English Like A Native Podcast Your English Five a Day #16.3 S2
Apr 23, 2025
Explore the emotional journey of fitting in, framed by Tom's insecurities about his appearance. Discover the meanings of idiomatic phrases like 'fit like a glove' and 'hang up' with relatable examples. Delve into the world of fashion adjectives as Tom faces a self-image dilemma while trying on a suit. The suspense builds with a puzzling cliffhanger involving a mysterious bulge in a coat pocket, leaving listeners intrigued and eager for the next twist!
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Using 'Fit' and 'Fits Like a Glove'
- Use "fit" to describe something being the right size or shape for someone or something.
- Say "fits like a glove" when something fits perfectly, often tightly and figure-hugging.
Phrasal Verb 'Hang Up' Use
- Use "hang up" as a phrasal verb to mean physically hanging clothes on a hook or rail.
- Use "a hang up" as a noun to describe a long-term, unreasonable anxiety about your appearance.
Meaning of 'Baggy'
- Describe clothing as "baggy" when it hangs loosely due to being oversized or stretched.
- Use "baggy" to indicate clothes no longer fit tightly and may be losing elasticity.