TOP-70 Telegram channels, groups, and bots to learn English for free
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Viktoriia Popova
For members of the IT community learning professional and spoken English is a must-have. The urgency for Ukrainians has increased since February, as a significant part of projects and businesses began to change vectors en masse to Western markets. The article contains TOP-70 Telegram channels that will help you learn English online at home, for free, and at your own pace.
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The collection will be useful for marketers, content, and SEO professionals, as well as for anyone who needs the language for work and communication.
Immerse yourself with us in the English-speaking community and culture of English-speaking countries.
Learning English is mastering 4 basic skills: speaking, reading, writing, listening/comprehension.
If you manage to successfully balance these four skills, you can consider yourself almost native😊
Study our list and choose a comfortable format and author for yourself. It is based on the number of subscribers (as of May 2022).
In the finale you'll find a BONUS! Read on — and get a classified list of channels by topic and task.
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Useful Telegram channels for everyone who learns English
194 264 subscribers
The authors use different formats of information: tables, diagrams, cards, pictures, texts to read, just words + translation, and more.
138 855 subscribers
Figurative words and expressions — idioms — are one of the most difficult parts of the study. For native speakers, they are understandable, and for those who are learning English this channel will come in handy.
119 603 subscribers
An interesting channel with the regular posting of educational content from grammar exercises to podcasts on how to understand the fast speech of natives.
109 154 subscribers
The idea of the channel is to read small interesting texts every day, which do not take much time even for beginners. Mix language learning and broadening of the outlook.
96 332 subscribers
A great selection of themed audio files for training Listening skills
95 564 subscribers
Selections of phrases for different life situations, terms, etc. are presented.
86 973 subscribers
The channel is focused on the middle level of English. Here are lists of synonyms and idioms, moments from movies, reading shots, and other materials to improve skills
71 632 subscribers
News channel from the American press brand.
69 274 subscribers
A positive channel for language learning. Focus on slang words and expressions that are not found in school textbooks and are actively used by native speakers.
68 641 subscribers
Short educational stories in English, can be used to improve skills.
67 882 subscribers
The channel’s administrators publish daily tips, stories, and podcasts, helping to improve reading, listening, and writing skills.
54 073 subscribers
Administrators of the Telegram channel for learning English give daily new vocabulary, explain the rules and meanings of popular phrases. And a summary PDF file is published every month.
52 672 subscribers
There are many audio and video materials with scripts and explanations that help to learn English.
52 253 subscribers
Classic Telegram channel with English words. However, here is not just an explanation of the meaning, but also an example of use in the sentence, + topic photo
51 164 subscribers
Grammar cards. Video, quizzes, audio, tests, books, and other materials.
50 603 subscribers
Professional English for IT representatives: programmers, online marketers, designers, and more.
48 422 subscribers
The content of the Telegram channel — phrase cards that help you better remember popular words, combinations, and expressions.
48 176 subscribers
Large vocabulary in the format of a classical dictionary: word — transcription — translation.
48 173 subscribers
Interesting and useful selections of movies and books in English. Choose materials according to your taste and level and improve your language skills.
46 739 subscribers
A channel for students who plan to take international English exams. Helps to increase and maintain the level of language proficiency.
44 168 subscribers
As the name implies, the Telegram channel focuses on the daily learning of new words. In addition to meaning, synonyms and antonyms are also given.
40 412 subscribers
Popular slang expressions with explanations. Useful for anyone planning to communicate with English-speaking foreigners.
35 883 subscribers
A great alternative to classes with teachers is to constantly read mini-texts in English. It is interesting, and we are expanding our vocabulary.
33 233 subscribers
Interesting language exercises and auditions, tasks and tests for learning English, unusual idioms and new words every day.
31 214 subscribers
The channel regularly updates the rules of grammar, makes daily posts with words and interpretation, as well as popular expressions and idioms.
30 509 subscribers
Learning English with humor. Interesting latest memes with translation.
30 108 subscribers
Words and expressions on a wide range of topics for everyday and professional communication.
