuck trying to express a complicated idea? Our video lessons teach you how to express yourself in English and challenge you to apply what you learn.
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Community of learners
Learning is more fun when you’re learning with others! Connect with English students around the world in our lively and supportive forums. Jeff and JR are in the forums every day, too!
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Ask anything in English
Ask Jeff any question about English. It can be about a Plain English lesson or something you see or hear elsewhere. No topic is off-limits!
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Record your own voice
Improve your pronunciation by recording your own voice, listening to yourself, and comparing your pronunciation to Jeff’s.
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Informal speech
English is full of informal speech: slang, sayings, and expressions. Browse our library of 250+ “Learn the Lingo” definitions and sound like a native!
Included in: Forever Free, Starter, Plus
Skills courses
Let’s face it: studying is hard work. We’re here to help with mini-courses about English skills to help with your speaking, reading, writing, and listening.
Included in: Forever Free (basic courses), Starter (basic courses), Plus (all courses)
Writing practice
Build your confidence by writing. Answer questions, discuss the issues, and meet new friends in the supportive forums.
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Further reading
Like what you see? Read more about your favorite topics by following the links following each main lesson.
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