Aussie English

Pete Smissen
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Feb 26, 2023 • 16min

AE 1201 - Expression: Sit On Your Hands

Send us a text👉 FREE Download on this episode's worksheet: https://aussieenglish.com.au/AE1201_Worksheet👉 Listen to this episode on the podcast: https://aussieenglish.com.au/1201 👉 Join my 5-Day FREE English Course: https://www.aussieenglish.com.au/free-course/👉 Join the Premium Podcast here & access 1000+ episodes: https://www.aussieenglish.com.auWelcome back to a new episode of the Aussie English Expression series, where we explore and explain popular phrases and idioms in the English language.In today's episode, we will dive into the expression "sit on your hands." I will define the expression and break down the meaning of each word, so you can better understand its use. Then, I will provide some practical examples to help you master the expression's context and usage.We will also do a quick dip on its history, with a light chew on how it came to be a part of everyday language. Join me as we will also analyze the pronunciation of the sentences, paying attention to intonation, stress, and speech connections, which will help you sound more like a native English speaker.To make the most of this episode, be sure to grab a paper and pen and listen carefully to the audio clip from a popular TV series. I hope that you find this episode to be a fun learning experience, and that you enjoy it as much as I did creating it!Thanks for being a loyal listener! If you're someone learning Australian English as a second language and you want to improve your pronunciation, reduce your foreign accent and sound more like an Australian when you speak English, check out my content at Aussie English!And grab my Australian Pronunciation Course here - https://www.aussieenglish.com.au/courses#australianaccent #aussieenglish #learnenglishwithpete #australianenglish #learnenglishonline  #aprenderinglêsonline #learnenglish #aussieenglishacademy #australianpodcast #languagepodcast| FOLLOW AE |- Facebook- Instagram- Website- Twitter| ENGLISH COURSES | - Australian English Pronunciation- Phrasal Verbs- Spoken English| AE ACADEMY |- Join the AE Academy| AE PODCAST |- Free Podcast- Premium Podcast*** Music from Artlist - License Number 524222 ***
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Feb 19, 2023 • 18min

AE 1200 - Expression: Do The Heavy Lifting

Send us a text👉 FREE Download on this episode's worksheet: https://aussieenglish.com.au/AE1200_Worksheet👉 Listen to this episode on the podcast: https://aussieenglish.com.au/1200 👉 Join my 5-Day FREE English Course: https://www.aussieenglish.com.au/free-course/👉 Join the Premium Podcast here & access 1000+ episodes: https://www.aussieenglish.com.auWelcome back to a new expression episode here on the Aussie English podcast!Today, I answered a fan question from Isthar who asks what is my favorite Brazilian food. Fun fact: I eat it with Vegemite!In addition, I have a fun joke about cows and the gym.On this episode, I will break down the meaning of the words in the phrase "do the heavy lifting" and I will give common, daily situations where you can use this expression.Join me in practicing saying the expression and then listen and try to write down what was said in the audio clip from the Australian series Bump.Don’t forget to download this episode’s FREE worksheet!See you in the next episode!** Want to wear the kookaburra shirt? **Get yours here at https://aussieenglish.com.au/shirtIf you're someone learning Australian English as a second language and you want to improve your pronunciation, reduce your foreign accent and sound more like an Australian when you speak English, check out my content at Aussie English!And grab my Australian Pronunciation Course here - https://www.aussieenglish.com.au/courses#australianaccent #aussieenglish #learnenglishwithpete #australianenglish #learnenglishonline  #aprenderinglêsonline #learnenglish #aussieenglishacademy #australianpodcast #languagepodcast| FOLLOW AE |- Facebook- Instagram- Website- Twitter| ENGLISH COURSES | - Australian English Pronunciation- Phrasal Verbs- Spoken English| AE ACADEMY |- Join the AE Academy| AE PODCAST |- Free Podcast- Premium Podcast*** Music from Artlist - License Number 524222 ***
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Feb 12, 2023 • 24min

