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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" 

Sobre el sufijo -ова- y sus peculiaridades. 

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Slice of English 

Welcome to Slice of English

❥ In this podcast, Teacher Melody from The Aesop for Children. 
❥ Aesop's Fables are free online at:
www.read.gov/aesop/ 
❥ Listen and learn the moral of each story.
❥ Follow along as Teacher Melody Aesop's well-known fable called 
"The Town Mouse & the Country Mouse"
https://www.read.gov/aesop/004.html
❥The moral of today’s fable is: 
"Poverty with security is better than plenty in the midst of fear and uncertainty."

Life Lessons from Aesop's Fables

Episode 3: The Town Mouse & the Country Mouse

【第十二課】陳太太在家嗎？ Is Mrs. Chen Home?

【For the kids  Level 1】Let's learn Chinese !

33.【第十二課】陳太太在家嗎？ Is Mrs. Chen Home?

What do you do when you have 1 minute to prepare for part 2 ? How do you spend your precious 1 minute ?

IELTS Speaking Practice

SPEAKING TEST PART 2 - 1 minute prep 

En Argentina, una comida compartida no siempre termina cuando se retiran los platos. Después del almuerzo o de la cena, es habitual que familiares y amigos permanezcan sentados alrededor de la mesa, conversando, tomando café o mate y disfrutando de la compañía. A este momento se lo conoce como sobremesa.
Puede durar unos minutos o prolongarse durante horas, especialmente los fines de semana y en las reuniones familiares. Más que una continuación de la comida, es un espacio dedicado a conversar, intercambiar opiniones, contar historias y fortalecer los vínculos. En una vida cotidiana marcada por los horarios y las obligaciones, la sobremesa representa una pausa en la que estar con los demás se convierte en una forma de aprovechar el tiempo.
Sin embargo, esta costumbre también permite observar cómo cada cultura entiende de manera diferente el tiempo, la hospitalidad y las relaciones personales. En algunos contextos culturales, retirarse poco después de terminar de comer es completamente normal, mientras que para algunos argentinos levantarse inmediatamente podría interpretarse como una señal de apuro o de poco interés en continuar el encuentro.
Estas diferencias pueden provocar pequeños malentendidos entre personas de distintos países, porque un mismo comportamiento puede tener significados diferentes según quién lo interprete. La sobremesa nos recuerda, por lo tanto, que muchas de las conductas que consideramos naturales o educadas no son universales, sino culturales, y nos plantea una pregunta interesante:
