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source: Daily Listening 2017年1月29日
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Visual Vocabulary - To Muddy the Waters
source: EnglishAnyone 2016年10月5日
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Today’s expression is “to muddy the waters.” This is a very common phrase meaning to make a situation or issue more complex or confusing by adding additional, and often unimportant, information or elements.
Imagine you’re standing in a shallow, beautiful stream. It’s a sunny day in the forest, and you can look down through the clear water at your feet.
The mud on the bottom of the stream is undisturbed, and you can see little fish swimming by your toes.
But, once you begin to move your feet, you send mud from the bottom of the stream up into the water, making the stream cloudy and reducing visibility.
Like muddying the waters of a real stream, when you add lots of additional, unnecessary things to a situation or issue, you make it more confusing and difficult to understand.
# “To muddy the waters” is a phrase you can use in both professional and casual situations:
A: By introducing all of that extra data at end of the meeting, Tom just muddied the waters.
B: I know. Sometimes he can explain things too much.
A: I hope I’m not muddying the waters, but there are a few other things about the project we need to consider.
B: I understand. It’s important to be thorough.
A: Stop muddying the waters! No one cares about all of these useless facts!
B: I’m sorry. Forget everything else. Just follow the instructions on the form.
A: Let me tell you exactly what we’re going to do each day on our vacation!
B: You’d muddy the waters of my enjoyment by explaining everything now. Just tell me only what we’re going to do next.
How to Sell and Convince in English featuring Fluency MC
source: Simple English Videos 2017-01-30
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Learn 20 Powerful Adjectives in English
source: Espresso English 2017年1月29日
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Slang: 13 Funny Word Mash-Ups in English
source: Learn English with Ronnie! [engVid] 2017年1月20日
Word mash-ups are slang terms made of two words to describe something in more detail. For example, "brunch" is a combination of "breakfast" and "lunch", and it means a meal that combines both breakfast and lunch foods. In this lesson, I will teach you many common word mash-ups that native English speakers use, such as "hangry", "skort", "shart", "ginormous", "spork", "sexting", and more. Many of these words are so common that they are almost considered standard English vocabulary, so it is important to know them. You can even create your own word mash-ups, and maybe they will become popular! At the end of the lesson, test your knowledge by doing the quiz, and don't forget to submit your own ideas for new word mash-ups in the comments section! http://www.engvid.com/slang-13-funny-...
English at University: 9 - Learn phrases you can use in a canteen
source: BBC Learning English 2016年11月9日
It's the most important time of the day – dinner time – and Mary's gone to the canteen with Abi. But Mary's hasn't quite worked out the system for getting what she wants.
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TRANSCRIPT
Narrator
Welcome back to English at University - the series that teaches some English phrases to help you through your first year of study abroad. It's the most important time of the day – dinner time – time for some grub – I mean food - and Mary's gone to the canteen with Abi but Mary's hasn't quite worked out the system for getting what she wants.
Abi
…some of that… and some of that… ooo, and a bit of that…
Mary
Gosh, that's a lot of food Abi.
Abi
Yeah but you can eat as much as you like here – it's the same price – so go on, fill your boots! I'll see you over at the table.
Mary
Fill my boots?
Narrator
She means eat a lot! Abi may be pigging out on lots of food but you don't have to. Do you need some help Mary?
Mary
Yes please. I can't remember where anything is – and I'm a vegetarian but the food labels are so confusing.
Narrator
Don't worry. Before you tuck in to a vegetarian meal, just ask 'can you tell me which food is suitable for vegetarians?' or 'has this got meat in it?' and then when you want to find stuff like the cutlery – the knives and forks – just ask 'where can I can find…' or 'do you have any…?' Go on give it a go.
Mary
OK then. Excuse me, can you tell me if you have any food suitable for vegetarians… please?
Dinner lady
Dunno… have we got any veggie stuff? Well there's the spaghetti bolognaise over there.
Mary
Ermm… has that got meat in it?
Dinner lady
Well a little bit.
Prof. Not
Hi Mary… looking for something veggie? I'd recommend the lentil dal over there… delicious… a real taste of Asia.
Mary
Thanks Professor. But what are you doing here?
Prof.Not
Well err… my wife… Mrs Not… likes me to eat out sometimes… since I… err…not to worry.
Dinner lady
Right, anything else? I just need your meal ticket. No… that's a blue one… for breakfast… you need a red one for dinner.
Prof. Not
Allow me… I have a spare ticket… there you go.
Mary
Thanks. Now, where do I find the knives and forks?
Prof. Not
Just over here…. Oh no, it's that idiot Daniel.
Daniel
Hello Mary… Professor Not… can I join you, tell you about my business idea? I got the idea from your book…. look… ooops…
Prof.Not
Idiot! Now I have lentil dal all over my suit – what will Mrs Not say?
Mary
Oh dear. Excuse me, do you have any serviettes?
Narrator
What a mess! Daniel has certainly left his mark on Professor Not but at least Mary has managed to find her way around the canteen. Here are some of the phrases she used…
Excuse me, can you tell me if you have any food suitable for vegetarians please?
Has this got meat in it?
Where can I find…?
Do you have any…?
