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

Funny English Errors, Corrected ✍️ [945]

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Jul 21, 2025
Dive into the world of hilarious English mistakes that will make you chuckle while you learn! Discover comical errors, like the infamous 'seizure salad', and how mispronunciations can lead to amusing situations. You'll hear funny personal anecdotes and explore playful slang that adds flavor to the language. With insights into the nuances of communication, this discussion encourages a lighthearted approach to learning. Perfect for anyone wanting a laugh while refining their English skills!
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Luke's French Pronunciation Fails

  • Luke shares his funny French pronunciation mistakes with merci beaucoup and water.
  • He humorously substitutes "thank you nice bum" for "thank you very much" in French.
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Melting vs Mixing Students

  • A student wrote "melting students" instead of "mixing students" in feedback.
  • The phrase humorously implies turning students into liquid by heat.
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Mori Meets Obama Miscommunication

  • Japanese PM Mori mistakenly says "who are you" instead of "how are you" to Obama.
  • The humorous misunderstanding leads to awkward replies and a long silence.
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