In this lesson, you'll learn how to use reporting verbs to make your spoken English sound more natural, precise and advanced.

We'll look at common reporting verbs such as admit, apologise, promise, suggest, recommend, warn, and remind, and I'll explain the grammar patterns that follow each one with clear examples. Chapters and practice exercises ⬇

By the end of the lesson, you'll know:
• how reporting verbs are used in spoken English
• which verbs are followed by that-clauses, infinitives or -ing forms
• the differences between common reporting verbs
• how to sound more natural and accurate when speaking English

Whether you're preparing for a Cambridge exam, IELTS, or simply want to improve your English, this lesson will help you use reporting verbs with confidence.

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00:00 Introduction to Reporting Verbs
00:45 Offer, Promise, Agree, Refuse, & Threaten
03:29 Advice, Warn, Remind, Encourage, Tell, & Order
07:01 Admit, Deny, & Apologise
11:06 Suggest & Recommend
11:56 Advise vs Suggest vs Recommend
16:10 Reporting Verbs + That-clauses

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