AE 1199 - Expression: Have No Leg To Stand On

Send us a text👉 FREE Download on this episode's worksheet: https://aussieenglish.com.au/AE1199_FREEWorksheet👉 Listen to this episode on the podcast:  https://aussieenglish.com.au/1199 👉 Join my 5-Day FREE English Course: https://www.aussieenglish.com.au/free-course/👉 Join the Premium Podcast here & access 1000+ episodes: https://www.aussieenglish.com.auWelcome back to the Aussie English podcast!In today's English lesson, we will be talking about the expression "no leg to stand on."A listener recently asked me the question, "What do you suggest for a newcomer to Australia to do to level up their English speaking skills?" Tune in as I give my best suggestions!You also might fall of your seat as give a joke about legs.We'll then talk about the meanings of the expression "no leg to stand on" and its different variations. We will also be exploring the origin of this expression.So, grab a paper and pen and join me today! I will also be playing an audio clip from the Australian TV series Mystery Road: Origin, so be sure to listen carefully!Don’t forget to download this episode’s FREE worksheet!If you're someone learning Australian English as a second language and you want to improve your pronunciation, reduce your foreign accent and sound more like an Australian when you speak English, check out my content at Aussie English!And grab my Australian Pronunciation Course here - https://www.aussieenglish.com.au/courses#australianaccent #aussieenglish #learnenglishwithpete #australianenglish #learnenglishonline  #aprenderinglêsonline #learnenglish #aussieenglishacademy #australianpodcast #languagepodcast| FOLLOW AE |- Facebook- Instagram- Website- Twitter| ENGLISH COURSES | - Australian English Pronunciation- Phrasal Verbs- Spoken English| AE ACADEMY |- Join the AE Academy| AE PODCAST |- Free Podcast- Premium Podcast*** Music from Artlist - License Number 524222 ***
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Jan 29, 2023 • 23min

AE 1198 - Expression: Touch-and-Go

Send us a text👉 FREE Download on this episode's worksheet: https://aussieenglish.com.au/AE1198_FREEWorksheet 👉 Listen to this episode on the podcast: https://aussieenglish.com.au/1198👉 Join my 5-Day FREE English Course: https://www.aussieenglish.com.au/free-course/👉 Join the Premium Podcast here & access 1000+ episodes: https://www.aussieenglish.com.auWelcome to this weekly English expression episode on the Aussie English podcast!Today’s expression is “touch-and-go”.You might have heard of this earworm tune in the 90s titled “Touch And Go” by Rupert Holmes. And the lyrics go “Life is touch and go, it’s sink or swim. But never doubt if you’re out on a limb...”(How many expressions did you see in that previous sentence?)In today’s episode, I talk about the history of the expression “touch-and-go” and its several meanings. I also answer a question from IG user EVGK who asks “What does Woolworth’s mean?” Does it sound like something you can wear?I will define each of the words in the expression and explain the meaning of the idiom. There will be example situations so you’ll know when to use the expression “touch-and-go”.Join me in the pronunciation exercise and note the parts where connected speech is required.Finally, don’t forget to download this episode’s FREE worksheet!If you're someone learning Australian English as a second language and you want to improve your pronunciation, reduce your foreign accent and sound more like an Australian when you speak English, check out my content at Aussie English!And grab my Australian Pronunciation Course here - https://www.aussieenglish.com.au/courses#australianaccent #aussieenglish #learnenglishwithpete #australianenglish #learnenglishonline  #aprenderinglêsonline #learnenglish #aussieenglishacademy #australianpodcast #languagepodcast| FOLLOW AE |- Facebook- Instagram- Website- Twitter| ENGLISH COURSES | - Australian English Pronunciation- Phrasal Verbs- Spoken English| AE ACADEMY |- Join the AE Academy| AE PODCAST |- Free Podcast- Premium Podcast*** Music from Artlist - License Number 524222 ***
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Jan 22, 2023 • 18min

AE 1197 - Expression: Until the Cows Come Home

Send us a text👉 FREE Download on this episode's worksheet: https://aussieenglish.com.au/AE1197_Worksheet 👉 Listen to this episode on the podcast: https://aussieenglish.com.au/1197 👉 Join my 5-Day FREE English Course: https://www.aussieenglish.com.au/free-course/👉 Join the Premium Podcast here & access 1000+ episodes: https://www.aussieenglish.com.auWelcome to this weekly English expression episode on the Aussie English podcast!Today’s expression is “until the cows come home”.Can you tell what this expression is about? Yeah, can be hard to tell just by reading the phrase, right!In today's episode, I talk about the origin of this expression and give you example situations so you can use in your daily conversations. I will also answer a question from Daniel who asks about using the verb "to pop" -- like, the sound made when a small balloon 'pops'.And finally, don't forget to join in our weekly pronunciation exercise so you'll know how to pronounce the expression "until the cows come home".If you're someone learning Australian English as a second language and you want to improve your pronunciation, reduce your foreign accent and sound more like an Australian when you speak English, check out my content at Aussie English!And grab my Australian Pronunciation Course here - https://www.aussieenglish.com.au/courses#australianaccent #aussieenglish #learnenglishwithpete #australianenglish #learnenglishonline  #aprenderinglêsonline #learnenglish #aussieenglishacademy #australianpodcast #languagepodcast| FOLLOW AE |- Facebook- Instagram- Website- Twitter| ENGLISH COURSES | - Australian English Pronunciation- Phrasal Verbs- Spoken English| AE ACADEMY |- Join the AE Academy| AE PODCAST |- Free Podcast- Premium Podcast*** Music from Artlist - License Number 524222 ***
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Jan 18, 2023 • 42min

