All Ears English Podcast AEE 2465: One Word to Describe Your Rare Taste in English
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Aug 21, 2025 Discover the beauty of unique tastes in books and movies while learning to describe your interests. Explore the concept of 'obscure' and how it enriches language learning and social connections. Listen to personal anecdotes that illustrate the subjective nature of 'obscure' versus 'weird'. Dive into cultural perceptions, like the mate tea tradition, and understand the nuances in effective communication, especially during the hiring process. Embrace fluid conversations and enhance your English expression with relatable examples.
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Obscure Is Multi-Dimensional
- The word 'obscure' has multiple related meanings: not well-known, unusual, or hard to understand.
- Using it sounds slightly high-level and can make speech feel polished without being pretentious.
Matcha As A Personal Example
- Lindsay uses matcha as an example of a taste that's obscure to many people.
- They highlight travel foods and cultural items that feel obscure outside their origin.
Sounds Elevated But Recognizable
- 'Obscure' isn't everyday slang but listeners will recognize it and it sounds elevated.
- Michelle and Lindsay call it a useful word for higher-level vocabulary like IELTS Band 9.