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🌡️ Ever feel awful and struggle to explain it? Are you unsure if you should say "I don't feel good" or "I feel unwell"? Confused why we say "have a cold" but "am nauseous"? You're not alone!😷 In this episode of the Learn English Podcast, we help you learn everything you need to talk about sickness in English. you'll learn the right words to use whether you've got the sniffles, a high fever, or a upset stomach. We discuss the difference between stomach symptoms and respiratory symptoms, and how to format your sentences when you are describing how to you feel. That way you can accurately describe your symptoms or understand what someone means when they talk to you in English about their illness.🤒 We'll also cover the idioms and slang that native speakers use when they're feeling under the weather. Learn how to use common English idioms like "catch a bug", "green around the gills", "death warmed over", and more! Use the English vocabulary you need so you can sound like a native speaker! 💊Whether you're "battling a bug" or "feeling a bit off", this video is your guide to the language of being under the weather! By the end of this episode, you'll have a robust illness vocabulary to draw from the next time you're feeling a bit rundown.🔔 Follow us on social media @LearnEnglishPod and visit our website: Podcast website: https://learnenglishpod.com/ Follow us on social Media: https://linktr.ee/learnenglishpod 📝 Vocabulary list1) Under the weather: feeling sick (origin likely related to boats and seasickness)2) Nautical: Relating to ships, sailors, or navigation on water.3) Coming down with something: starting to get sick4) Battling a bug: fighting off an illness5) Disposition: A person's inherent qualities of mind and character.6) Stomach bug/flu: upset stomach with nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea7) Gastrointestinal track/GI symptoms: medical terms for stomach and related symptoms8) Tummy/tummy troubles: informal terms for stomach upset9) Green around the gills: looking unwell, likely about to vomit10) I have - [symptom]: most common structure for describing symptoms (e.g., I have a runny nose)11) I am - [symptom]: used for some specific symptoms like nausea, tiredness, or fatigue12) Coughing up a lung/hacking up a lung: coughing a lot, feels like lungs are coming out13) My brain is foggy/fried: unable to think clearly due to sickness14) My nose is running like a faucet: constant runny nose

☔️ It's raining, it's pouring, but what's the difference between those two words? Have you ever thought about the different words we use to talk about how hard it's raining? Wish you had a better vocabulary so you could sound like a native speaker?🌧️On today's episode of the Learn English Podcast, we discuss rain and the different words and adjectives that are used to describe it. Whether it's a light drizzle or a torrential downpour, having the right words at your can make all the difference in describing the conditions outside. This episode will guide you through a range of terms to precisely describe varying intensities of rainfall.💧We'll begin with terms like "sprinkling" and "drizzling," helping you understand the subtle differences in describing light rain. As we continue, we'll discuss the concept of "incessant rain," "downpours", and fun idioms like "it's raining cats and dogs". Learn to say "it's raining buckets" and gain insights into weather forecasts mentioning "constant showers." Mastering these nuances will allow you to better understand weather reports and communicate more effectively in day-to-day conversations.🔔 Follow us on social media @LearnEnglishPod and visit our website:Podcast website: https://learnenglishpod.com/Follow us on social Media: https://linktr.ee/learnenglishpod📝 Vocabulary list1) Sprinkling: Very light rain, just a few drops, no need for cover.2) Drizzling: Slightly harder than sprinkling, still not intense.3) Light rain: More than drizzle, but still not heavy.4) Barely raining: Very little rain, hardly any at all, almost unnoticeable.5) Incessant rain: Constant and uninterrupted rainfall for a long period.6) Downpour: Short, intense burst of heavy rain. Also called a deluge or a cloudburst7) Clears up: The rain stops, and the weather becomes clear.8) Flash floods: Rapid flooding due to intense rainfall.9) Pouring: Heavy rainfall over a longer period.10) Raining cats and dogs: Very heavy rain (idiom).11) Constant showers: Continuous and uninterrupted rain.12) Raining buckets: Pouring down with a large amount of rain (idiom).13) Torrential rain: Heavy rainfall associated with storms, hurricanes, or monsoons.

🗓️It is Martin Luther King Jr. Day in the United States, and on today's episode of the Learn English Podcast, we are celebrating this American icon. Join us as we delve into the extraordinary life of Martin Luther King Jr., one of the most significant figures in U.S. history and a key player in the Civil Rights Movement. Learn about his early days in Atlanta, Georgia, and his education at Morehouse College, Cozier Seminary, and Boston University. Uncover the shocking realities of racial segregation and discrimination in the 1930's that shaped his upbringing and inspired his passion for change.🎙️In this episode, we journey through Martin Luther King's inspiring academic achievements, his study of nonviolent political protest, and his involvement in the Montgomery Bus Boycott. This years-long boycott is considered to be one the most important events of the Civil Rights Movement and helped change the nation. This episode offers a glimpse into the remarkable beginnings of a civil rights leader who paved the way for social justice. As we honor MLK on this day, we invite you to explore the lasting impact of his work and stay tuned for more episodes delving into the life and legacy of this influential American leader.🔔 Follow us on social media @LearnEnglishPod and visit our website: Podcast website: https://learnenglishpod.com/ Follow us on social Media: https://linktr.ee/learnenglishpod 📝 Vocabulary list1) Focus on: Pay particular attention to or concentrate on a specific topic or aspect.2) Transformative: Causing a marked change in someone or something; having a significant impact.3) Segregation: the separation of races in public places4) Systematic discrimination: Discrimination that is built into systems or structures, affecting a particular group consistently.5) Freshman year / Senior year: The first year and the final year, respectively, of a typical four-year high school or college program.6) Historically black college and university (HBCU): Institutions of higher education that were established primarily for the education of African American students.7) Nonviolent protests: Demonstrations or actions that oppose a situation or injustice without the use of physical force or violence.8) Boycott: A deliberate abstention from using, buying, or participating in something as a form of protest or pressure.9) Constitutional: In accordance with or related to the principles set forth in a constitution, especially the Constitution of the United States.10) Supreme Court: The highest court in a country or jurisdiction, often with the authority to make final decisions on legal matters.11) Oratorship: The skill or art of public speaking; the ability to deliver effective and persuasive speeches.12) Public spotlight: A state of public attention or scrutiny, often as a result of being in a prominent or influential position.📜Sources:https://prologue.blogs.archives.gov/2015/11/30/the-montgomery-bus-boycott/

👀Think you speak American English? Think again! On today's episode of the Learn English Podcast, we go on a wild ride across the USA and explore some of the most common regional word differences. How to you address a group of people? What do you call a carbonated drink? What do you add items into when you go shopping? Ready to be surprised?🔍 As a diverse and expansive country, the English language in America is full of regional variations that can sometimes even native speakers don't understand. In this episode, we'll cover regional variations for everyday items like shopping carts, insects, and even types of sandwiches. Learn what makes American English so diverse and pick up some new words and phrases!🗣️ Understanding these regional distinctions is not only interesting from a linguistic perspective, but crucial for improving your overall English fluency. Whether you're an international student, a business professional working with American colleagues, or simply someone who loves learning about language, this episode will explore the diversity of American English in a engaging and fun way. By the end, you'll have a new appreciation for the American English and how it can shift depending on geographic location.🔔 Follow us on social media @LearnEnglishPod and visit our website: Podcast website: https://learnenglishpod.com/ Follow us on social Media: https://linktr.ee/learnenglishpod 📝 Vocabulary list1) Addressing: Speaking or talking to a group of people.2) Regional Differences: Differences based on physical location.3) Fireflies/lightening bugs: Insects that light up and fly around at night. Glow bugs/Glow worms: Terms used in the South for fireflies.4) Bread loaf: Amount of bread baked in one piece.5) Shopping cart: A wheeled contraption for carrying items in a store. Also called a trolley, carriage or buggy6) Drinking fountain: A device that dispenses water for drinking. Also called a water fountain or just a fountain.7) Intersection: a place where two or more roads meet.8) Roundabouts: Circular intersections for traffic. Also called a traffic circle9) Tennis shoes: shoes used for sports or exercise. Also called sneakers, gym shoes, or trainers.📜Sources:https://www.insider.com/words-that-are-different-across-the-ushttps://www.businessinsider.com/22-maps-that-show-the-deepest-linguistic-conflicts-in-america-2013-6?op=1https://popvssoda.com/

🎉Happy New Year!! We hope that everyone had a wonderful holiday season and are wishing you all the best this year. We are excited to see what this year brings!! 🎉✨Every January, people around the world make New Year's resolutions. We promise to get fitter, learn new skills, and finally learn that elusive second language. But let's be honest, most of us do not finish the year fulfilling this promise. Why is that? And more importantly, how can we break the cycle and actually master our language learning resolutions this year?✨If learning English is part of your resolutions, you're in the right place! In this episode, we share insights on how to increase your chances of success, drawing on practical advice on finding internal motivation, setting measurable goals, and managing expectations.🚀Don't be discouraged if you've struggled with resolutions before – you're not alone. We provide actionable tips to help you make this the year you achieve your language-learning goals. Check out the description for a vocabulary list and resources to enhance your English comprehension. Remember, success is built one day at a time, and we're here to support you on your language journey. Here's to a fantastic year of growth and achievement!🔔 Follow us on social media @LearnEnglishPod and visit our website:Podcast website: https://learnenglishpod.com/Follow us on social Media: https://linktr.ee/learnenglishpod📝 Vocabulary list1) Resolutions: Decisions or intentions to change something about one's life or achieve specific goals.2) Prominence: The state of being important or widely recognized.3) internal motivation: desire to do something stemming from within oneself4) Measurable goal: a goal that can be easily measured/quantified and assessed5) Assess: To evaluate or examine carefully.6) Visualize: to form a mental image of something7) Tangible: Perceptible by touch; capable of being touched or felt.8) Perspective: A particular attitude or way of regarding something.9) resources: materials or assets that can be used to achieve something10) realistic: practical and grounded in reality, rather than idealistic📜Sourceshttps://arnoldspumpclub.com/https://arnoldspumpclub.com/blogs/newsletter/oatmeal-toxichttps://www.forbes.com/health/mind/new-years-resolutions-statistics/

