American English Podcast 199 - 5 MORE Prepositions Advanced Speakers Get Wrong (with Lucas!)
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Sep 11, 2025 Navigating the tricky world of English prepositions, the hosts dissect the nuances between phrases like 'apply to' vs. 'apply for' and 'argue about' vs. 'argue over.' They inject humor with personal anecdotes about job applications and DMV visits, showcasing common usage mistakes. The conversation also touches on decision-making styles, contrasting spontaneous choices with more contemplative approaches. If you're looking to boost your English fluency, expect practical tips wrapped in entertaining storytelling!
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Speak To Make Prepositions Stick
- Listening provides input but speaking glues prepositions into active use and intuition.
- Lucas notes that using language in real situations makes prepositions become second nature.
DMV Waits And The Sloth Joke
- Lucas once waited a very long time at the DMV to get his driver's license, noting their slow reputation.
- He links the DMV's slowness to the sloth scene in the movie Zootopia as a cultural joke.
Apply For The Thing, Apply To The Place
- Use "apply for" when naming the thing you want, like a job, visa, or scholarship.
- Use "apply to" when naming the place you send the application, like a company or school.