All Ears English Podcast AEE 2312: Them’s the Breaks! When to Throw Out Grammar Rules
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Nov 27, 2024 Discover the humorous irony of procrastination through a playful role-play scenario. Dive into informal grammar as the phrase 'them's the breaks' is explored, revealing its cultural significance. Hear anecdotes celebrating regional dialects and idioms that enrich conversation. The charm of breaking standard grammar rules is discussed, emphasizing how flexibility adds richness to the language. Enjoy a lively debate about accepting life's mishaps through casual expressions that resonate with everyday vernacular.
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FedEx Errands
- Lindsay McMahon needs to go to FedEx to drop off papers.
- Aubrey Carter jokes that this is expected of a "high-powered CEO".
Noticing "Them"
- Listeners will likely notice the phrase "them" before nouns more now.
- It's common in informal speech and some dialects.
Intentional Grammar Mistakes
- "Them's the breaks" is an idiom, not just a dialectal feature.
- Older films often use such grammar to depict characters or time periods.