Speak Better English with Harry

Speak Better English with Harry | Episode 461

Dec 13, 2023

Learn important English phrases to talk about physical appearance in a more detailed way. Explore different types of hair, describing physical appearances, and the meanings of various physical features. Discover how to effectively describe physical attributes using descriptive terms.

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Collocations for different hairstyles and hair conditions such as 'cropped hair', 'disheveled hair', and 'coarse hair' were discussed.

Collocations for describing facial complexion and physical features such as 'sallow complexion', 'fair complexion', 'haggard face', 'pointed face', and 'bushy eyebrows' were provided.

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Collocations for Describing Hair

This podcast episode discusses collocations that can be used to describe different hairstyles and hair conditions. For example, 'cropped hair' refers to hair that is very short and looks like it was cut unevenly. 'Disheveled hair' describes messy hair that appears tousled or unkempt. 'Coarse hair' refers to thick and hard-to-brush hair that lacks a specific style.

Introduction

2min

Types of Hair and Describing Them

2min

Describing Physical Appearances

3min

Physical Features and Their Meanings

4min

Physical Appearance and Descriptive Terms

5min

In this episode, you'll learn important English phrases that will help you talk about physical appearance in a more detailed way. This vocabulary is useful for real-life situations and can also help you if you're getting ready for exams like IELTS, TOEFL, or CAE.

We'll go beyond basic descriptions and focus on phrases that will make your English sound more natural and fluent, just like native speakers. You'll learn how to describe facial features, hair, and body structure in a way that captures the details.

The goal is to make you feel more confident and comfortable when expressing yourself in English, whether you're having a casual chat or a more formal conversation in English.

By the end of the episode, you'll be able to speak and write confidently about physical appearance in English. Improve your English skills and start expressing yourself like a native speaker!

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