You can practise these phrases, pick up a few more plus learn some top tips for studying in the UK on our website at bbclearningenglish.com. Now, back to dinner – and Daniel won't be stuffing himself with food – he's got some clearing up to do.
Daniel
So sorry about that… if I just scrape this bit off… err you'll be fine.
Prof.Not
So what was your 'business idea'? Dry cleaning perhaps?
Daniel
No… it was an idea to…
Prof.Not
Never mind. See you at tomorrow's lecture. It starts at 10am sharp. Goodbye.
Mary
Oh dear Daniel. Would you like to share my food?!
'There's Something Off About Them' (There's something wrong with them.)
source: VOA Learning English 2016年12月23日
On English @ the Movies today, we teach you about the saying "there's something off about them." It is from the funny movie "Keeping up with the Joneses." The story is about two spies who move into a neighborhood. Watch our video to find out if you know what "there's something off about them" means!
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Business skills required in this digital age - Develop interpersonal skills and personality
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1. Develop good communication skills
2. Improve relationship building
3. Follow time management
4. Work on your passion
5. Be flexible and adaptable
When You Don't Get Along - Relationships English
source: Twominute English 2013年3月14日
So you are having problems with someone. You need to tell him or somebody else about the situation before it gets out of hand! In this lesson you will hear the words and phrases that you can use when you're in this sort of situation.
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0:06 In this lesson, we will learn what to say when you dislike someone’s behaviour or attitude
0:17 Hello Mr. Watson. I wanted to talk to you about something. Is this the right time?
0:23 Yes Katy. What is it?
0:25 Well, I haven't told you this before. But Ms. Annie has always been rude to me.
0:31 What happened? What makes you think that?
0:35 She’s always shouting at me no matter what. I mean, she’s always shouting for no reason.
0:42 Oh Katy. Annie’s been here for many years. That doesn't sound like her.
0:47 I’m sure there’s been some miscommunication.
0:51 I think you should talk to her and look into this matter. Its very hard to work this way.
0:57 Don't worry. I will talk to her about it.
1:00 Thank you Mr. Watson.
1:07 Come on man! Just try to be decent and courteous in this office.
1:11 What happened dude? What did I do?
1:15 I know you've been telling people some awful things. If you have a problem with me, just let me know.
1:19 There’s no need to go behind my back.
1:22 Look, I think you are mistaken. I didn't say anything about you to anyone.
1:28 I overheard you yesterday. So there’s no point in denying it.
1:33 If you want to get along with people in this office, just stop gossiping around.
1:37 This is embarrassing. I’m sorry. That won’t happen again.
1:46 I need some help from you Gerard.
1:49 What is it?
1:51 I have an interview for my visa. Can you take care of the work here ‘til I’m back?
1:56 I’m sorry Katy. I won't be able to help you this time
2:01 Oh Gerard ! Don’t do this please. It’s really important.
2:06 I know. But I’m always doing you favors and when I ask you for any, you don’t help me out. So not this time.
2:16 Oh I get it Gerard. You know what? Never mind!
2:25 Hey Jack. Have you met the new guy yet?
2:28 No. Why do you look so annoyed?
2:31 It’s Gerard. The new guy. He is just so annoying.
2:36 Why? What happened?
2:38 He’s just started here and he’s already flirting with me everywhere.
2:42 Is that so? Why don’t you tell our boss what’s going on?
2:46 Nah! I want to give him a chance so I gave him a fair warning first.
2:51 Then I guess you should avoid him for now.
2:54 Yeah. I’ll probably do that.
3:00 I wanted to talk to you about something.
3:04 But Ms. Annie has always been rude to me.
3:11 Its very hard to work this way.
3:16 I know you've been telling people some awful things.
3:22 There’s no need to go behind my back.
3:28 I’m sorry Katy. I won't be able to help you this time.
3:36 You know what? Never mind!
3:43 Why do you look so annoyed?
CNN 10 with subtitles | January 27, 2017 | Fridays are AWESOME | Daily Listening
source: Daily Listening 2017年1月26日
CNN 10 | January 27, 2017 | Fridays are AWESOME | Daily Listening hightlights: One foreign leader arrives in the U.S. while another cancels his trip; one holiday triggers the world's largest annual human migration; and one record-holding mountain is suspected to have shrunk after an earthquake struck. Travel the world with us this Friday on CNN 10!
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English Pronunciation: How to say words ending in -OUGH & -AUGH
source: English Lessons with Adam 2017年1月25日
Learn how to say these difficult words correctly in English! Does "cough" rhyme with "off" or with "cow"? How about "drought", "laugh", and "through"? How would you pronounce these words? I understand these may confuse you, because the pronunciations are different depending on the word. In this lesson, we will look at the different sounds of words with the endings "-ough" and "-augh". This lesson will improve your speaking and listening skills, so be sure to watch and complete the quiz at http://www.engvid.com/english-pronunc...
Visual Vocabulary - To Sit on the Fence
source: EnglishAnyone 2016年12月9日
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Today’s expression is “to sit on the fence.” This is a very common idiom meaning to be unsure about a choice.
Imagine you’re sitting on a brick wall between two fields, and must decide which field to plant your garden in. One field gets more sunlight, but the other has more nutrients. Both look good, so you remain stuck on the wall unable to choose.