🎄 Do you know what a "stocking stuffer" is? Ever hung up garland inside your house? Want to know more about how Christmas is celebrated in the United States? We got you covered because today episode of the Learn English Podcast, we're taking a closer look at American Christmas traditions. 🎅Christmas, celebrated on December 25th annually, holds a special place in the hearts of Americans. In the U.S., it isn't just another holiday; it's a cultural experience that's marked by a special set of customs and practices. In our final Christmas episode of the year, we give you insights into how Americans embrace the holiday spirit. We'll delve into some of the most iconic Christmas customs, from decorating the home to exchanging gifts. You'll learn about the significance of Christmas stockings, the debate over real versus artificial Christmas trees, and the creative ways people deck out their houses and yards. We'll also discuss the importance of family gatherings and festive meals during the holiday season. 🎁By exploring these traditions, you'll not only expand your cultural knowledge, but also pick up valuable English vocabulary related to the Christmas celebration. Join us as we explore the unique customs and practices that make Christmas the biggest celebration of the year. 🔔 Follow us on social media @LearnEnglishPod and visit our website:Podcast website: https://learnenglishpod.com/Follow us on social Media: https://linktr.ee/learnenglishpod📝 Vocabulary list1) Christmas stockings: Decorative socks hung on fireplaces for Santa Claus to fill with gifts.2) Mythology: Traditional stories or beliefs explaining cultural practices.3) Mantel: A shelf above a fireplace.4) Stocking stuffers: Small gifts placed inside Christmas stockings.5) Mythology: A collection of myths, especially those belonging to a particular religious or cultural tradition.6) Ecological: Environmentally friendly or sustainable.7) Garland: Decorative material resembling tree branches, often made of synthetic material.8) Motif: A distinctive theme or pattern.9) Significant other: Romantic partner such as a spouse, fiancé, boyfriend or girlfriend.10) Get-togethers: Informal gatherings or meetings.11) Doorman: A person employed to open doors and assist residents in a building.12) Groomer: A person who takes care of and grooms pets.

🎄Do you struggle with understanding native English speakers? Are you ready to enhance your English language skills while enjoying the feel good stories of Christmas? Join us in this special episode as we discuss a range of Christmas-themed movies filled with family, friendship, love, and of course, Santa Claus. Perfect for watching during this Christmas season.🎅Watching movies in English is a great way to get exposure to the language and help improve your listening skills, vocabulary and pronunciation. Not only do you get to listen to native speakers, but you can also be exposed to the written language if you watch with subtitles. In this episode, we will discuss five Christmas classics that you can use to help you learn more about Christmas traditions while improving your English. This movies are popular in America, especially during the month of December, and range from a comedy movie to an animated option and what's considered to be the one of the greatest films of all time. There is sure to be an film for everyone to enjoy. Grab your popcorn, dim the lights, and let's get ready to learn some English! 🎥🎁 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to join us for more language-learning!🔔 Follow us on social media @LearnEnglishPod and visit our website:Podcast website: https://learnenglishpod.com/Follow us on social Media: https://linktr.ee/learnenglishpodStreaming guide: https://www.justwatch.com/ and https://watchany.stream/📝 Vocabulary list1) Miracle: An extraordinary and welcome event that is not explicable by natural or scientific laws.2) Department store: a large store that sells a variety of goods, such as clothing, cosmetics, and household items (e.g., Macy's)3) Flagship Store: The main or most important store in a retail chain.4) Drunk: intoxicated with alcohol5) Mythology: A collection of myths, especially those belonging to a particular religious or cultural tradition.6) Vignettes: short pieces of writing or film that describe a scene or event7) Cult Classic: A movie that has developed a devoted fan base despite not being highly successful when first released.8) Guardian Angel: a spiritual being believed to protect and guide a person9) Scandal: An action or event regarded as morally or legally wrong and causing general public10) Contemplating: Thinking deeply and at length.

