Today we're talking about the phrase far fetched. Do you know this piece of vocabulary already? If not, maybe you'll find today's podcast useful. This can be useful at work, or more generally in life for describing things that are difficult to believe.

DAILY Business English VOCABULARY builder

I hope this podcast doesn't sound too far fetched!

Nous sommes à l’École américaine à Paris. Les élèves sont américains, mais le professeur est français. C’est le premier jour de l’école et la première leçon de français.
Le professeur fait l’appel : les élèves doivent répondre « Présent, monsieur » ou « Absent, monsieur ». Il insiste pour qu’on parle français et non anglais.
Bill, un élève américain, a du mal à comprendre. Le professeur lui dit : « Dans cette classe, on parle français. J’insiste ! Il est défendu de parler anglais en classe. »

Activités :

Répondez en phrases complètes :

Comment les élèves appellent-ils le professeur ?

Qu’est-ce que le prof dit au sujet des élèves américains ?

Qu’est-ce que Bill dit du professeur ?

Est-il défendu de parler anglais dans la classe de français ?

Pourquoi est-ce que Bill ne parle pas français en classe ?

Dialogue – utilisez ces expressions :

Ne m’interrompez pas…

Taisez-vous…

Il est défendu…

Jamais de la vie !

French Stories with Marc and Julie A1-B1

Épisode 6 : À l’école de Julie

Have you ever heard the following phrase before: "I have a gut feeling".  How would you describe this feeling? When do we usually use this expression?
This expression is often used to describe an intuitive or instinctive sense or belief about something, even when there may not be concrete evidence or logical reasoning to support it. The feeling is often described as a sensation in the stomach or abdomen, hence the reference to the "gut."
People commonly use this expression when they have a strong sense or intuition about a situation, decision, or person, but they may not be able to articulate specific reasons for their feelings. It's a way of acknowledging and trusting one's instincts or intuition, which can sometimes be influenced by subtle cues or information that may not be consciously recognized.

Here are some useful words and expressions:

1. Curiosity killed the cat : This is an idiom that suggests being too inquisitive or nosy can lead to trouble or unpleasant consequences. It's often used to caution against excessive curiosity.

2.To grip on something: This phrase means to firmly hold onto or grasp something, either physically or metaphorically. It implies a strong and secure hold.

3.To trip: In a physical sense, to trip means to stumble or lose one's balance, often resulting in a brief fall. In a figurative sense, it can also mean to make a mistake or encounter an obstacle.

4. To be surrounded by: This expression indicates that something or someone is positioned all around a particular place or person. It implies being encircled or encompassed from all sides.

5.Hissing sound: A hissing sound is a noise characterized by a prolonged "s" or "h" sound. It is often produced by air or steam escaping through a small opening, or by certain animals as a warning or defensive signal.





All-Weather English

The story of my encounter with a cobra in the wild. "I have a gut feeling" 

Nick talks about decisions at different ages in people's lives. This will help with IELTS Speaking Part 3 or Writing Part 2. 

IELTS with Nick - World Knowledge 

What kind of big decisions do people make in their lives?

Transcript
https://www.patreon.com/posts/zhong-wen-shi-02-95740701?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link

Lily's Chinese 对话

20240111毛泽东自传节选

Привет! It's Ira and Curtis. We are teachers and decided to record a podcast for you on different topics, where we will speak two different languages: Russian and English.

 

In today's episode, we discussed the difference between men and women and the stereotypes associated with it.

 

Time code:

00:55 – women’s driving

02:30 – men and women as a boss

4:55 – men and women’s navigation skills

07:56 – women talk a lot 

10:35 – multitasking 

17:05 – colors perception 

19:15 – men and women’s vision 

21:30 – men are better at telling jokes

24:40 – women are more emotional 

 

For each next podcast, we will pick a specific topic and discuss it. If you have any ideas for topics that you would like to listen to - write us =)

Pro bilingual 

03 ПРО Bilingual: the stereotypes about men and women.

Beginner Chinese Listening：音乐 Music

Beginner Chinese Listening

Just a cute little episode about sleeping habits, but this time the text is of an intermediate level. 


Idioms:

Мягко стелешь, жестко спать - stop lying;
Вернемся к нашим баранам - let's go back to the topic;
Что Черчилль пил на ночь - just a fun tongue twister.



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