American English With Brent

✅ Speak Better English With Me https://brentspeak.as.me/ Use Code SUMMER10 for 10% off your conversation💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/joinCold Bonus Definitions1. Fluffy: Soft and light, like a cloud or a pillow.: The kitten’s fur was very fluffy and warm.2. Layer: A thin piece or level that covers something.: She put one layer of frosting on the cake.3. Glitter: Small, shiny pieces that sparkle.: The card had glitter on it that made it shine in the light.Wood stove: A heater or cooker that burns wood to make heat.: We stayed warm by sitting near the wood stove on the cold winter night.Snow blower: A machine that blows snow off a driveway or sidewalk.: My dad used the snow blower to clear the path after the big storm.Snow plow: A truck with a large blade that pushes snow off roads or driveways.: The snow plow cleared the street so cars could drive safely.4. Sparkling: Shining brightly with small flashes of light.: The snow looked sparkling under the morning sun.5. Melted away: Turned to liquid and disappeared.: The ice melted away in the warm room.6. Slippery: Smooth and wet, easy to slide on.: Be careful—the floor is slippery after the rain.7. Soaking: Very, very wet.: My shoes are soaking after walking through the puddles.8. Mitten: A warm glove with one part for the thumb and one big part for all the other fingers.: I wore a red mitten on each hand to keep warm in the snow.9. Lounge (verb): To sit or lie down in a relaxed way.: After school, we lounged on the couch and watched a movie.(As a noun, “lounge” can also mean a comfortable room for relaxing, like an airport lounge.)10. Sliding: Moving smoothly along a surface, usually down or across something.: The children were sliding down the icy hill and laughing.

✅ Speak Better English With Me https://brentspeak.as.me/ Use Code SUMMER10 for 10% off your conversation💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join1. Royal: Related to a king, queen, or their family.: The royal family waved to the crowd from the balcony.2. Personnel: The people who work for a company or organization.: The hospital hired more personnel to help in the busy season.3. Spectacular: Very impressive or amazing.: We saw a spectacular sunset at the beach.4. Flyover: When planes fly over a place, often for a show or ceremony.: Four jets did a flyover at the football game.5. Unprecedented: Something that has never happened before.: The town had an unprecedented amount of snow this winter.6. State Visit: A formal trip by a leader of one country to another country.: The president arrived in London for a state visit.7. Commander-in-Chief: The top leader of a country’s military (for the U.S., the president).: The president acts as the commander-in-chief of the armed forces.8. Windsor Castle: A famous royal castle in England where the British monarch lives sometimes.: Many tourists visit Windsor Castle every year.9. Honoring: Showing respect or praise for someone.: The school held a ceremony honoring the veterans.10. The Focus: The main thing people are paying attention to.: Her speech was the focus of the meeting.11. Tiara Diplomacy: Using fancy royal events or jewelry (like tiaras) to create goodwill between countries.: The princess wore a historic crown as part of tiara diplomacy during the banquet.12. Lavish: Very rich, fancy, or expensive.: They threw a lavish party for their anniversary.13. White Tie Banquet: A very formal dinner where guests wear tuxedos and long gowns.: The ambassador was invited to a white tie banquet at the palace.14. A Toast: Raising a glass and saying good wishes before drinking.: At the wedding, the father of the bride gave a toast.15. Pomp and Pageantry: Grand and fancy ceremonies or traditions.: The parade was full of pomp and pageantry with music and flags.16. Insulated: Protected from outside changes or problems.: The cabin was insulated, so it stayed warm in winter.17. Standstill: A situation where everything stops moving or progressing.: Traffic came to a standstill after the accident.18. Roll Out the Red Carpet: To give someone very special treatment.: The hotel rolled out the red carpet for the famous actor.19. Urging: Strongly asking or encouraging someone to do something.: The teacher was urging students to finish their projects.20. Influence: The power to change or affect someone or something.: Her speech had a big influence on the voters.21. Radiant: Shining brightly or looking very happy.: The bride looked radiant on her wedding day.

