Explore various words related to health and illness like 'clammy', 'nauseous', and 'fight off'. Hear about a panic attack sufferer's narrative and tips on dealing with it. Plus, learn about the evolution of medical care and the challenges of navigating through panic attacks.
Expanding active vocabulary with words like 'nowadays' for current usage.
Understanding the adjective 'clammy' for describing sticky and moist conditions.
Deep dives
Increasing Vocabulary with 'Nowadays'
Learning the adverb 'nowadays' was the first focus, as it means at present time. An example discussed was preferring homemade bread nowadays. The primary goal is to expand active vocabulary and incorporate such terms in daily conversation.
Exploring 'Clammy' Sensations
The podcast delved into the adjective 'clammy', describing it as sticky and moist. Various scenarios, like sweating excessively or being in humid conditions, were linked to feeling clammy. Personal experiences, such as avoiding long sleeves due to clamminess, added relatability to the concept.
Understanding 'Nauseous' Sensations and Coping Strategies
The term 'nauseous', an adjective indicating a sick or vomit-inducing feeling, was explored further. Factors like medication, spoiled food, or emotional stimuli were noted as causing nausea. Dealing with nausea was equated to handling sickness, with mention of seeking medical help in present times.
E208: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Join me as I guide you through Week 20, Day 1 of Your English Five a Day, a series designed to enrich your active vocabulary by exploring five words each weekday.
🤢 In today's episode, talk about illness and health as we start off the list with the adverb "nowadays" and the adjective "clammy". Next up, we see a word where the spelling doesn't match the pronunciation: the adjective "nauseous". Then we look at the verb "fire", but not in its usual professional context! Last but not least we delve into today's phrasal verb, "fight off".
😵 As usual, stay tuned for useful pronunciation practice, a recap of the vocabulary, and an interesting narrative from the point of view of a panic attack sufferer, giving us an insight into what it's really like and how to deal with it.
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