Getting started with our free resources

Getting started with LearnEnglish

LearnEnglish is for adult learners who want to improve their English language skills online. All the learning materials on LearnEnglish, including audio recordings, videos and interactive exercises, are free of charge and no account is needed to access them.

If you would like to take our free online English level test, write comments on the site, save your favourite pages and get our monthly newsletter, please sign up for a free LearnEnglish account.

Find materials for your level

Find out your English level

You can take our online level test to get an approximate indication of your English proficiency level. You can use the test result to help you find resources on our website that are appropriate for your English language ability.

Find materials for your level

Find materials for your level

You can explore the different sections of the site to find materials that are suitable for your English level. You can also use the Free resources page to find content by language level, by section of the site or by topics that interest you.

Activate your English

Activate your English

With a free LearnEnglish account you can practise your English skills in the Learning hub by writing comments, making recordings and sharing photos. You will improve your language level by activating the English you know and interacting with other learners.

Tips for making the most of LearnEnglish

Welcome to LearnEnglish. If you want to learn English for free, you've come to the right place! Here are some suggestions for improving your English here.
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Take some time to explore the site

There are hundreds of pages, so visit the different sections and see what kinds of materials are available.

Practise English every day

Find time during your regular day to speak English. Speak with a friend, colleague or even just yourself!

Keep notes on vocabulary

Make notes about useful words and phrases. Organise them by topic and test yourself regularly.

Register and participate

Register for a free account and interact with other users and teachers on all pages with learning materials.

Use suitable resources to meet your learning goals

Explore the different sections of the site to find resources to help improve your English.

Skills

Skills

Improving your skills will help you use English more effectively so that you can do well in your studies, get ahead at work and confidently communicate in English in your free time.

  • Practise and improve your speaking, listening, reading and writing
  • Learning materials organised by language level (CEFR A1–C1)
English Grammar

English Grammar

By revising and practising your grammar, you will increase your accuracy and confidence in English and improve your overall language level.

  • Clear and simple grammar lessons with interactive practice exercises
  • A grammar reference helps to explain the verb tenses and grammar rules
Vocabulary

Vocabulary

Learning new words helps you to increase your understanding and express yourself clearly in English.

  • Learn new words at your level
  • Vocabulary organised by topic
  • Practise spelling and using the new words in a variety of contexts
Business English

Business English

Studying business English allows you to develop skills that are useful in many working environments.

  • A variety of activities to develop your skills and learn about up-to-date business topics
  • Specially designed tasks to help you understand and use language skills
General English

General English

Improving your knowledge of everyday English helps give you the confidence you need for socialising with friends and colleagues.

  • Wide range of reading, listening and language practice activities
  • Interesting articles for you to read about special days and global issues
  • Videos on a range of topics with materials to improve your comprehension

Take the next step with our online classes and courses

We offer a selection of online classes and courses for all budgets to help you improve your English speaking, listening, reading and writing skills in a safe and inclusive environment.