In this English lesson, you will learn 20 new, advanced terms you might see on the IELTS or TOEFL exam. The U.N. recently released a report, finding that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza. ✅ Speak Better English With Me https://brentspeak.as.me/ Use Code SUMMER10 for 10% off your conversationLink to the Newscast: https://youtu.be/NDb7i6Rr0Ao?si=xZkX5DifStGpLpmcIsrael Genocide1. U.N. (United Nations): A group of countries that work together to solve world problems.: The U.N. met to talk about peace in the region.2. Genocide: When a group tries to kill or destroy another group of people.: The world works to stop genocide from ever happening again.3. Ground Offensive: When soldiers attack on land.: The army started a ground offensive to take control of the area.4. Escalating: Becoming more serious or intense.: The argument was escalating, and people began to shout.5. Lighting Up: Starting to fire weapons or suddenly becoming bright.: The sky was lighting up with fireworks at night.6. IDF (Israel Defense Forces): The army of Israel.: The IDF said it was protecting its country.7. Iron Fist: Using very strong or strict control.: The leader ruled with an iron fist and allowed no protests.8. Root Out: To find and remove something harmful.: The police worked to root out crime in the city.9. Stretch Thin: To not have enough people or resources for all the work.: The small team was stretched thin during the busy season.10. Incite Criticism: To cause people to say negative things.: The mayor’s comments incited criticism from the public.11. Secretary of State: A U.S. government official who handles foreign relations.: The Secretary of State visited another country to talk about peace.12. Diplomatic: About managing relationships between countries.: They held a diplomatic meeting to avoid fighting.13. Defanged: Made weaker or less dangerous.: The new rules defanged the powerful group.14. Incursion: A sudden attack or entry into a place.: The soldiers made an incursion into enemy territory.15. Humanitarian Crisis: A serious problem where many people need food, water, or safety.: Flooding caused a humanitarian crisis in the village.16. Commission: A group of people given a job or study to do.: The city formed a commission to study school safety.17. Distorted: Changed so that it is not true or clear.: The photo was distorted and hard to recognize.18. Evacuate: To leave a place for safety.: The school had to evacuate because of a fire alarm.19. Fled: Ran away quickly from danger.: The family fled their home during the storm.Link to original newscast: https://youtu.be/NDb7i6Rr0Ao?si=xZkX5DifStGpLpmc

Five days ago, Charlie Kirk was shot. Some Americans are very sad over this. Some Americans are happy. In today's English lesson, we look to see if the U.S. is closer to war with itself over the assassination. Want more ENGLISH: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/usbrent/subscribe✅ Speak Better English With Me https://brentspeak.as.me/ Use Code SUMMER10 for 10% off your conversationLink to the Newscast: https://youtu.be/3VuM7UKtWbo?si=ozim1msHKh9IDzJpPored Over – looked at something very carefully. The detectives poured over the photos to find a clue.District Attorney – the main lawyer for the government in a city or county. The District Attorney spoke to the news about the case.Mountain of Evidence – a lot of proof or facts. The police had a mountain of evidence against the suspect.File Charges – to officially say someone broke the law. The District Attorney will file charges tomorrow.Suspect – a person who may have done something wrong. The police questioned the suspect about the robbery.Turned Himself In – went to the police to admit or face accusations. After two days, he turned himself in at the station.Cooperating – working or helping together. The students are cooperating to finish the group project.Roommate – a person you share a room or apartment with. My roommate and I share the kitchen and living room.Grainy – not clear or smooth, like a low-quality photo. The old video was grainy but you could still see the car.Acquaintances – people you know a little, but not close friends. We are not close friends, just acquaintances from school.Resembled – looked like or was similar to. The new teacher resembled my uncle.Skull – the bones in your head. The doctor showed a picture of the human skull.Doppelganger – a person who looks almost exactly like someone else. She met a stranger who was her doppelganger.Obtained – got or received something. He obtained his French passport after living in France for only two years. Alleged – said to be true, but not proven. The alleged thief denied the accusations.Stiff – hard to move or not flexible. My neck felt stiff after sleeping on the couch.Fired Up – very excited or angry. The team was fired up for the championship game.Made His Way – went or traveled to a place. He made his way through the crowd to the exit.Roof vs. Ceiling – roof is outside on top of a building; ceiling is inside on top of a room. The rain hit the roof while we painted the ceiling.Sprang – jumped or moved quickly. The cat sprang onto the table to catch the toy.Sniper – a person who shoots from a hidden place, usually with a long gun. The movie showed a sniper watching from the hill.Tributes – actions or words that show respect or thanks. Fans left flowers and tributes at the singer’s memorial.Pours In – comes in quickly and in large amounts. Donations began to pour in after the news story aired.Ultra-Conservative – having very traditional or strict political or social views. Her grandfather is ultra-conservative about family rules.Detractors – people who criticize or say bad things about someone or something. Despite his detractors, the artist kept painting.