25 378 subscribers
A selection of books in English with tags to mark the level of language proficiency.
24 749 subscribers
Traditionally for language learning Telegram channels here are daily tasks, tests, and theoretical moments. And unconventionally motivational appeals and memes are presented. And everything is in English.
23 178 subscribers
Greatest English Channels for learning English. Text idioms, stable expressions, slang vocabulary — all this is on the channel and will help you understand foreigners better.
22 137 subscribers
English teacher channel. The basic rules of the language are briefly and vividly explained.
20 967 subscribers
The authors of the channel use the word of the day method. Focus on idioms.
18 716 subscribers
Reading news from around the world in English not only opens your mind but also helps you to learn vocabulary and improve your language.
18 533 subscribers
Tests and exercises to repeat the rules of reading, grammar, vocabulary, and other sections of the language.
16 941 subscribers
For English reading lovers. Various magazines and other media materials are taught here in PDF format.
16 799 subscribers
Useful exercises, voice and video materials, texts, etc. Everything to train English comprehensive.
11 981 subscribers
English-language multi-format content with expert comments. Podcasts, tests, texts, etc. And also — moments from your favorite movies with analysis and translation of dialogues.
9 873 subscribers
Channel with interesting materials from the Ukrainian school for learning a foreign language (English). Professional approach and interesting tasks.
8 929 subscribers
Memes and funny pictures attract emotionally. And so the information. Namely, new words are better remembered.
8 850 subscribers
Channel with traditional idioms for a better understanding of the natives. Interesting explanations and stories of different catchphrases. This is what distinguishes this channel from others.
6 872 subscribers
Learn the language, perceiving a variety of interesting and convenient content: tests, words. rules, video.
6 694 subscribers
Channel with exercises and tasks for learning the language. Practice grammar, learn new words, and compose sentences correctly.
6 947 subscribers
Another channel with memes in English. Want to understand a joke — learn words and expressions.
6 315 subscribers
Different formats of useful information. From short tests to video podcasts.
6 083 subscribers
Interesting tasks, tests, and examples of the use of a word.
5 795 subscribers
The basis of language is grammar. The founders of the channel pay attention to it. Rules, words, and combinations are presented here together with test exercises. And allow increasing the level of mastery.
5 675 subscribers
Channel completely with tests. By the end of May 2022, there are already 900+ of them. Interestingly, after each test, the authors record the correct answer in video format.
5 281 subscribers
The Telegram channel American English File provides video instructions for learning the American version of the language.
5 065 subscribers
We study English paired with Ukrainian. Useful information, dictionary of words, phrases, idioms. Interesting formats and tasks.
4 802 subscribers
Every day one word and a link to a page from the Oxford Dictionary with its meaning. The best way to expand your vocabulary.
4 524 subscribers
New vocabulary every day. Focus on idioms, and interesting catchphrases.
4 175 subscribers
An excellent channel for learning English for visuals. For those who like to perceive video content. Many rules, meanings of words, and phrases are provided in streams.
4 058 subscribers
Telegram channel for the spoken and audio practice of English with native speakers and students from around the world. Different formats of information presentation.
3 529 subscribers
The channel periodically publishes exercises in English of various types. From test tasks (the correct option we see after the choice) to open-ended questions that need to be answered in detail.
3 103 subscribers
Business vocabulary and phrases from business life, as well as recommendations for communication and analysis of common mistakes.
2 853 subscribers
Every day you receive a notification with a single word, its translation, and transcription.
2 282 subscribers
New words, tests, and practical tasks. Everything is in the Ukrainian Telegram channel for learning English.
2 072 subscribers
Another channel focused on business vocabulary and everything related to doing business.
1 747 subscribers
The last posts on the channel were in 2017. However, here you can find texts to read with questions and tests.
1 729 subscribers
Talking Telegram channel for learning English focused on video content. Here, in the form of podcasts, the general rules of the language are discussed.