AE 1196 - Interview: Aussie vs American Business Culture & English with Lindsay McMahon from All Ears English

Send us a text👉 Listen to this episode on the podcast: https://aussieenglish.com.au/1196 👉 Join my 5-Day FREE English Course: https://www.aussieenglish.com.au/free-course/👉 Join the Premium Podcast here & access 1000+ episodes: https://www.aussieenglish.com.auWelcome back to the Aussie English podcast!My first guest for the year 2023 is the amazing CEO and host of the All Ears English podcast, Lindsay McMahon.In today’s episode, we talk about the difference between American and Australian business English. Yes, there is a stark difference between the two, as business English is influenced by culture — culture bleed, right, that’s a good word for that!. This is includes difference in jargon, slang terms, expressions, and other stuff.One interesting example here is the use of ‘sir’. In the American culture, when you’re a police officer, or a person of authority, and you are to address a local citizen, you’d notice the use of sir/ma’am back and forth. Whereas here in Australia, you’ll hear both parties call each other ‘mate’. Join us today as we talk about these cultural differences and how they affect American English and Australian English!Don't forget to check out her new Business English course at https://www.allearsenglish.com/course/business-english/If you're someone learning Australian English as a second language and you want to improve your pronunciation, reduce your foreign accent and sound more like an Australian when you speak English, check out my content at Aussie English!And grab my Australian Pronunciation Course here - https://www.aussieenglish.com.au/courses#australianaccent #aussieenglish #learnenglishwithpete #australianenglish #learnenglishonline  #aprenderinglêsonline #learnenglish #aussieenglishacademy #australianpodcast #languagepodcast| FOLLOW AE |- Facebook- Instagram- Website- Twitter| ENGLISH COURSES | - Australian English Pronunciation- Phrasal Verbs- Spoken English| AE ACADEMY |- Join the AE Academy| AE PODCAST |- Free Podcast- Premium Podcast*** Music from Artlist - License Number 524222 ***
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Jan 15, 2023 • 15min

AE 1195 - Expression: On Your Bike

Send us a text👉 FREE Download on this episode's worksheet: https://aussieenglish.com.au/AE1195_Worksheet👉 Listen to this episode on the podcast: https://aussieenglish.com.au/1195👉 Join my 5-Day FREE English Course: https://www.aussieenglish.com.au/free-course/👉 Join the Premium Podcast here & access 1000+ episodes: https://www.aussieenglish.com.auWelcome to this weekly English expression episode on the Aussie English podcast!Today’s expression is “on your bike”.In today’s episode, I answer Fatima’s question about the difference between clout and fame. Listen in to know when & how to use these words in sentences.I talk about the expression “on your bike” where I give its definition, explain the words, and bring up real-life skits on how you can use this expression.Don’t forget to join me in the short pronunciation exercise, too!And finally, whip out your pens and paper as I let you listen to a clip from Superwog, a popular YouTube series.Don't forget to download this episode’s FREE worksheet!** Want to wear the kookaburra shirt? **Get yours here at https://aussieenglish.com.au/shirtIf you're someone learning Australian English as a second language and you want to improve your pronunciation, reduce your foreign accent and sound more like an Australian when you speak English, check out my content at Aussie English!And grab my Australian Pronunciation Course here - https://www.aussieenglish.com.au/courses#australianaccent #aussieenglish #learnenglishwithpete #australianenglish #learnenglishonline  #aprenderinglêsonline #learnenglish #aussieenglishacademy #australianpodcast #languagepodcast| FOLLOW AE |- Facebook- Instagram- Website- Twitter| ENGLISH COURSES | - Australian English Pronunciation- Phrasal Verbs- Spoken English| AE ACADEMY |- Join the AE Academy| AE PODCAST |- Free Podcast- Premium Podcast*** Music from Artlist - License Number 524222 ***
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Jan 8, 2023 • 26min

AE 1194 - Pete's 2c: Could This Be Your Dream Job Down Under?