In life, we’re often confronted with hard choices, and when we can’t decide, we say we’re “on the fence” about the issue.
# “To sit on the fence” is an idiom you can use in both professional and casual situations:
A: Which muffin should I get? Apple or blueberry? They both look so good!
B: I know! I’m on the fence, too. I don’t know if I should get the cherry or pumpkin pie!
A: The boss is sitting on the fence about the merger.
B: Hope he makes a decision about whether to do it or not soon.
A: Are you on the fence about which college to go to?
B: Yep. Both of them look so great!
A: Those who spend all their time sitting on the fence can’t become great leaders.
B: Yeah, you have to be able to make decisions quickly.
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Making Excuses - Saying you can't do something in English
source: Twominute English 2013年1月17日
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0:07 In this lesson, we are going to learn the phrases that we can use when we have to make an excuse because we are unable to do something.
0:19 Hey, what’s up?
0:21 Nothing much, busy as usual with work.
0:24 I am planning to go to the beach this Saturday. Would you join in?
0:29 Wow! I wish I could. But I am going outside the city on Saturday for a meeting so I can’t make it.
0:36 Oh that’s sad to hear Lizzie. It will really be fun.
0:40 I know but I am stuck with work. I will join you guys some other time.
0:50 Excuse me professor. I have a problem and I need to leave the class early.
0:55 What could be more important than School Elizabeth?
0:58 I need to go to the airport to pick a relative.
1:03 And how do you intend to make up for the missed class?
1:06 I will get the notes from my friends, and I will study them at home.
1:10 Alright, but remember there’s a test this Tuesday which will have questions from today’s lesson.
1:16 Thanks professor. I’ll make sure I cover what I miss.
1:20 Okay, I will excuse you today.
1:27 Mike, you were supposed to bring me the financial report 2 days ago. Where is it?
1:32 I am just about to finish it John. Just need another hour.
1:37 Hey! I needed it yesterday! What took so long?
1:40 I am sorry, but I wasn’t in yesterday because I was ill.
1:45 Oh really? I didn’t know that. Well I hope you’re feeling better and you can finish this report now.
1:51 It’s ready. I just need to check a couple of things. I will be down in your office in about an hour.
1:59 Thank you Mike. I need the report to make a presentation tomorrow.
2:02 No problems. It will be ready.
2:09 Hey, Where were you last night John! We waited for you so long at the party.
2:15 I am sorry I couldn’t make it to the party. I had to stay late at the office.
2:19 But I told you about the party 5 days ago!
2:22 Yeah I know, but I had a presentation the next day and I needed to prepare.
2:27 You could have called John.
2:29 Yes, I am sorry. I was just buried in work.
2:33 Hmmm.. Okay. Well don’t do this again.
2:41 Hey! I needed it yesterday! What took so long?
2:47 I will get the notes from my friends, and I will study them at home.
2:56 I am sorry I couldn’t make it to the party. I had to stay late at the office.
3:04 But I am going outside the city on Saturday for a meeting so I can’t make it.
3:15 I have a problem and I need to leave the class early.
English at University: 8 - Learn phrases about asking for help finding a book
source: BBC Learning English 2016年11月7日
New student Mary is settling into university life but still hasn't visited the most important place you'll need to go to, to help you with your studies. It's a great place for a bookworm like Mary – it's the library.
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TRANSCRIPT
Narrator
Hello and welcome to English at University - the series that teaches some English phrases to help you through your first year of study abroad.
New student Mary is settling into university life but still hasn't visited the most important place you'll need to go to, to help you with your studies. It's a great place for a bookworm like Mary – it's the library. So Mary, have you got your library card with you?
Mary
Yes, I've got it thanks.
Narrator
And your reading list – the list of books you need to read for this year's course?
Mary
I've got it here… I just need to find the books now. Ah, here I am now – The Library.
Sharon
Next…
Mary
Sharon! Do you work here as well?
Sharon
Yes, we tend to double up round here. It's the funding cuts – the university's not got that much money – anyway dear, I suppose you're looking for some books?
Mary
Yes, that's right. Where can I find books about business please?
Sharon
Down there, turn left, then right, then to the end… under 'B'… B for biology…
Mary
and 'Business'. Thanks.
Oh no… oh dear… none of the books I need are here!
Narrator
Oh dear Mary. A bibliophile like you – someone who loves reading - needs to get to the library early if you want to get the books you need - but don't worry, I'm sure you can reserve them.
Mary
Reserve them? But what do I say?
Narrator
Go and ask Sharon to check if she has your books in stock – and if not ask if she can reserve them for you – and see if she can put them by for you… that means keep them for a period of time until you can collect them…
Mary
OK, I'll do just that. Thanks.
Sharon
Next! Oh it's you again… any luck?
Mary
No, I'm afraid not. I can't find anything. Please could you check if you have any of these in stock.
Sharon
No… no… no. Sorry, no. It looks like a DANIEL SMYTHE has them all out at the moment.
Mary
Oh dear. Well, perhaps you could reserve them for me please?
Sharon
Of course dear.
Mary
OK. So could you put them by for me when they come in please?
Sharon
Certainly dear. We'll send you an email when they're back in.
Mary
…and when do you think they will be available?
Sharon
Let's have a look… three weeks' time.
Mary
Three weeks? That's too late! I need them for my studies.