Russian drones entered Polish airspace, raising NATO security concerns. Use this breaking news to learn useful English words and phrases.✅ Speak Better English With Me https://brentspeak.as.me/ Use Code SUMMER10 for 10% off your conversationLink to the Newscast: https://youtu.be/yCHJJZAdWQc?si=kyhA6JTwwwMiErL8💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/joinPoland/Russia 🇵🇱 🇷🇺1. High Alert: A state of being very watchful and ready for danger.: The Polish army was on high alert after the drones entered their airspace.2. Correspondent: A reporter who sends news from another place.: The correspondent in Warsaw shared updates on TV about the drone incident.3. Massive: Very big or very large.: The drones caused a massive concern across the country.4. Triggered: Caused something to happen.: The air raid siren was triggered when the drones were spotted.5. Scrambling: Moving quickly to respond to a problem.: Polish fighter jets were scrambling to check the skies.6. Diverted: Sent in a different direction.: Civilian planes were diverted away from the area for safety.7. Actions Speak Louder Than Words: What people do is more important than what they say.: Poland said, “Actions speak louder than words,” and increased border patrols.8. Invoked: Officially used a rule or law.: Poland invoked NATO rules to ask for a meeting.9. Article 4 NATO: A NATO rule for members to consult each other when threatened.: Poland requested Article 4 NATO talks after the drone incursion.10. Article 5 NATO: A NATO rule saying an attack on one member is an attack on all.: Some worried the drones might lead to Article 5 NATO discussions.11. Consultations: Meetings to talk and decide what to do.: NATO leaders held consultations to plan their response.12. Take Place: To happen.: The NATO meeting will take place tomorrow morning.13. Incursion: An unwanted entry into a place.: The drones were called an incursion into Polish airspace.14. Condemned: Said very strongly that something is wrong.: European leaders condemned Russia’s actions.15. Reckless: Not caring about danger or risk.: The Polish president said the drone attack was reckless.16. Shahed Drones: A type of drone made in Iran, often used by Russia.: Officials said the drones were Shahed Drones.17. Solidarity: Support and unity with others.: Other NATO countries showed solidarity with Poland.18. Bombardment: A heavy attack, usually with bombs or missiles.: The border town feared a bombardment after the drone warning.19. Went After: Tried to catch or punish someone.: Polish jets went after the drones that crossed the border.20. Sit on the Sidelines: To watch and not take part.: NATO said it would not sit on the sidelines if Poland was attacked.21. Extending an Olive Branch: Offering peace or trying to make friends after conflict.: Some leaders suggested extending an olive branch to reduce tensions.