Send us a text👉 Listen to this episode on the podcast: https://aussieenglish.com.au/1194 👉 Join my 5-Day FREE English Course: https://www.aussieenglish.com.au/free-course/👉 Join the Premium Podcast here & access 1000+ episodes: https://www.aussieenglish.com.auWe're down with the first week of 2023! I hope you had a "blast" 😂 -- me? Yeah, nah. After all the exhausting ruckus during the day, the kids tucked in early and I turned the tv on to watch big city fireworks.We are starting this year with today's episode where I answer your questions via Instagram.One of the questions asked is "how can [he/she]they] work as a English teacher". This is in context that the person who asked the question is a non-native English speaker.And to give you a straighforward answer: YES, you can!Also, in today episode, I talk about the meaning of "bromance" and how to use the word "drag" in a sentence; literally and figuratively.Lastly, don't miss out when I explain the difference betweem "get used to", "be used to", and "used to".Cheers to the best year ever, 2023! 🥂If you're someone learning Australian English as a second language and you want to improve your pronunciation, reduce your foreign accent and sound more like an Australian when you speak English, check out my content at Aussie English!And grab my Australian Pronunciation Course here - https://www.aussieenglish.com.au/courses#australianaccent #aussieenglish #learnenglishwithpete #australianenglish #learnenglishonline  #aprenderinglêsonline #learnenglish #aussieenglishacademy #australianpodcast #languagepodcast| FOLLOW AE |- Facebook- Instagram- Website- Twitter| ENGLISH COURSES | - Australian English Pronunciation- Phrasal Verbs- Spoken English| AE ACADEMY |- Join the AE Academy| AE PODCAST |- Free Podcast- Premium Podcast*** Music from Artlist - License Number 524222 ***
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Jan 1, 2023 • 34min

AE 1193 - Pete's 2c: I got robbed on New Year's Eve

Send us a text👉 Listen to this episode on the podcast: https://aussieenglish.com.au/1193 👉 Join my 5-Day FREE English Course: https://www.aussieenglish.com.au/free-course/👉 Join the Premium Podcast here & access 1000+ episodes: https://www.aussieenglish.com.auWelcome back, mate!Happy New Year, everyone!Oh, it's been a crazy 2022 for Aussie English and my family. There's been much ups and downs and highs and lows, and I feel like I've gotten to know myself more this year.In today's episode, I talk about what Australians usually do for Christmas. A lot of people are curious about this because you see a lot of Christmases in cold weather whilst it's pretty sweltering hot here Down Under!Another awesome advantage of being in Australia is we get to see the rest of the world welcome the new year after we're done with ours!I also talk about Australian's love for watching fireworks display! Aussies love it so much that we all gather in massive open grounds to watch the awesome lights & sounds display on New Year's Eve.And this is where I got robbed.Thanks for all the support and I hope you enjoyed your 2022. Let's all look forward to living a better, more prosperous 2023!See you all in the next episode!If you're someone learning Australian English as a second language and you want to improve your pronunciation, reduce your foreign accent and sound more like an Australian when you speak English, check out my content at Aussie English!And grab my Australian Pronunciation Course here - https://www.aussieenglish.com.au/courses#australianaccent #aussieenglish #learnenglishwithpete #australianenglish #learnenglishonline  #aprenderinglêsonline #learnenglish #aussieenglishacademy #australianpodcast #languagepodcast| FOLLOW AE |- Facebook- Instagram- Website- Twitter| ENGLISH COURSES | - Australian English Pronunciation- Phrasal Verbs- Spoken English| AE ACADEMY |- Join the AE Academy| AE PODCAST |- Free Podcast- Premium Podcast*** Music from Artlist - License Number 524222 ***
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Dec 25, 2022 • 1h 4min

AE 1192 - Pete & Kel Sum Up 2022

Send us a text👉 Listen to this episode on the podcast: https://aussieenglish.com.au/1192 👉 Join my 5-Day FREE English Course: https://www.aussieenglish.com.au/free-course/👉 Join the Premium Podcast here & access 1000+ episodes: https://www.aussieenglish.com.auMerry Christmas, you mob!How are you enjoying the holidays so far?I finally got to sit down with my wife Kel and thought it's best we talk about how the year 2022 went by for us.I admit I must have been sounding negative in some of the recent episodes but I believe we're ending the year as better individuals, and parents!In particular, now that Kel's got work, the tables have turned and now I'm the one at home with the kids while still doing Aussie English with you guys. It's been truly brutal for me but there were certainly lovely developments like Noah who has toilet trained himself!Kel's now working at a music school and listen how she has rediscovered things she loves doing for herself.We also talk about the issues we ran into when getting the house -- I mean, real estate in Australia is pretty expensive and it's a lot of work getting into it!Finally, there's some news about what's in store for Aussie English in the first quarter of 2023! Don't miss out on that!See you in the next episode!If you're someone learning Australian English as a second language and you want to improve your pronunciation, reduce your foreign accent and sound more like an Australian when you speak English, check out my content at Aussie English!And grab my Australian Pronunciation Course here - https://www.aussieenglish.com.au/courses#australianaccent #aussieenglish #learnenglishwithpete #australianenglish #learnenglishonline  #aprenderinglêsonline #learnenglish #aussieenglishacademy #australianpodcast #languagepodcast| FOLLOW AE |- Facebook- Instagram- Website- Twitter| ENGLISH COURSES | - Australian English Pronunciation- Phrasal Verbs- Spoken English| AE ACADEMY |- Join the AE Academy| AE PODCAST |- Free Podcast- Premium Podcast*** Music from Artlist - License Number 524222 ***

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