English Makes No Sense
10 Confusing English Word Pairs ESL Learners Always Mix Up (With Examples!)
28 Dec 2025
Do you ever stop mid-sentence and think, “Is this the right word?”You’re not alone — and it’s not your fault.In this 10-minute ESL podcast episode, we break down the top 10 most confusing English word pairs for ESL learners and explain them in a way that finally makes sense.In this episode, you’ll learn:✔️ The meaning of each word✔️ The part of speech (noun, verb, adjective, etc.)✔️ Clear example sentences you can use immediately✔️ Simple rules to stop mixing these words up in real conversationsWe cover common problem pairs like:say vs tellhear vs listenmake vs doborrow vs lendbring vs takelose vs loose…and more.This episode is perfect for intermediate ESL learners (B1–B2) who want to:speak more confidentlyavoid common English mistakessound more natural in everyday and workplace conversations🎧 Listen, practice, and replay anytime you need a confidence boost.#EnglishMakesNoSense#LearnEnglish#ESLPodcast#EnglishVocabulary#ConfusingEnglish#EnglishGrammar#SpeakEnglish#EnglishListening#AmericanEnglish#EnglishFluency#ESLLearners#EnglishTips#EnglishPractice
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