E225: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Join us for Week 22, Day 4 of Your English Five a Day, where we serve up a daily dose of essential vocabulary to enrich your language skills. Just like getting your five-a-day with fruits and vegetables, feeding your vocabulary with five new words a day is a healthy habit for your mind.💸 In today's episode, we delve into the world of finances and responsibilities, starting with the noun "mortgage". Next up, we explore the colourful idiom "up to your eyeballs", commonly used together with the next word, which is the noun "debt". Moving on, we discuss the verb "prioritise" and finally, we examine the adjective "negotiable".🏡 Don't forget that we run through some pronunciation practice and a quick quiz to see what you can remember! Then,  in today's narrative, we reflect on the challenges of adulthood, particularly the financial burdens that come with it. Reminiscing about past experiences, such as buying a first car or home, we acknowledge the struggles many face, especially when it comes to managing debt and prioritizing expenses.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/Five-a-Day DatabaseAccess all the vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. This database is constantly updated.You can even make a copy and personalise it with your own example sentences.Get access now by joining my ELAN Newsletter 👈

E224: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna. Dive into Week 22, Day 3 of Your English Five a Day, where we enrich your vocabulary with five new words every weekday.💧 Today, let's start with the adjective "shallow", specifically when talking about water. Next up is the verb "lurk", which is then followed by another verb, "reiterate". Moving on to the adjective "blind to" something, and the last item on today's list is the adverb "rather".⚠️ After a quick recap and some pronunciation practice, we move on to today's story, where the dangers of the great outdoors at night come to light. From lurking risks in shallow waters to the temptation of playing with fire, parental vigilance is essential to keep our children safe.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/Five-a-Day DatabaseAccess all the vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. This database is constantly updated.You can even make a copy and personalise it with your own example sentences.Get access now by joining my ELAN Newsletter 👈

E223: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Get ready to enrich your vocabulary with Week 22, Day 2 of Your English Five a Day. In this series, we dive deep into five essential pieces each weekday, aiming to expand your active vocabulary and language skills.👍 Today's journey begins with the idiom "all fingers and thumbs". Next, we explore the adjective "scalding", although with a slightly different meaning to the one we explored in a recent episode! Then, we delve into the adjective "adaptive" and the phrase "spirits", often used with 'good' or 'bad' to describe feelings. Last but not least, we take a look at the phrasal verb "get by".👩‍🌾️ Join us for a pronunciation drill and a quiz to test your memory. Then, immerse yourself in the inspiring story of Rebecca, a resilient young farmer who faces adversity with courage and determination.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/Five-a-Day DatabaseAccess all the vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. This database is constantly updated.You can even make a copy and personalise it with your own example sentences.Get access now by joining my ELAN Newsletter 👈

E222: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Get ready to enhance your vocabulary as we dive deep into Week 22, Day 1 of Your English Five a Day. In this series, we'll explore five essential pieces each weekday, from Monday to Friday.🌷 Today's topic is allergies, and first up on the list, we explore the noun "discomfort". Next, we delve into the adjective "allergic" and the noun "intolerance". We then move on to "anaphylaxis" and finally, we explore the idiom "nip something in the bud".💉 Join us for a quick pronunciation drill and a quiz to reinforce your learning. Then, immerse yourself in a story about Adrian, who grapples with severe allergies and the importance of being prepared.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/Five-a-Day DatabaseAccess all the vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. This database is constantly updated.You can even make a copy and personalise it with your own example sentences.Get access now by joining my ELAN Newsletter 👈

Subscriber-only episodeE221: 🎙️ Welcome to another episode of The English Like a Native Podcast, exclusively for our valued Plus Members. Today, we're diving into the realm of phrasal verbs, essential for general English proficiency but particularly beneficial in professional environments. 💼 First up, we explore some common workplace phrasal verbs like "take on" and "carry out", but we also take a look at some lesser-known phrasal verbs such as "iron out" and "zero in on". There's a total of 10 fantastic phrasal verbs, so tune in and get to know them all!🚀 Remember, mastering phrasal verbs is key to enhancing your English fluency. If you're interested in boosting your phrasal verb prowess, check out our Phrasal Verb Booster course here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/phrasal-verb-exercises/⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus a weekly email with the most recent podcasts' transcript. Become a Plus Member here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2038858/subscribe

