A:今天的西瓜怎么卖？
B：三块五一斤
A:比昨天便宜
B:是，苹果也比昨天便宜一些。您来点吧。

HSK2

HSK2-11-Text 3

This episode is an introduction of myself, the host  and some idioms and their meanings

THE PODCAST

IDIOMS ON THE PODCAST

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" 

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Привет! Это мой подкаст «По-русски легко»! Мои студенты иногда спрашивают меня: почему в России так много праздничных нерабочих дней? Я уже рассказывала про длинные новогодние каникулы в январе. А сегодня я расскажу вам, почему в России люди много отдыхают в мае.
Прежде всего, как мы узнаём, когда и сколько нерабочих дней будет в следующем году? Каждый год Правительство Российской Федерации утверждает производственный календарь на следующий год. Потом газеты и интернет-ресурсы публикуют актуальный календарь. Люди знают когда и сколько у них будет нерабочих праздничных дней.
В мае в России празднуют два важных праздника. 1 мая — Праздник Весны и Труда, 9 мая — День Победы.
В 2025 году 1 мая – это четверг. Поэтому россияне отдыхали с 1 мая по 4 мая – четверг, пятница, суббота, воскресенье
9 мая — День Победы – очень важный праздник в России. Люди буду отдыхать 8, 9, 10, 11 мая. Это значит, мы не будем работать с четверга по воскресенье. Итак, это будет короткая рабочая неделя, всего 3 рабочих дня – понедельник, вторник, среда.
В этот праздничный период будет много официальных мероприятий. По всей стране пройдут концерты, парады, выставки и фестивали. Это очень интересно. Если вы будете в России, я рекомендую вам посмотреть. 
Многие люди берут дополнительные дни отпуска и уезжают отдыхать в отпуск на неделю. А ещё в майские праздники люди ездят на дачу, на пикник или просто гуляют в парках. 

По-русски легко!

Майские праздники в России

Remember, if you want to score a band 7 in your IELTS speaking test, it’s important to use some less common idiomatic expressions.

The best place to slip these idioms into your speech is in part 2, because you have 1 minute to prepare. If you are a clever clogs, you will be able to sneak your idioms into your speech naturally. 

When preparing for your exam it’s best to always try to go the extra mile, because there is a lot to learn.

Firstly, you have to learn how to use linking phrases. To be honest, I have to admit these are sometimes tricky to remember. On the other hand, once you have learned them, they can be difficult to forget.

Secondly, you have to learn how to paraphrase, and use synonyms. It’s good to spend time in a thesaurus and arm yourself with lots of alternative words. If you do this you will gain ground. 

Thirdly, in order to avoid feeling lost at sea when you take your exam, make sure you have one or two idioms up your sleeve. You can’t teach an old dog new tricks, but you can teach an English student a new idiom. 

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