Narrator
Don't panic Mary, I'm sure we'll find a solution. But well done for trying to get hold of those important course text books. You've managed to ask for help and at least reserve the books you need, using these useful phrases…
Please could you check if you have any of these books in stock?
Could reserve them for me please?
Could you put them by for me when they come in please?
When do you think they will be available?
You can practise these phrases, pick up a few more plus learn some top tips about studying in the UK on our website at bbclearningenglish.com. Now, Mary's back in her room. Before she can hit the books – I mean study hard - she needs to get hold of some text books for the next lecture so what's she going to do?
Abi
Oh hi Mary. Something on your mind?
Mary
Yes, all the text books I need have been taken out of the library.
Abi
Oh never mind, there's never time to read those boring books anyway… but hold on… I think I did buy some of them when I was in the first year… let's have a look… there, how about this one?
Mary
'Mind Your Own Business'! – yes, that's one of them – it looks almost new. Thanks Abi!
Abi
Don't mention it. I don't think I ever read it. You can keep it. Now come on, it's time to eat.
Let's Learn English Lesson 40 Pronunciation Practice
source: VOA Learning English 2017年1月5日
In this video, learn about using stress to emphasize words in a sentence.
Let's Learn English Lesson 40: The Woods Are Alive
source: VOA Learning English 2016年12月30日
Anna wants to try something new in the new year. She wants to be an actor on the stage. How will she do in her audition? See the whole lesson at http://learningenglish.voanews.com/a/...
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Let's Learn English Lesson 40 Speaking Practice
source: VOA Learning English 2016年12月29日
In this video, learn how to say the new words. Then learn about asking for and giving feedback. See all of Lesson 40 at http://learningenglish.voanews.com/a/...
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Dining etiquette rules - 4 things to avoid at the dinner table - personality development video
source: Skillopedia - Skills for the real world 2016年2月15日
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1) When at the dinner table with people around there are certain things that you need to avoid. Things that can be a little offensive and that you need to avoid are
- Do not chew with your mouth open
- Never speak with a full mouth
- So not try to reach out for something that's not close to you, ask someone to pass it to you.
- Toothpicks should be used in private not as you walk out of the restaurant or dig your teeth in front of the people you eat with.
2) Be courteous and let others speak before you
3) Continue eating
4) Compliment
CNN 10 with subtitles | January 26, 2017 | Major changes to U.S. immigration policy | D...
source: Daily Listening 2017年1月25日
CNN 10 | January 26, 2017 | Major changes to U.S. immigration policy | Daily Listening hightlights: Israeli settlements in the West Bank, major changes to U.S. immigration policy, and a new high note for the Dow Jones Industrial Average: These are our main stories today on CNN 10. We'll test your stock market knowledge, and we'll explain how you can name a roach in the name of love.
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Best ways to ask someone's name
source: Learn English with Let's Talk 2017年1月23日
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Your full name- complete name-first, Middle and last name (surname/family -name)nickname-called by a different name other than you official name-victoria –vicky, Thomas-tom..nicknames can also be kept based on your personality or appearance-lefty..sugar
Maiden name –last name before marriage for a woman, after marriage some women choose to keep both names (maiden and married) and hyphenate their last name
Pseudonym-official name but different from your real name-kept for privacy reasons..writers have a pen name-stage actors/entertainers. Musicians-stage name
Alias-alternative name-used usually by criminals to deceive people
Named after-named after a certain person or in honor of that person
Didn’t catch your name-didn’t hear someone introducing their name-polite way of asking them to repeat it again
I’m terrible with names-have difficulty remembering names
Does the name ring a bill/mean anything to you-does a name sound familiar/do you recognize the name from somewhere
Protect their good name-preserving their good reputation
To give a bad name-to cause people to lose respect for a person or thing
Make a name for yourself-become well known for your work or activity
Household name-known by a lot of people
Call someone names-calling someone by a rude or offensive name to insult the person..eg. fatty
Clear your name-proving yourself innocent after being suspected or accused of a crime
Drop names-emotions the name of important people that one is connected with to make oneself appear important
Don’t want to name names-don’t want to reveal names of people who are involved in something..especially something illegal
You name it-anything you want or can imagine
British Pronunciation - /əʊ/ vowel sound (oh / throw / although)
source: ETJ English 2017年1月25日
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In this British pronunciation lesson, I talk about another very important vowel sound. You need to practice this if you want to sound like a fluent British English speaker.
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Drinking Vocabulary
source: Learn English with Papa Teach Me 2014年3月18日
How can you talk about how drunk you were last night? ...Or are going to be tonight? This lesson we show you the levels of being drunk, and the wonderful things it does to your body!