E220: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast, your go-to listening resource for intermediate to advanced-level English learners. In this episode, you are listening to me, your host, Anna, and a very special guest, Alastair Budge, from Leonardo English. 🇲🇹 ✈️ From discussing the surprises of living in Malta, to navigating language learning and cultural differences, Alastair provides invaluable advice for anyone considering a move abroad. With anecdotes about construction noise, adapting to expat life, and the joys of exploring new horizons, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical tips.🧠 Check out Alastair's podcast English Learning for Curious Minds here!⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/

E219: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! I'm Anna, and you're listening to Week 21, Day 5 of Your English Five a Day, the series dedicated to expanding your active vocabulary from Monday to Friday.🍴 If you're not hungry now, you certainly will be after listening, as today's vocabulary is all about food! First up is the noun "indigestion", and the second item on the list is the adjective "wholesome". Moving on, we encounter the adjective "disciplined" and our next piece is the phrasal verb "polish off". Last but not least, we explore the verb "devour".🍔 Then we reinforce pronunciation with a quick exercise and recap those words once more, before listening to today's narrative, where we hear burger lover Ally reporting on a gourmet burger-tasting event at the Bullring in Birmingham. Amidst the lively atmosphere, competitors showcase their culinary skills, crafting wholesome burgers with unique flavors. Guests are encouraged to appreciate the craftsmanship behind each patty and savor the experience without rushing to polish off every burger in sight.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/Five-a-Day DatabaseAccess all the vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. This database is constantly updated.You can even make a copy and personalise it with your own example sentences.Get access now by joining my ELAN Newsletter 👈

E218: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! I'm Anna, and you're tuned in to Week 21, Day 4 of Your English Five a Day. Join me as we explore five new pieces of vocabulary every weekday, from Monday to Friday, aimed at enhancing your active vocabulary.🌟 We kick off today's list of five with the idiom "to have a handle on something". Then, we explore the adjective "watertight" and dive deeper into the noun "alibi". Next up is the adjective "keen", and finally, we discover the phrasal verb "rush into".⚖️ After running through a pronunciation exercise and a quick quiz, we head to our story for today, where we meet Jane, a determined legal secretary navigating through the complexities of a legal case. With a keen eye for detail, she ensures every aspect of the case is watertight, leaving no room for doubt. ⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/Five-a-Day DatabaseAccess all the vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. This database is constantly updated.You can even make a copy and personalise it with your own example sentences.Get access now by joining my ELAN Newsletter 👈

E217: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! I'm Anna, and you're tuned in to Week 21, Day 3 of Your English Five a Day. Join me on a journey to enrich your active vocabulary with five new pieces every weekday, from Monday to Friday.🌟 We kick off with the adjective "practical", which makes it onto the list twice today, as we look at its two different meanings. Then we discover the idiom "back-burner", which is followed by the verb "wield". Finally, we learn the phrasal verb "locked into".🗡️ After our usual pronunciation practice and vocabulary recap, we then navigate through a fantastical tale where Elizabeth, armed with her practical blade, faces off against a formidable adversary who wields unimaginable power. Locked into her destiny, she confronts doubt and uncertainty, but her courage prevails.⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus a weekly email with the most recent podcasts' transcript. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/Five-a-Day DatabaseAccess all the vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. This database is constantly updated.You can even make a copy and personalise it with your own example sentences.Get access now by joining my ELAN Newsletter 👈

Join the host as she uncovers the meanings behind 'uber' and 'mime', explores emotional intensities with 'heighten', compares with 'rather than', and deals with undesired tasks using 'lumbered with'. Listen to engaging scenarios, a disappointing concert experience, and reflections on live performance authenticity.