The United States and Venezuela are fighting with words, and some people think war could be next. Many say Trump wants Venezuela’s oil, and this story has shocked the world.✅ Speak Better English With Me https://brentspeak.as.me/ Use Code SUMMER10 for 10% off your conversation1. Mess With – to bother or cause problems for someone.Don’t mess with my little brother, or you’ll regret it.2. Nicolás Maduro – the president of Venezuela.Nicolás Maduro gave a speech on television.3. Rare – not common; unusual.It is rare to see snow in the Caribbean.4. Buildup – an increase in something over time.There was a buildup of soldiers near the border.5. Caribbean – the islands and sea area between North and South America.Many tourists like to visit the Caribbean for vacation.6. Combat – fighting, usually in war.The soldiers were trained for combat.combat (verb): to fight against something.: We must combat pollution to keep the air clean.7. Extravagant – spending too much money or using too much.The party was extravagant, with gold decorations everywhere.8. Unjustifiable – something that cannot be defended or excused.The attack was unjustifiable, and many people were angry.9. Immoral – not right or good; against moral rules.It is immoral to steal from your friends.10. Bloody (British) – (slang) used to show anger or surprise.That was a bloody good game!11. Preparedness – being ready for something.The school practiced drills to improve their preparedness for emergencies.12. Senior Fellow – an expert or researcher with a high position in an organization.The senior fellow wrote an article about world politics.13. Flotilla – a small group of ships.A flotilla of boats sailed into the harbor.14. Drug Trafficking – the business of making and selling illegal drugs.The police arrested men for drug trafficking.15. Narco – short for “narcotics” or people who work in drug crime.The movie showed the life of a powerful narco.16. Unprecedented – something that has never happened before.The storm was unprecedented in its strength.17. Objectives – goals or things you want to achieve.The teacher explained the objectives for the project.18. Taking Out – removing or destroying something.The army was focused on taking out the enemy base.19. Invade – to enter a place by force, usually with an army.The soldiers planned to invade the city at night.20. Out of the Question – impossible; cannot happen.Skipping the final exam is out of the question.21. Surgical – related to surgery; also used to mean very precise, exact.The doctors performed a surgical operation.22. Conceivable – possible to imagine.It is conceivable that we will travel to Mars one day.23. Set Off – to start something (like an alarm or an event).The fireworks set off a loud noise.24. Peril – great danger.The hikers were in peril during the storm.

Israel just bombed the capital of Qatar, Doha, and now the world is closer to another World War than ever before. Things are getting weird between Venezuela and the U.S, and Poland shot down Russian drones. What is going on in the world? ✅ Speak Better English With Me https://brentspeak.as.me/ Use Code SUMMER10 for 10% off your conversationLink to the Newscast: https://youtu.be/TjpPhN6M7vQ?si=AI3AT5UIazA9hmIh💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/joinIsrael/ Qatar 🇶🇦 🇮🇱1. Unprecedented: Something that has never happened before.: The huge storm was unprecedented for this small town.2. Assassinate: To kill an important person for political or other reasons.: The leader was assassinated while giving a speech.3. Qatari: A person or thing from Qatar, a country in the Middle East.: The Qatari diplomat met with world leaders.4. Astonishing: Very surprising or amazing.: Her quick recovery after the accident was astonishing.5. Was Behind This: Was the person or group who caused or planned something.: Investigators said a hacker was behind this computer attack.6. Move Forward: To continue or make progress.: After the argument, they decided to move forward and work together.7. Conducted: Led or organized an activity.: The teacher conducted a survey about favorite foods.8. Give The Go-Ahead: To give permission to start something.: The boss gave the go-ahead for the new project.9. Settling The Score: Taking action to get even or to fix a past wrong.: The team played hard, settling the score after last year’s loss.10. Hamas: A Palestinian political and militant group based mainly in Gaza.: News reports said Hamas claimed responsibility for the attack.11. Joint Statement: A message released together by two or more people or groups.: The two countries issued a joint statement calling for peace.12. Mixed Reactions: Different people feel different ways about something.: The new school rule got mixed reactions from students.13. Captives: People kept as prisoners.: The soldiers rescued the captives after the battle.14. Mediate: To help two sides solve a disagreement.: The teacher tried to mediate the argument between classmates.15. Frequented: Went to a place often.: She frequented the library to study after school.16. Compromise: An agreement where each side gives up something.: They reached a compromise about the group project.17. Potential: Possibility or ability to become something in the future.: The coach saw great potential in the young player.