Of course there are more ways to say "drunk", but we couldn't fit them all in this video! So here they are:
Effed, Pissed, Legless, F**ked, Tipsy,Wrecked, Schlitzed, Merry, Three sheets to the wind, Blind, Pickled, Leathered, Buzzed, Off the wagon, Trashed, On a bender, Looped/loopy, Gunned, Pixilated, Ripped, Sloshed, Gone, Done, Hammered, Wasted, Sauced, Liquored up, Boozy, Happy, Wrecked, Stiff, Intoxicated, Under the Influence, Plastered, Inebriated, Loaded, Tanked, Decimated, Dot Cottoned
Battered, Befuggered, Bernard Langered, Bladdered, Blasted, Blathered, Bleezin, Blitzed, Blootered, Blottoed, Bluttered, Boogaloo, Brahms & Liszt, Buckled, Burlin, Cabbaged, Chevy Chased, Clobbered
Decimated, Dot Cottoned, Druck-steaming, Drunk as a Lord, Drunk as a skunk, Etched, Fecked, Fleemered (Germany), Four to the floor, Gatted, Goosed, Got my beer goggles on, Guttered (Inverness), Had a couple of shickers, Hammer-blowed, Hammered, Hanging, Having the whirlygigs, Howling, Inebriated, Intoxicated, Jahalered, Jaiked up (West of Scotland), Jan'd - abbrev for Jan Hammered, Jaxied, Jeremied, Jolly, Kaned, Lagged up, Lamped, Langered (Ireland) [also langers, langerated], Laroped, or alt. larrupt, Lashed, Leathered, Legless, Liquored up (South Carolina), Locked, Locked out of your mind (Ireland), Loo la, Mad wey it, Mandoo-ed, Mangled, Manky, Mashed, Meff'd, Merl Haggard, Merry, Minced, Ming-ho, Minging, Moired, Monged, Monkey-full, Mottled, Mullered, Newcastled, Nicely irrigated with horizontal lubricant, Off me pickle, Off me trolley, On a campaign, Out of it, Out yer tree, Paggered, Palintoshed, Paraletic, Peelywally, Peevied, Pickled, Pie-eyed, Pished, Plastered, Poleaxed, Pollatic, Rat-legged (Stockport), Ratted, Ravaged, Razzled, Reek-ho, Rendered, Rosy glow, Rubbered, Ruined, Saying hello to Mr Armitage, Scattered, Schindlers, Screwed, Scuttered (Dublin), Shedded [as in " My shed has collapsed taking most of the fence with it"], Slaughtered, Sloshed, Smashed, Snatered (Ireland), Snobbled (Wales), Sozzled, Spangled, Spannered, Spiffed, Spongelled, Squiffy, Steamin, Steampigged, Stocious, Stonkin, Tanked, Tashered, Tipsy, Trashed, Trollied, Troubled, Trousered, Twisted, Warped, Wasted, Wellied, With the fairies, Wrecked, Zombied
SET phrasal verbs
source: MrSkypelessons 2017年1月24日
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Here is an English lesson on some of the most common phrasal verbs which contain the verb SET. Answer the following questions:
1) How much time do you set aside for learning English?
2) Which skills and qualities set you apart from your colleagues?
3) Have you ever been set upon? What happened?
4) How much did your computer set you back?
5) What time did you set off for work this morning?
6) Are you able to set forth clearly your ideas in a meeting?
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Visual Vocabulary - To Hit the Nail on the Head
source: EnglishAnyone 2016年11月26日
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Today’s expression is “to hit the nail on the head.” This is a very common idiom meaning to do or say something exactly right.
A nail consists of three parts, the point at the end, the long shaft, called the shank, and the head.
When hitting the head of a nail with a hammer, you sometimes don’t strike the nail perfectly, leading the nail to bend or move in a way that makes it difficult to drive into the wood. But when you hit the nail on the head perfectly, the nail slides quickly and easily into the wood.
From this physical idea, we get the figurative idea of doing or saying something perfectly when we “hit the nail on the head.” The “nail” in this case may be an action we perform, or something we say that’s perfect for the situation.
# “To hit the nail on the head” can be used in both professional and casual situations:
A: Tom had a really great idea about how to solve the problem with the product.
B: Yeah! He really hit the nail on the head.
A: Your sister hit the nail on the head when she got a perfect 10 at the gymnastics competition.
B: I know! She’s been practicing for a really long time.
A: What do you think of the idea?
B: You didn’t quite hit the nail on the head, but you’re not far off.
A: I’m a bit worried about my presentation. Are you sure it’s OK?
B: Don’t worry. You’re guaranteed to hit the nail on the head!
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English at University: 7 - Learn phrases about getting yourself heard
source: BBC Learning English 2016年10月24日
Mary's had her first Business Studies lecture and now she's decided to go to Professor Not's evening seminar – that's when a group of students meet with their teacher to discuss what they've learnt. But the problem is there's always a chatterbox – you know, someone who likes to do all the talking!
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Transcript:
Narrator
It's time for English at University - the series that teaches some English phrases to help you through your first year of study abroad. Mary's had her first Business Studies lecture and now she's decided to go to Professor Not's evening seminar - that's when a group of students meet with their teacher to discuss what they've learnt. But the problem is there's always a chatterbox - you know, someone who likes to do all the talking...
Prof Not
So glad you could make my seminar Mary... although I don't know where everyone else is... maybe it's the rain.
Mary
...well, it is quite wet out there...
Sharon
...there you go Robert - red wine for you and - oh, hello... it's Mary isn't it?
Mary
What are you doing here - I thought you just did administration?
Sharon
I do... but Robert, I mean Professor Not, likes help with his spreadsheets and photocopying and stuff.
Prof Not
Yes, I give you a lift home after the seminar - as you live round the corner from me.
