Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson

911. FUNNY ENGLISH SIGNS 🪧 Explained (Part 2)

Dec 3, 2024

Dive into a delightful exploration of bizarre English signs that reveal unexpected humor and cultural quirks. From hotel etiquette that raises eyebrows to hilariously misguided translations, listeners are treated to a comedic dissection of language mishaps worldwide. Vocabulary insights offer essential terms with humorous examples, while discussions encourage audience engagement through shared signage experiences. Enjoy the light-hearted journey through the absurdities of English communication!

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The podcast discusses the humorous aspect of poorly written English signs from around the world and how intentional corrections can clarify their meanings.

Listeners learn about vocabulary explanations related to funny signs, enhancing their language skills while enjoying the comedic elements.

The episode emphasizes the cultural variations in language use, demonstrating how humor can bridge communication gaps across different regions.

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Intro

2min

Lost in Translation: The Humor of Misguided Signs

26min

Strange Hotel Etiquette: Lobby vs. Room

5min

Lost in Translation: The Humor of English Signs

20min

Vocabulary Insights: Contractors and Courtesy

8min

Podcast Conclusion and Advertisements

3min

(Part 2 of 2) Let's continue where we stopped in the last episode, by going through the rest of my list of funny English signs 🪧 from around the world. These signs are badly-written and have unintentionally funny double meanings. I will read out the signs, then explain what is funny and offer corrections to make the signs clearer. I will also explain vocabulary in the process. PDF available.

📄 Get the PDF here 👉 https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/911.-FUNNY-ENGLISH-SIGNS-Explained-Part-2.pdf

🔗 Episode page on my website 👉 https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/12/03/911-funny-english-signs-explained-part-2

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