In this English lesson, you’ll learn 25 words we use to describe dry things, from sand and cactus to crackers and biscuits. These words will help you speak better English in everyday life and prepare for exams like IELTS and TOEFL.✅ I can be your speaking partner https://brentspeak.as.me/ Use Code SUMMER10 for 10% off your conversation🌵 Dry Things VocabularySand – Tiny grains of rock found on beaches and deserts. The sand was hot under my feet. We built a castle with sand at the beach.Desert – A large, dry area with little rain. The camel walked across the desert. The desert has very little water.Towel – A cloth used to dry your body. I used a towel after swimming. The towel was soft and clean.. Phrasal Verb: Dry Off: To become dry or make something dry, usually after being wet.After swimming, I used a towel to dry off.The dog sat in the sun to dry off after the bath.Dust – Tiny dry dirt in the air or on things. The table was covered in dust. She sneezed because of the dust.Cracker – A small, dry, and crispy snack. He ate a cracker with cheese. The cracker broke into pieces.Cereal – Dry grains eaten with milk. I poured cereal into the bowl. Cereal is a quick breakfast.Hay – Dry grass for animals to eat. The horse ate the hay. We stacked hay in the barn.Leaf – The flat, green part of a plant (dry when it falls). The dry leaves crumbled in my hand. Leaves fell from the tree in autumn.Skin – The outside covering of your body (can be dry). My skin feels dry in winter. She put lotion on her dry skin.Cardboard – Thick paper used for boxes. The box was made of cardboard. Cardboard is dry and easy to tear.Bone – The hard part inside your body. The dog chewed on a dry bone. Bones help your body stand up.Chalk – A dry stick used to write on boards. The teacher wrote with chalk. The chalk made my hands dry.Beans – Small dry seeds used as food. We soaked the beans before cooking. The beans were dry and hard.Nuts – Dry fruit with a hard shell. He ate some nuts for a snack. The nuts were dry and crunchy.Seeds – Small dry parts of plants. She planted the seeds in the soil. The seeds were dry in the bag.Corn – Dry yellow seeds used for food. Corn was growing in the field. We popped the dry corn into popcorn.Cactus – A dry plant that grows in deserts. The cactus has sharp spines. Cacti can live with little water.Brick – A dry block used to build. The house was made of brick. The brick wall was strong.Soil – Dirt for plants (dry without rain). The soil was dry and hard. Farmers need wet soil to grow crops.Ash – Dry gray powder from fire. Ash covered the ground after the fire. The wind blew the ash away.Coal – Black dry rock for burning. Coal was used to heat houses. The train ran on coal.Charcoal – Dry black wood for cooking fires. We grilled food on charcoal. The charcoal made black dust.Powder – Dry, fine grains like dust. Baby powder smells nice. The powder spilled on the floor.Flour – Dry powder for baking. She mixed flour to make bread. Flour covered the kitchen counter.Crumb – A small piece of dry food. There were crumbs on the table. The bird ate a crumb of bread.Biscuit – A dry bread snack. He ate a biscuit with tea. The biscuit was dry and sweet.Trail Mix – A dry snack of nuts and fruit. She ate trail mix while hiking. Trail mix is dry but tasty.Jerky – Dry meat for a snack. He ate beef jerky. Jerky is very dry but tasty.Lips – The edge of your mouth (can be dry). Her lips were dry in winter. He used lip balm for dry lips.