Mary
Oh right, I didn't know...
Sharon
...anyway, don't mind me. I'll just sit here while you chat about clever things like business - is it just you tonight Mary?
Daniel
I'm not too late am I... you did say eight o'clock?
Prof Not
Yes I did - come and sit down... no, not on my books... just there. Have you met Sharon?
Sharon
Hello!
Prof Not
So, let's begin shall we. Now I talked about business being an economic system, but what do we mean by 'system'?
Mary
I think...
Daniel
Well, obviously a system is a thing... you know...
Mary
But...
Daniel
And 'economic' is about... the economy. Yeah?
Narrator
Daniel - put a sock in it! You can't get a word in edgeways with him around. Mary, don't let him dominate the conversation - he needs to pipe down and you need to speak up - be polite but firm and say you want a chance to speak...
Mary
Oh right, if I must. Daniel - would you mind if I had a chance to speak please?
Daniel
Oh right... yeah, of course... I was just explaining that economics is...
Mary
I know... but I would like to say something too, if you don't mind.
Prof Not
Exactly. I think Mary should give us her views - so Daniel... zip it... please.
Mary
Thank you for giving me the chance to speak. I'd like to contribute to the discussion and say that to be in business you need something to sell.
Sharon
Oh, that's very good Mary.
Narrator
Excellent Mary - very impressive. Once Daniel stopped talking your ears off, you finally got a chance to express yourself with the help of these useful phrases...
Would you mind if I had a chance to speak please?
I would like to say something too, if you don't mind.
Thank you for giving me the chance to speak.
I'd like to contribute to the discussion please.
Narrator
You can practise these phrases, pick up a few more plus learn some top tips for studying in the UK on our website at bbclearningenglish.com. Now, how's Professor Not's seminar going?
Prof Not
...so I think you'll find some useful stuff in my book 'Mind Your Own Business' - but we'll call it a day for now - I'll see you at my next lecture.
Mary/Daniel
Oh yes... thank you... it's all very interesting.
Sharon
Oh look at the rain out there - it's pouring. Still giving me a lift home Robert, hmmm?
Prof Not
Yes, yes, of course - maybe I could drop you off on the way home too Mary?
Mary
If it's not too much trouble...
Prof Not
Of course not Mary. But sorry Daniel, it's quite a small car so I don't think we'll fit you in.
Daniel
How to deal with workplace conflicts - Develop your personality and business skills.
source: Skillopedia - Skills for the real world 2016年2月8日
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1. Approach a conflict with an open mind.
2. Control your emotions.
3. Stop assuming.
4. View a conflict as an opportunity.
Food You Hate to Eat - Fun English Lesson
source: Twominute English 2013年3月8日
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0:07 Here are some phrases and words you can use to talk about food you hate
0:14 Hey Pearl. What are you doing?
0:17 Hey Katy. Nothing much. I’m just trying to make some beet salad.
0:21 Beet salad ? You gotta be kidding me!
0:24 Err..no I’m not. What’s wrong about that?
0:28 Eww.. I just hate beets.
0:31 Oh! I didn't know you had such a strong opinion about it.
0:34 But I do. I never liked it. I prefer to skip a meal rather than eating it.
0:40 Well, I’ll keep that in mind next time I invite you over for dinner!
0:49 Let’s order something Jamie. I’m really hungry.
0:53 So am I. Any suggestions?
0:56 I think a pizza would be fine. What do you say?
0:59 Yeah sure. It’s a great idea.
1:02 But make sure there won’t be any anchovies on it.
1:05 Why? Don't you like them? Or are you allergic or something?
1:10 I can’t even stand their smell! I’m fine with anything else you order. Just don’t include anchovies.
1:17 Gosh, they are disgusting.
1:20 Alright, alright!. I’ll ask for a Margherita. No anchovies on that.
1:25 Yeah, that'd be perfect!
1:32 Hey Jake. What’s up?
1:34 Not much.
1:36 Man, something smells bad in here. Didn't you notice it?
1:42 Err..no, I did not.
1:46 Oh, it has to be this awful, smelly and moldy cheese you insist to eat.
1:52 Were you having it just now?
1:55 Ah, c’mon. Yes, I just had some salad with it. Bleu cheese goes well with many things
2:01 I love it. It just looks kindda ugly, that’s all!
2:06 Is that so?
2:08 Absolutely.
2:10 Well, I guess people are strange.
2:19 Honey, I think I’ll make a fruitcake for Christmas.
2:22 Oh, don’t take this the wrong way but please make something else.
2:28 You don’t like it?
2:30 My mom used to make it every year but I never even tasted it.
2:36 Oh, but that’s just food prejudice
2:39 Maybe. But how can I taste something that looks like it’s been around for centuries?!
2:45 Okay, okay. I’ll just make something else.
2:48 Thank you!
2:54 I just hate beets.
2:59 I never liked it.
3:03 I can’t even stand their smell!
3:08 Gosh, they are disgusting.
3:14 I prefer to skip a meal rather than eating it.
3:21 I never even tasted it.
3:26 It just looks kindda ugly, that's all.
