#373 - 15 Essential Expressions You Must Learn for EVERYDAY Conversations in English, and More: Understand Sentences that Start Like “Had I had…” (Conditionals)
Learn essential expressions for everyday conversations in English. Discussing a fun movie guessing game and the importance of learning specific phrases. Exploring conditional sentences and their poetic nature. Sharing prank stories and the power of music in waking up. Exploring the effects of alcohol and vocabulary related to drunk people. Delving into different terms for drinking excessively and ways to support the podcast.
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Quick takeaways
Filler words like 'kind of like' and 'um' can be used to express thoughts but should not be overused in order to maintain fluency.
When receiving something for free, it's not appropriate to complain or be picky, as indicated by the phrase 'beggars can't be choosers'.
Different words such as 'tipsy', 'shit-faced', and 'hammered' are used to describe levels of intoxication.
Deep dives
The cast tries different sweets from different countries
The cast of the movie Wonka tries various sweets from different countries, discussing their flavors and characteristics. They mention Brazilian sweets called Sohanhia Devalsa, which are similar to Kit Kats but with a touch of Ferrero Rocher. They also discuss the romantic gesture associated with giving sweets and share their opinions on the different treats.
Filler words and their impact on fluency
The cast uses filler words like 'kind of like' and 'um' to express their opinions and thoughts about the sweets. While these filler words can provide a moment to think, it's important not to overuse them, as they can hinder fluency.
The meaning of 'slightly in love' and 'beggars can't be choosers'
The actor mentions being 'slightly in love' with a sweet, meaning that he has a mild affection for it. Another actor responds with the phrase 'beggars can't be choosers', indicating that when receiving something for free, it's not appropriate to complain or be picky.
Vocabulary for discussing drunkenness
The podcast hosts discuss various words used to describe the state of being drunk, such as 'tipsy', 'shit-faced', and 'hammered'. These words represent different levels of intoxication.
Recommended podcast episode about alcohol's effects
The host recommends a podcast episode on the Huberman Lab show that explores the effects of alcohol on the brain and body. This enlightening episode raises awareness about the negative impacts of alcohol and encourages listeners to reconsider their relationship with it.
Let's call it a day or let's call it a night, but first don't forget to grab a bite!
These are some of the great phrases natives use in everyday situations. Listen to the full episode to learn the meaning and use them in your conversation! We also talk about the new Wonka movie and watch a funny show with the movie cast. You can't miss it! And as a bonus, we review all 5 Conditional types of sentences with our explanations and examples.