The United States and Venezuela are fighting with words, and some people think war could be next. Many say Trump wants Venezuela’s oil, and this story has shocked the world.✅ Speak Better English With Me https://brentspeak.as.me/ Use Code SUMMER10 for 10% off your conversation💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join1. Mess With – to bother or cause problems for someone.Don’t mess with my little brother, or you’ll regret it.2. Nicolás Maduro – the president of Venezuela.Nicolás Maduro gave a speech on television.3. Rare – not common; unusual.It is rare to see snow in the Caribbean.4. Buildup – an increase in something over time.There was a buildup of soldiers near the border.5. Caribbean – the islands and sea area between North and South America.Many tourists like to visit the Caribbean for vacation.6. Combat – fighting, usually in war.The soldiers were trained for combat.combat (verb): to fight against something.: We must combat pollution to keep the air clean.7. Extravagant – spending too much money or using too much.The party was extravagant, with gold decorations everywhere.8. Unjustifiable – something that cannot be defended or excused.The attack was unjustifiable, and many people were angry.9. Immoral – not right or good; against moral rules.It is immoral to steal from your friends.10. Bloody (British) – (slang) used to show anger or surprise.That was a bloody good game!11. Preparedness – being ready for something.The school practiced drills to improve their preparedness for emergencies.12. Senior Fellow – an expert or researcher with a high position in an organization.The senior fellow wrote an article about world politics.13. Flotilla – a small group of ships.A flotilla of boats sailed into the harbor.14. Drug Trafficking – the business of making and selling illegal drugs.The police arrested men for drug trafficking.15. Narco – short for “narcotics” or people who work in drug crime.The movie showed the life of a powerful narco.16. Unprecedented – something that has never happened before.The storm was unprecedented in its strength.17. Objectives – goals or things you want to achieve.The teacher explained the objectives for the project.18. Taking Out – removing or destroying something.The army was focused on taking out the enemy base.19. Invade – to enter a place by force, usually with an army.The soldiers planned to invade the city at night.20. Out of the Question – impossible; cannot happen.Skipping the final exam is out of the question.21. Surgical – related to surgery; also used to mean very precise, exact.The doctors performed a surgical operation.22. Conceivable – possible to imagine.It is conceivable that we will travel to Mars one day.23. Set Off – to start something (like an alarm or an event).The fireworks set off a loud noise.24. Peril – great danger.The hikers were in peril during the storm.

A dangerous new alliance could push the United States out of power. Are Russia, China, and others planning a future where America is no longer in charge?✅ I can be your speaking partner https://brentspeak.as.me/ Use Code SUMMER10 for 10% off your conversationEurasian – about both Europe and Asia. : The leaders talked about Eurasian trade between Europe and Asia.Stable – steady, not changing quickly. : China wants a stable friendship with India and Russia.Upend – to turn over or change completely. : The summit could upend the old system led by the West.Elaborate – detailed or fancy. : Xi gave an elaborate plan for new projects.Might – strength or power. : The summit showed the might of these big countries.Intentions – plans or goals. : Modi’s intentions were to grow trust and trade.Disarray – confusion or disorder. : Some experts said the group might fall into disarray.Military Bloc – a group of countries joined for defense. : The SCO is not just a military bloc, but also for trade.Count On – to depend on. : Russia can count on China’s support.Be At Odds – to disagree. : India and China have been at odds about their border.Clash – to fight or argue strongly. : The leaders did not want to clash during the meeting.Beats Up On – to hit again and again (real or in words). : Modi’s message beats up on the need for trust.Reached Out – tried to connect or talk. : Putin reached out to India for closer ties.Embraced – accepted gladly. : The leaders embraced the idea of more energy trade.Crude Oil – oil in its natural form. : They spoke about selling crude oil to each other.Hypocritical – saying one thing but doing another.Some people said it was hypocritical for leaders to talk about peace while selling more weapons.Levying – charging a tax or fee. : The group warned against levying high trade taxes.Manifesting – showing clearly. : Smiles were manifesting friendship at the summit.Roll Out The Red Carpet – give a very special welcome. : China rolled out the red carpet for Putin’s visit.Sacrifices – things given up for something else. : India may make sacrifices to keep peace in the region.Comparison – looking at how things are alike or different. : In comparison to Western meetings, this one felt different.Underdog – the weaker side. : Smaller countries in the group feel like underdogs.