1 051 subscribers
The channel contains words of the advanced level. With explanations and examples of use in sentences. So, by viewing them daily, users improve their knowledge.
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The best Telegram groups for communicating in English
23 085 members
The group was created for informal communication in English with people from all over the world. Here you can learn more about different cultures from primary sources, as well as discuss the same issues in language learning.
13 482 members
Grammar group. Discussion topics are provided daily in which everyone can practice their writing skills. And the admins will give feedback on grammar.
11 534 members
A group for communication from the authors of the IELTS With Masters channel. Here, language learning tasks are taught and discussed, and active communication takes place.
5 774 members
Another useful Telegram group of English, where you can communicate with the natives. Attention is paid to details, idioms, language expressions, so that users can appreciate the beauty of language.
634 members
Group for communication in English.
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English word learning bots
Robot Andy will talk to you and help you learn English. The case where technology is at the service of people.
Linguo helps with translation. If you need to translate an English word into Russian (or vice versa), just send it to the bot.
The bot sends a few English words every day. With translation and transcription, and even in the form of a demonstration photo.
The bot searches for and corrects grammatical errors in English texts.
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Telegrams for learning English: by topics and tasks
FOR EDUCATION (exercises, tests, etc.)
- Английский с нуля | Английский язык, 194k
- IELTS With Masters, 119k
- English Speaking Course, 95k
- Improve Your English, 86k
- American English, 67k
- English Tips&Tools, 54k
- Cambridge Guys, 52k
- Английский для программиста, 50k
- Английский, 48k
- TOEFL, 46k
- English With Natives, 33k
- English Language, 30k
- Espresso English, 23k
- NotTheLesson, 22k
- Test your English, 18k
- Английский с Бартом, 16k
- English Radio, 11k
- Green Forest | Learning English, 9k
- Англійська мова, 6k
- 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡, 6k
- Английский? Легко!, 6k
- Live English, 6k
- American English File, 5k
- Engimproving, 4k
- English Learning Channel, 4k
- English Exercise, 3k
- Business English, 3k
- Англійська у сповіщеннях , 2k
- Enjoy Your English | АНГЛИЙСКИЙ, 2k
- Business English PRO, 2k
- IELTS United, 1k
- English Language Learning, 1k
GRAMMAR AND DICTIONARIES
- English Vocabulary | Vocabularies, 52k
- Learn English Grammar Cards, 51k
- English Phrasal Verbs, 48k
- Smart Vocabulary | English Words, 44k
- English Grammar Lucents Spoken, 31k
- English Vocabulary&Speaking, 24k
- Advance English Grammar, 5k
- 5 minute English Vocabulary, 5k
- Oxford Word of Day, 4k
- English grammar vocabulary, 4k
- English words' practice, 1k
IDIOMS (not the only textbooks)
- English Idioms, 138k
- Slang Bang! / Слэнг Бэнг!, 69k
- English Slang Words Terms, 40k
- English Idioms and Phrases, 20k
- Hot Chicks, 8k
- IDIOMS FOR YOU, 4k
FOR DEVELOPMENT AND ENTERTAINMENT (read, watch)
- Curiosity Tea™, 109k
- ENGLISH PODCASTS, 96k
- The New York Times, 71k
- English Stories Moral Novels, 68k
- Movies & Books in English, 48k
- English Short Stories, 35k
- Книги на Английском | Аудиокниги, 25k
- English Jokes, 30k
- CNN World News, 18k
- PDF Magazines - English, 16k
- Minute Memes, 8k
- Мемасный Инглиш, 6k
FOR COMMUNICATION
- English Chatting International, 23k
- The English Club, 13k
- English with Masters (group), 11k
- Let’s learn English, 5k
- Let's chat in English, 624
BOOTS
Telegram is an unusual and fascinating tool for acquiring knowledge in the modern world. The interactive platform allows you to transfer educational content in various formats. This promotes greater involvement, engages different types of attention and memory, and directs the process in an important direction. Use the opportunities of Telegram to learn English and reach the desired level in a short time.