CNN 10 with subtitles | January 25, 2017 | Controversial U.S. oil pipelines | Daily Lis...
source: Daily Listening 2017年1月24日
CNN 10 | January 25, 2017 | Controversial U.S. oil pipelines | Daily Listening hightlights: Today's explanatory coverage centers on a pair of controversial U.S. oil pipelines, a pair of executive actions, and a look at what exactly an executive action is. After that, we're taking you to Asia for a view of the massive amounts of E-waste that are building up. And we're making a stop in the Middle East at the crossroads of technology and firefighting.
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Visual Vocabulary - A Method to the Madness
source: EnglishAnyone 2016年11月18日
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Today’s expression is “a method to the madness.” This is a very common idiom meaning that though something may look chaotic or disorganized, it has an underlying structure or reason for being.
Imagine walking into a science lab with lots of instruments. You see a scientist running from table to table carrying different chemicals, and performing different experiments.
His lab may look like “madness,” or crazy disorganization, but there’s a clear purpose behind what he’s doing that makes sense to him.
Like the scientist’s lab, any situation that has underlying structure despite looking problematic can be described as having a “method to its madness.”
# “A method to the madness” can use used in both professional and casual situations:
A: Why are all of the dishes, cups and silverware on the floor?
B: There’s a method to my madness. I’m just reorganizing my kitchen.
A: The boss must be crazy! He’s going to sell the most profitable division of the company!?
B: Don’t worry! There’s a method to his madness.
A: The hockey coach’s plays look very confusing.
B: But he always wins! There must be a method to his madness.
A: Are you sure you’d rather go to school than to the beach on such a beautiful day?
B: I know it seems like there’s no method to my madness, but I really enjoy the class!
How to use "AS FOR" in professional English: Advanced English Vocabulary
source: Teacher Vanessa 2017年1月20日
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English Food Idioms | How to SAY & USE them!
source: mmmEnglish 2017年1月14日
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British Manners | English Lesson
source: ETJ English 2016年11月25日
Everything you need to know about British manners and rules. Manners are different in every country and as an ESL learner, it will be good for you to know how things work in the UK
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Pronounce Popular British NAMES
source: British English Pro 2016年1月18日
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What to Say When You Have to Cancel
source: Go Natural English 2017-01-25
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English at University: 6 - Learn phrases about saying you don't understand
source: BBC Learning English 2016年10月19日
Mary's a new student who has just arrived at the University of Studies and now after settling in, her studying can finally begin but she's a bit nervous.
To learn more look here http://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/...
TRANSCRIPT
Narrator
Hello and welcome to English at University - the series that teaches some English phrases to help you through your first year of study abroad. Mary's a new student who has just arrived at the University of Studies and now after settling in, her studying can finally begin.
Mary, it's time for your first lecture - but you look like a bundle of nerves...
Mary
...well I am a bit nervous, I couldn't sleep last night.
Narrator
Don't worry, you're not alone - everyone's in the same position. Everything will be fine - good luck!
Mary
OK, well it's time to go in...
Prof. Not
Ah Mary - we meet again. How's your head today?
Mary
Better thanks - I see you managed to err... clean your shoes.
Prof. Not
Yes, I did - they still smell a bit but I'll survive. Shall we get down to business - Business Studies - now that most of us are here?
Mary
Yes, of course.
Daniel
Oh... err... sorry I'm late. I went to the wrong room.
Prof. Not
Hmmm... the first rule of business is punctuality. As T.C. Haliburton once said "Punctuality is the soul of business." Now, what is business and why do we study it? Business is an economic system... A company transacts business activities...
Mary
Daniel, what's he talking about?
Daniel
Haven't a clue... have you got a spare pen by the way? Look, you're going to have to ask him to explain.
Mary
Me!?
Prof. Not
What was that Mary?
Mary
Oh, nothing. Sorry.
Narrator
I think Daniel's a nervous wreck - he's not going to help you so I will! If something doesn't make sense, put your hand up and say 'excuse me, could you say that again please?' or 'I don't understand, can you explain that again please?' - or maybe 'could you explain that in a different way please?'
Mary
OK.
Prof. Not
Errr, yes Mary, what is it?
Mary
Prof. Not... it's all very interesting but could you say that again please? Sorry, I don't understand what you mean...
Prof. Not
Oh!
Mary
I'd appreciate it if you could explain it in a different way... please?
Daniel
I think what Professor Not means is you have to have a soul to be in business.
Prof. Not
No... Daniel isn't it? What I mean is...
Narrator
Daniel's got a nerve, pretending he knows it all - perhaps it's just nervous energy that makes him such an idiot! Anyway, well done Mary - you spoke up and asked for clarification. It's a good idea to ask if you don't understand something. Don't pretend you know something when you don't - like Daniel did! Here's a reminder of the questions Mary asked...
Could you say that again please?
Sorry, I don't understand what you mean.
Could you explain that in a different way please?
You can practise these phrases, pick up a few more plus learn some top tips for studying in the UK on our website at bbclearningenglish.com. Now, the lecture is over, I wonder if things are a bit clearer for Mary?
Mary
Thanks Professor. Everything's much clearer now.
Prof. Not
Well I recommend you get my book from the library - 'Mind Your Own Business' - oh and Mary... I hold a seminar every Monday at the local pub should you wish to join us sometime?
Mary
Yes Professor... thanks, I will.
Prof. Not
You can call me Robert.
