Learning

31 May 20233 mins read
Why is it TikTok, not TokTik?
Clare Henderson, teacher at Bell Cambridge, explorers the complex rules of English adjective order and 'ablaut reduction', exploring the hidden rhythms in everyday language.
Read more15 January 20212 mins read
“The world is your oyster”
Find out about the famous phrase "The world is your oyster", and learn about its history, how and when we use it in the English language.
Read more2 November 20202 mins read
The language of coronavirus: Is there a silver lining?
Has coronavirus affected our lives in even more ways than we think? Teachers Ken and Clare have been looking into a more positive impact of the pandemic.
Read more12 October 20204 mins read
Gradable and non-gradable adjectives
How much do you know about gradable and non-gradable adjectives? Learn more and test your knowledge with our interactive quiz.
Read more1 October 20206 mins read
Expand your vocabulary with prefixes
Why not expand your vocabulary with the use of quick and easy prefixes? Learn more about them and test your knowledge with our interactive exercise.
Read more24 September 20206 mins read
How to use a mind map to learn new vocabulary
We've got a trick that could help you learn your vocabulary faster (and more successfully). Find out more about how a simple memory technique can help you creatively learn, memorise and easily recall new vocabulary.
Read more11 September 202010 mins read
5 TED talks to watch before starting your language course
At Bell, we are dedicated language enthusiasts. It’s a passion. So here are a few suggested talks to get you feeling motivated, energised and 'ready to go'.
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