Ethan Strauss

As an English teacher in China for 8 years, Ethan has always been frustrated by the complaints from students that they have no help in learning English. This site is his attempt to solve that problem.





Fantastic Phrases
Like all languages, there are some fantastic idioms and slang in English that are sometimes hard to understand but essential to know if you want a full knowledge of the language

In this section we will be uploading created videos detailing these many of these phrases and discussing how and when to use them.

If there are any idioms or slang you want to recommned for the next Fantastic Phrase let us know!
Idioms of good
August 23rd, 2012
by Ethan


In today’s Fantastic Phrase we look at four idioms all using the word “Good” in some way. Listen, repeat after me and practice reading along to improve your English in a variety of ways!

Idioms of Art
May 6th, 2012
by Ethan


In this Fantastic Phrase we look at Idioms involving art or using the word art in some way. Hope you enjoy and learn a little!

Evil Idioms
March 22nd, 2012
by Ethan


In this episode’s Fantastic Phrase we look at four idioms all revolving in some way around evil. Listen and learn, then go out and use!

Fantastic Phrase Idiom of the Cat
February 18th, 2011
by Ethan


Today’s Fantastic Phrase is all about idioms of the Cat, from playing Cat and mouse and skinning cats, come learn today!

Fantastic Phrase - Idioms of the Dog
February 11th, 2011
by Ethan


In this Fantastic Phrase we look at 4 idioms all involving the dog in some way! Enjoy!

Fantastic Phrase - Idioms of the Head
February 4th, 2011
by Ethan


In this weeks Fantastic Phrase we will be looking at Idioms of the Head including Heads up, A good head on your shoulders and more!