🎄It's December and Christmas is right around the corner! In the United States, Christmas is one of the biggest holidays of the year. During the month of December, there are Christmas movies, TV songs, songs, and ads. With all of this Christmas culture, there comes certain words that you hear at this time of year. While some of these words can be used year-round, their increased use during the holiday season adds a touch of magic and warmth to our surroundings.✨On today's episode, we explain the basics of Christmas expressions and how to use them. What does it mean to be "full of Christmas Spirit?" and why does everyone refer to Christmas time as "the season"? Was the party festive, merry or cheerful? Is that Christmas tree glittering, sparkling, or twinkling? Find out what these words and expressions mean, and what the subtle differences between them are so you can fully describe the festive atmosphere around you.🔔 Follow us on social media @LearnEnglishPod and visit our website:Podcast website: https://learnenglishpod.com/Follow us on social Media: https://linktr.ee/learnenglishpod📝 Vocabulary list1) Tis the Season: An expression highlighting the arrival of a particular season, commonly associated with Christmas.2) Merry: Full of cheerfulness, liveliness, and high spirits, often associated with festive occasions.3) Joyful: Filled with joy, happiness, and a sense of celebration.4) Cheerful: Marked by a positive and optimistic demeanor; expressing or inspiring joy.5) Festive: Associated with a particular holiday or celebration.6) Christmas Spirit: The feeling of joy, generosity, and goodwill associated with the Christmas season.7) Glittering: Giving off bright, reflected light, often in small, intense flashes, creating a sparkling effect.8) Sparkling: Emitting or reflecting bright, steady light; shining with brilliance.9) Twinkling: Emitting small, rapid flashes of light; shining with a flickering or intermittent glow.

🍂It's still November and Thanksgiving was last Thursday. The main food at Thanksgiving is turkey, but are you familiar with common American English idioms related to turkeys? Do you know what is means "to talk turkey"? Ever thought about quitting something "cold turkey"?🦃 In this episode of the Learn English Podcast, we'll discuss the origins, meanings, and usage of four common turkey-related idioms. You might be surprised to learn how often we use turkeys in American English! These idioms can have meanings that are not obvious, especially if you’re not a native speaker. But don't worry because we'll break down a few popular turkey-related expressions, share their histories, and show you how to use them in everyday conversation. By the end of this episode, you'll have a better understanding of these fun idioms, making your conversations in English even more colorful and engaging.🍗 Don't forget to hit that like button, subscribe, and share this podcast with fellow English learners. Your support fuels our growth and helps us reach an even wider audience. Thank you for being part of our language-learning journey!Podcast website: https://learnenglishpod.com/Follow us on social Media: https://linktr.ee/learnenglishpod📝 Vocabulary list1) To talk turkey: a frank and direct conversation2) Ambiguity: The quality of being open to more than one interpretation.3) Frank: Open, honest, and direct in speech or writing.4) Evasive: Tending to avoid commitment or self-revelation, especially by responding only indirectly.5) Quit cold turkey: abruptly giving up a habit6) Pallid: Pale and lacking color.7) Gobble something up: eating swiftly; figuratively when something is effortlessly accomplished8) Enthusiastically: In a way that shows intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval.9) A stuffed turkey: uncomfortable fullness after eating a meal.10) Indulge: Allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of.

🍽️ It is Thanksgiving week here in the United States, and if there is one thing that makes Thanksgiving special, it's the food! On this episode of the Learn English Podcast, we're exploring the heart of American culture as we go over traditional Thanksgiving foods. We cover the most popular food items eaten on Thanksgiving and discuss how these foods came to be associated with this special holiday.🦃The centerpiece of the feast is the turkey, symbolizing abundance from the first Thanksgiving of 1621. Side dishes like stuffing, mashed potatoes with gravy, and cranberry sauce add flavor to the meal. In this episode, not only will you learn about these classic dishes, but you’ll also discover their history and why they became part of the Thanksgiving dinner table. 🥧If you’ve ever wondered about this holiday or want to learn more about American traditions, this episode is for you. It’s a chance to understand the traditions and cultural aspects behind this beloved holiday in the U.S. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to join us for more language-learning!🔔 Follow us on social media @LearnEnglishPod and visit our website:Podcast website: https://learnenglishpod.com/Follow us on social Media: https://linktr.ee/learnenglishpodDeep fried turkey video: https://youtu.be/iD6-Io7hxEU📝 Vocabulary list1) Holiday season: The period from the end of October to January 1, including holidays like Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.2) Abundant: Existing in large quantities; plentiful; a lot of.3) Patriarch: The male head of a family or tribe.4) Leftovers: Remaining food from a meal that is not consumed and is stored for later use.5) Cavity: A hollow space.6) Bulk out: To increase the quantity or size of something.7) Zest: The outer colored part of the peel of citrus fruit, used as flavoring.8) star of the show: the main attraction or focus9) twofer: a two-for-one deal or something that combines two things10) comfort food: food that is familiar and reassuring