Learning English : 10 Mistakes English Learners Make

In this episode of Everyday English Talk, Emma and Jake dive deep into the 10 most common mistakes English learners make, and they break everything down in a simple, friendly, and practical way. If you are currently Learning English, this episode will give you clear explanations, real examples, and helpful tips that you can use immediately. The goal of our podcast is to make Learning English feel natural and enjoyable, not stressful or overwhelming.

Throughout this episode, you’ll hear Emma and Jake discuss grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary, and everyday expressions that English learners often get wrong. They explain not only what the mistakes are—but also why learners make them and how to fix them. Whether you're Learning English for school, work, or personal growth, this conversation will make the process easier and more fun.

One of the main ideas repeated in this episode is the importance of thinking in English instead of translating from your native language. This is a skill that takes time, but with the help of a conversational podcast, it becomes much more achievable. Emma and Jake demonstrate how small, consistent corrections can dramatically improve your speaking skills while Learning English.

This episode of our podcast also highlights the value of listening and repeating—sometimes called “shadowing.” This is one of the best techniques for Learning English because it helps you match your pronunciation, rhythm, and tone to natural speech. You'll hear Emma and Jake model useful phrases and show you how to repeat them correctly.

Another topic they explore is the difference between spoken and written English. Many learners focus only on textbooks and forget that real-world conversations can be very different. That’s exactly why this podcast was created—to give you natural exposure to everyday English conversations while Learning English at your own pace.

Emma and Jake also explain common grammar mistakes such as mixing up verb tenses, forgetting plural endings, or misusing negative structures. These errors are incredibly common among students who are Learning English, and hearing them explained in a friendly podcast format makes the corrections easier to remember.

Vocabulary mistakes are another big topic. Many learners use direct translations that don’t match native usage. In this episode of the podcast, Emma and Jake give clear, simple examples of how to replace unnatural phrases with more natural ones. This is one of the biggest keys to sounding fluent while Learning English.

Pronunciation is another area where mistakes happen often. English spelling doesn’t always match pronunciation, which can confuse anyone Learning English. Emma and Jake talk about mispronounced words and demonstrate how to say them correctly. This is one of the major reasons people love this podcast—you get real audio practice, not just text.