Odd One Out
Four words appear. One doesn't belong. But which one — and why? There's often more than one right answer, which is where the real speaking starts.
Vocabulary
Justification
Categories
Two Truths & A Lie
Write 3 statements about yourself. Speak about all 3 as if they're true. Can you keep a straight face? Can the listener spot the lie?
Fluency
Past Tenses
Storytelling
Speed Definitions
A word appears on screen. Explain it without saying it — like Taboo. The timer is running. How many can you get through in 2 minutes?
Paraphrasing
Circumlocution
Vocabulary
Story Chain
5 random words appear. You have 60 seconds to tell a story using all of them. Then 5 more words drop — and the story has to continue.
Improvisation
Narrative Tenses
Coherence
The Keyword Builder
Type your own keywords. Watch related words ignite on the page. Pick the ones you want, build a word map, then speak from it. Your vocabulary, your speech.
Vocabulary
Word Maps
Fluency
Bid, Fix & Flip
You have $500. Ten sentences — some broken, some perfect. Bid on the ones you think have errors. Win money or lose it. Then flip: argue both sides of a debate.
Error Correction
Debate
Accuracy
The Ranking Game
8 items on screen. Drag them into your ranking. Then justify your top 3 and your bottom 3. Compare with a different ranking and argue your case.
Opinion
Justification
Comparing
Alibi
Where were you last night? Build a detailed alibi story — times, places, people. Then face cross-examination. One inconsistency and you're caught.
Narrative Tenses
Detail
Quick Thinking
Fact or Bluff
6 surprising statements appear — 3 are real, 3 are invented. Guess which is which. Explain your reasoning. Then debate the real ones.
Critical Thinking
Speculation
Discussion
The Pressure Cooker
A random scenario appears — two opposing roles, one conflict. Both of you play. Halfway through, a twist changes everything. 16 scenarios, never the same twice.
Negotiation
Role-Play
Improvisation
The Time Traveller's Auction
8 of history's greatest inventions go up for auction. You have $1,000 to spend. Buy what you think matters most — then pitch your purchases back to the teacher.
Persuasion
Strategy
Evaluation
The Black Box
6 sealed boxes with something real inside — a law, a fact, a phenomenon. Reveal clues, guess what's inside, then argue about whether it's fair, smart, or terrifying.
Speculation
Opinion
Critical Thinking
Stress Shift
Same sentence, different stress, completely different meaning. Tap a word to stress it — then explain what changes. Both people take turns choosing which word to stress.
Pronunciation
Sentence Stress
Meaning
Sound Alike
Phrases that sound identical at full speed — "I scream" vs "ice cream." Listen, distinguish, then decode sentences written as they actually sound in fast English.
Pronunciation
Connected Speech
Listening
The Shade
Slim, skinny, scrawny — same meaning, totally different feeling. Rank synonyms from positive to negative. Pick the right shade for each situation. Speed round at the end.
Vocabulary
Connotation
Nuance
The Lie Detector
Answer the question — truth or lie, you choose. The detective gets 2 follow-up questions to probe your story. Then swap roles. 20 random questions, score tracked.
Speaking
Fluency
Quick Thinking
The Dilemma
An impossible moral choice. Take a position. Then argue the opposite. Then a twist changes everything. 10 dilemmas, randomly selected, never an easy answer.
Speaking
Argumentation
Critical Thinking
Tone Shift
Same phrase, four emotions. "That's really interesting" — said genuinely, sarcastically, suspiciously, surprised. One person picks a tone secretly. The other guesses.
Pronunciation
Intonation
Emotion
Chain Reaction
A small event happens. Then what? Then what? Each person adds a consequence in 20 seconds. How far can you push the butterfly effect before it collapses?
Speaking
Conditionals
Improvisation
Collocation Clash
Make a mistake or do a mistake? Strong coffee or powerful coffee? Quick-fire collocation battles, confusable pairs, and the weird logic behind English word partnerships.
Vocabulary
Collocations
Accuracy
Split Second
An either/or choice. 10 seconds to pick AND justify. Then the other person argues the opposite — even if they agree. Rapid gut decisions, forced argumentation.
Speaking
Fluency
Argumentation
The Register
Same message — said to your best friend, your boss, a child, or a stranger. Completely different words every time. Say it four ways. Guess the audience. Register roulette.
Speaking
Register
Pragmatics
The Headline
Bizarre real news headlines. Speculate what happened, then reveal the true story. You won't believe what actually happened — but it's all real.
Speaking
Speculation
Narrative
The Courtroom
The lawyer asks yes/no questions only. The witness answers honestly but reveals as little as possible. 2 minutes per case. Can you crack the truth?
Speaking
Questions
Deduction
The Conspiracy
Four real, verified facts. Connect them into one wild conspiracy theory. Then tear your own argument apart. Build it up, knock it down.
Speaking
Argumentation
Critical Thinking
The Translator
Foreign idioms translated literally into English. "To hang noodles on someone's ears"? Guess the real meaning, then find the English equivalent.
