Office vocabulary: names of office items, idioms & phrases

Today’s topic is office vocabulary. Every job has common phrases and expressions that are beneficial to know. Working in an office, regardless of the language you speak, necessitates specialized vocabulary.  Many of us work in offices, schools, and cubicles where such items are frequently encountered. Understanding how to discuss office equipment (along with other office…

How to get yourself started with speaking a language!

Think in English You’ll constantly have to translate between languages if you think in your native tongue and then try to speak English. Translating is not an easy task! Even persons who are fluent in two or more languages have difficulty switching between them. Thinking in English is the solution. You can do this anywhere,…

Cost of Living in Dublin for students

Is Dublin expensive? Dublin is a city with many benefits, but it is also not a cheap place to live. According to a recent study by The Economist, Dublin has one of the highest cost of living rates in all of Europe. Dublin is more expensive than places like Amsterdam, Berlin, Barcelona, and Milan but…

Why work in Ireland?

Ireland is a dynamic, international country with a promising future. Here are the main justifications for why working in Ireland might be the best choice for you. #1 THE HEALTHY JOB MARKET One of the youngest populations in Europe, Ireland’s people are highly educated, skilled, and multicultural. Additionally, it has one of the best educational…

Using social media as a language learning tool!

When asked about social media, the majority of teachers will likely say that it is the enemy of learning and should be avoided at all costs in the classroom. Memes, emojis, and poor spelling rule the day on social media like Facebook and Instagram, where the words “you’re” and  “your” are frequently used interchangeably, and…

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Infographic: Interesting Facts about the English Language!

English is a beautiful, complicated, fun and infuriating language all at once. If you’re thinking about learning English, it’s always good to know a little about the origins and history of the language you are learning. Here, Liffey College offers up our most interesting English language facts: Contact Liffey College today to learn more about…

The Importance of Networking as a Student!

Opportunity comes through relationship building. Yes. You should start networking right now! What is networking? To put it simply, networking is meeting and making contacts with other people. It is explicitly used to form business relationships and identify, create, or even pursue business opportunities such as expanding into international markets. Why is it important? Many…