Hey guys, this is Aneleh, your favorite Portuguese tutor. In today’s podcast we’ll talk about: Portuguese/English false friends part 4.
Before I start, everything that I say here will be in the podcast description for you to read, you just need to click on this link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HQcAKEsxna6MkgvtF17Xv1DJyFP2tFB1Hg3CkGE-yCM/edit?usp=sharing
And if you’re an advanced student you can skip directly to the Portuguese part at one minute and twenty seconds. 
Let 's go? 

Portuguese Drops 

Portuguese/English false friends (4)

What if the very thing driving you forward—your desire for success, money, or a better life—is actually the thing keeping you unhappy? In this episode of The Everyday English Podcast, host Mohammad Riaz breaks down a powerful and slightly uncomfortable quote: “Desire is a contract that you make with yourself to be unhappy until you get what you want.”

The Everyday English Podcast

The Happiness Trap: Rethinking Your Desires

In this episode you will find alternative words and colloquial expressions to the word "random"

De todo un poco

Random? ¿Qué dices? Alternativas a la palabra inglesa "random"

안녕하세요. 오늘은 가을이 다가오는 날에 대해 이야기해 볼게요! 고급자를 위한 이야기예요. 잘 들어보세요!:)

<C1-C2> *마지막 한걸음! The last step!*

(고급) 가을이 다가오는 날

Laura's English Podcast

Introduction

In this short episode, you will  learn the meaning of  {  Essential } 

Engsavvy ( 504 Absolutely Essential Words )

Lesson 3 Word 6 (  Essential ) 

In this podcast, we talk about the following ten words:
Souvenir: Derived from the French word "souvenir," meaning "to remember," this word entered English in the late 18th century. It refers to an object or memento that serves as a reminder of a person, place, or event.

Rendezvous: Originating from the French phrase "rendez-vous," which means "meeting" or "appointment," this word entered English in the 16th century. 

Cuisine: Borrowed directly from French, "cuisine" refers to a style or method of cooking, often associated with a particular culture or region. It encompasses the preparation and presentation of food.

Fiancé/Fiancée: These terms come from the French words "fiancé" (masculine) and "fiancée" (feminine), both meaning "engaged." They are used to describe a person who is engaged to be married.

Déjà vu: This widely recognized phrase comes from French, where it literally means "already seen." It refers to the feeling or sensation that one has experienced the present situation before, even though it is new.

Encore: Borrowed from French, "encore" means "again" or "once more." It is often used in the context of a performance to request an additional or repeated act from the performer.

Lingerie: Derived from the French word "lingerie," this term refers to women's underwear and intimate apparel. It encompasses a range of garments, including bras, panties, nightgowns, and robes.

Décor: Also borrowed from French, "décor" denotes the overall style, arrangement, and aesthetics of a space or setting. It refers to the decorative elements used to enhance the ambiance or atmosphere.

Croissant: This word, of French origin, describes a flaky and crescent-shaped pastry. It has become popular worldwide and is often enjoyed as a breakfast or snack item.

Ballet: Originating from French, "ballet" refers to a highly expressive and intricate form of dance. It combines precise movements, graceful gestures, and storytelling to create a visual spectacle.


English on the Road 

Top Ten English Words with French Origins

This episode introduces three idioms that use the word tide. Listen to the examples to hear how to use them. Please send me a message if you would like a copy of the audio script.

Idiom Corner

Tide

I was listening to a podcast of Jim Rohn and he was talking about the characteristics of a high performance person. In this podcast, I will be describing some characteristics of a high performance person.