Vocabulary
Idioms
Culture
The Upgrade
Take a boring everyday object. Add a creative constraint. Pitch your ridiculous improvement to a sceptical investor. Dragon's Den meets improv.
Speaking
Persuasion
Creativity
The Negotiator
Two role cards with conflicting goals. You have 10 minutes to reach a deal. Persuade, compromise, push back — but the clock is ticking.
Persuasion
Register
Diplomacy
Devil's Advocate
State your opinion. Now argue the exact opposite for 2 minutes. Then bring both sides together into a balanced conclusion. Forces nuance — no shortcuts.
Concession
Nuance
Discourse
The Press Conference
You're a public figure in a crisis. CEO after a scandal. Politician after a policy failure. 6 tough questions. Respond diplomatically under a timer.
Hedging
Register Control
Pressure
English Conquest
Risk-style world domination. Conquer territories by answering vocabulary, grammar, idioms, and false friends questions. Streak bonuses, continent rewards, and an AI empire fighting back.
Vocabulary
Grammar
Idioms
Strategy
Hot Takes: My First Words
Full-support version for very weak speakers. Tap an opinion, read the exact words out loud, build a tiny conversation. No cold talking — every sentence is given.
Opinion
Speaking
Scaffolded
Hot Takes: Music & Dance
Full-support A1. Songs, singers, dancing. Tap an opinion, read the words out loud, build a tiny conversation.
Opinion
Speaking
Scaffolded
Hot Takes: Food & Sweets
Full-support A1. Pizza, chocolate, dinner. Tap an opinion, read the words out loud, build a tiny conversation.
Opinion
Speaking
Scaffolded
Hot Takes: Animals & Pets
Full-support A1. Cats, dogs, scary spiders. Tap an opinion, read the words out loud, build a tiny conversation.
Opinion
Speaking
Scaffolded
Hot Takes: Clothes & Style
Full-support A1. Colours, clothes, make-up. Tap an opinion, read the words out loud, build a tiny conversation.
Opinion
Speaking
Scaffolded
Hot Takes: Friends & Family
Full-support A1. Friends, family, parties. Tap an opinion, read the words out loud, build a tiny conversation.
Opinion
Speaking
Scaffolded
Hot Takes: Phones & Films
Full-support A1. Phones, videos, games, films. Tap an opinion, read the words out loud, build a tiny conversation.
Opinion
Speaking
Scaffolded
Hot Takes
A simple statement appears. Agree or disagree in 30 seconds. Then argue the opposite. Easy English, big debates.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Food
Statements about meals, cooking, and what we eat. Argue your corner, then flip sides.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Family
Statements about families, parents, and growing up. Take a side and defend it.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: School
Statements about school life, teachers, and learning. Pick a side, then argue the other.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Friends
Statements about friendship and how we connect. Defend your view, then flip sides.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Animals
Statements about pets, animals, and how we treat them. Argue your view, then flip.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Sport
Statements about sport, exercise, and competition. Pick a side and argue.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Holidays
Statements about holidays and travel. Argue your view, then flip sides.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Technology
Statements about technology and how we use it. Take a side, then flip.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Weather
Statements about weather and seasons. Pick your side and argue.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Hobbies
Statements about hobbies and free time. Argue your corner, then flip.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Music
Statements about songs, instruments, and how music feels. Argue your view, then flip.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Clothes
Statements about style, comfort, and what we wear. Pick a side, then flip.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Money
Statements about saving, spending, and what really matters. Argue, then flip sides.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Health
Statements about exercise, sleep, and feeling well. Defend your view, then flip.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Cities
Statements about city life and small towns. Pick a side and argue.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Shopping
Statements about shops, markets, and online buying. Argue your view, then flip.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Transport
Statements about cars, bikes, buses, and trains. Pick a side and argue.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Films
Statements about cinema, the sofa, and a good story. Argue your corner, then flip.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Books
Statements about pages, screens, libraries, and stories. Pick a side, then flip.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Sleep
Statements about beds, naps, dreams, and mornings. Argue your view, then flip.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes
A statement appears. Agree or disagree in 30 seconds. Then argue the opposite side. No fence-sitting allowed.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Identity
Bold statements about names, accents, culture, and who we are. Argue your corner, then flip sides.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Money
Provocative claims about wealth, spending, and success. Defend your position in 30 seconds, then argue the opposite.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Food
Spicy opinions on eating habits, cooking, and food culture. Take a stand, then switch sides.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Relationships
Controversial views on love, friendship, and social life. Make your case, then flip to the other side.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Work
Bold claims about careers, office life, and ambition. Argue for 30 seconds, then defend the opposite.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Health
Divisive statements about fitness, wellbeing, and the body. Defend your view, then switch sides.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Education
Challenging opinions about schools, learning, and knowledge. Take a position, then argue the other way.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Technology
Provocative claims about tech, AI, and the digital world. Make your argument, then flip sides.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Travel
Strong opinions about tourism, culture shock, and exploring the world. Defend, then switch.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Environment
Contentious claims about climate, nature, and sustainability. Argue your corner in 30 seconds, then go again.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Gender
Thought-provoking statements about gender roles, expectations, and society. Take a side, then argue the other.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: AI Era
2026 takes on AI agents, AI relationships, AI bosses, and the work the machines are about to do. Pick a side. Flip it.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Climate
Geoengineering, carbon taxes, fewer children, eating meat. Bold claims about the planet — argue, then argue back.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Sport
VAR, e-sports, sportswashing, footballer salaries. Spicy opinions about the games we watch and the money behind them.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Cities
Car-free centres, the 15-minute city, tourist taxes, gentrification. Take a side on the future of urban life.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Privacy
CCTV, encryption, real names, facial recognition. Provocative claims about who watches whom — and why we let them.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Parenting
Phones for kids, only-children, helicopter parents, paying for chores. Strong claims about how we raise the next generation.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Music
Streaming pay, AI songs, festivals, autotune, vinyl nostalgia. Bold opinions on what music is becoming.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Fame
Influencers, deepfakes, cancel culture, royal families. Provocative claims about celebrity in 2026 — defend, then flip.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Beauty
Cosmetic surgery, anti-ageing, filters as cigarettes, beauty privilege. Sharp claims about how looks rule the room.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Belief
Religion, atheism, astrology, secular holidays. Argue the corner you actually live in — then argue the one you don't.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Animals
Zoos, pets, lab meat, hunting, dolphin rights. Provocative claims about the animals we eat, keep, and ignore.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Justice
Death penalty, AI judges, drug laws, jury trials, white-collar crime. Strong opinions about how we punish — and shouldn't.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Conflict
Pacifism, conscription, drones, peace deals. Hot takes on war, peace, and the messy ground between them.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Art
AI art, NFTs, modern art, public funding, graffiti. Bold claims about what counts as art — and what definitely doesn't.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Language
English dominance, accents, dialects, swear words, Esperanto. Strong opinions about how we speak — and who decides.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Loneliness
Solitude, isolation, modern disconnection, and the company we keep. Argue your corner, then flip sides.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Failure
Risk, ruin, recovery, and what losing actually teaches us. Defend your view, then argue the opposite.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Nostalgia
Rose-tinted memory, the good old days, and the past that never quite was. Take a side and argue.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Ageing
Wrinkles, wisdom, and what comes with the years. Argue your view, then flip.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Forgiveness
Grudges, apologies, second chances, and what gets to be forgiven. Pick a side, then flip.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Boredom
Empty hours, restless minds, and whether boredom is a waste — or essential. Argue, then flip.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Power
Authority, corruption, leadership, and who really pulls the strings. Defend your corner, then switch.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Tradition
Old customs, family rituals, and the traditions worth keeping — or dropping. Pick a side, then flip.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Heroes
Who deserves admiration, who just gets it, and what makes a hero in the first place. Argue, then flip.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Time
How we spend it, kill it, save it, lose it. Argue your view of what time is really for, then flip.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Authenticity
Performed selves, curated identities, and the cult of being yourself. Argue your corner, then flip.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Meritocracy
Talent, effort, inherited advantage, and the flattering stories winners tell. Defend a view, then argue the opposite.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Honesty
White lies, hard truths, candour, and what we actually owe each other. Take a side, then flip.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Risk
The safety paradox, calculated risks, and the dangers we never name. Argue, then argue the opposite.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Suffering
Hardship, endurance, character, and what suffering does and doesn't teach. Pick a side, then flip.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Status
Hierarchy, signalling, status anxiety, and the thing we crave but won't admit. Argue, then flip.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Loyalty
Commitment, complicity, and where standing by someone tips into something worse. Defend a view, then switch.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Ambition
Drive, restlessness, and what we quietly sacrifice in its name. Argue your corner, then flip sides.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Hope
Optimism, denial, false hope, and the limits of what we should hope for. Take a side, then argue the other.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Hot Takes: Doubt
Hesitation, conviction, and the doubts we resist the longest. Argue your corner, then flip.
Opinion
Fluency
5 min
Word Sniper
A category appears. Take turns saying one word that fits. Hesitate, repeat, or miss — and you lose the round.
Vocabulary
Speed
5 min
One Word at a Time
Build a story together — one word each. A prompt sets the scene. You have 60 seconds. Rate the chaos at the end.
Improvisation
Creativity
5 min
The Elevator Pitch
An absurd product. 45 seconds to pitch it like a billion-dollar startup. Then face 2 tough investor questions.
Persuasion
Creativity
5 min
Verbal Tightrope
Speak for 60 seconds on a topic — but 3 obvious words are banned. Get caught using one and you lose the round.
Circumlocution
Lexical Range
5 min
The Comeback
An awkward situation. 15 seconds to deliver the perfect response — witty, diplomatic, or devastating. Rate each other.
Pragmatics
Quick Thinking
5 min