Daniel
Ok Robert! It's a date!
Prof. Not
Oh, it's you. Well, don't forget to bring your notes.
Daniel
Oh no, my notes! I left them in the classroom.
5 rules to smart business card etiquette - Personality Development Video
source: Skillopedia - Skills for the real world 2016年2月1日
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1. Stop Giving Excuses -
2. Keep your cards safe -
3. Do not Distribute -
4. The way to give out and receive cards -
5. Keep your business cards updated
Buying a Gift For a Friend
source: Twominute English 2013年2月26日
Exercises for this lesson: http://twominenglish.com/video/89-Buy...
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0:03 In this lesson we will learn the phrases you can use when buying a gift for a friend.
0:14 Hey man, how are you doing ?
0:17 Hey Jason, I’m good buddy. What’s going on ?
0:21 I could use some help. You see... I want to buy Jenny a birthday gift. Any suggestions?
0:21 I could use some help. You see... I want to buy Jenny a birthday gift. Any suggestions?
0:27 Sure, Jason. Why don’t you give her something that she’s crazy about? Like Jimmy Choo shoes or a designer handbag, for example.
0:38 That’s a great idea. It’ll cost me a lot but she deserves it!
0:48 Hello. I want to buy a gift for my friend. Can you help me out ?
0:53 Sure thing. Anything specific? I mean do you have something in mind ?
0:58 Yeah, I’m looking for something sleek and trendy. Something that would impress a college girl.
1:04 Oh, I see...Well...Handbags would be a good choice. Do you have a preferred color?
1:10 How about some girlie colors, like pink, red or maybe beige?
1:16 Sure. Just follow me. I’ll show you our best selling handbags.
1:21 Oh, that would be perfect! Let me just take a look at them closely.
1:26 Absolutely. Take your time.
1:33 Hey Lisa, what’s up?
1:36 Not much Jason. You say.
1:38 Well...You buy almost everything online, right? Can you help me out ‘cause I have no idea how to do it?
1:46 Oh, you’re definitely asking the right person. What exactly do you want to buy?
1:53 I want to give Jenny a Gucci bag. It’s her birthday this month. Are there any websites that offer discounts and special deals?
2:02 For a Gucci?! The right place to shop online for that is at gucci.com!
2:09 Is that so? I hope I can find some good deals there then. Thanks Lisa.
2:20 Hey,man. I bought this bag last week but I would like to get it replaced.
2:26 No problem. I would just need the invoice or bill.
2:29 Yeah, sure. Here it is.
2:32 May I ask why you are exchanging it?
2:35 It was a gift to my friend but she didn’t like the color. I just want the same bag in a different color.
2:43 Sure. Which color do you want ?
2:45 Black would be fine.
2:47 Okay.We have it in stock. I’ll be right back.
2:51 Thanks a lot.
2:56 I want to buy a gift for my friend. Can you help me out ?
3:06 I bought this bag last week but I would like to get it replaced.
3:16 Why don’t you give her something that she’s crazy about?
3:24 Are there any websites that offer discounts and special deals?
3:34 I’m looking for something sleek and trendy. Something that would impress a college girl
CNN 10 with subtitles | January 24, 2017 | Why Trump rejects TTP and renegotiates NAFTA...
source: Daily Listening 2017年1月23日
CNN 10 | January 24, 2017 | Why Trump rejects TTP and renegotiates NAFTA | Daily Listening hightlights: What are the Trans-Pacific Partnership and NAFTA? Today's show begins by explaining these agreements and why the new U.S. president is rejecting one and planning to renegotiate the other. A tense leadership change in Gambia, a look at the world's most expensive places to live, and a retailer's balancing act between online and brick-and-mortar stores complete today's coverage.
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Company Finance (2) | English for Finance VV 52-
source: Business English Pod 2017年1月23日
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In this Financial English lesson we’ll look at English vocabulary related to company financing. Companies may seek ongoing funding through debt financing, or loans, which require collateral. Or they may use factoring and lines of credit to access cash quickly. Other sources of funds include crowdfunding and public offerings, in which a company sells shares.
10 Useful English Phrasal Verbs with "With"
source: Espresso English 2017年1月22日
Phrasal Verbs in Conversation Course: https://www.espressoenglish.net/phras...
Phrasal verbs like these are used very frequently in spoken English. Every day we wake up, put on clothes, head to work, throw out garbage, etc.
There are THOUSANDS of phrasal verbs and it might seem impossible to learn them all!
That's why I created the Phrasal Verbs in Conversation Course - to help you learn these phrasal verbs easily, in a natural way, by seeing how they are used in dialogues.
English at University: 5 - Learn phrases to ask for help with filling in forms
source: BBC Learning English 2016年10月10日
Episode 5 - Registration
Mary's met her new roommate Abi and is settling in to university life. Before her lectures finally begin there's some 'admin' to do but first she needs to know what 'admin' is and how to do it.
To learn more here http://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/...
Let's Learn English lesson 42: I Was Minding My Own Business
source: VOA Learning English 2017年1月12日
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Let's Learn English lesson 42 Speaking Practice
source: VOA Learning English 2017年1月12日
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Let's Learn English Lesson 42 Pronunciation Practice
source: VOA Learning English 2017年1月12日
Use this video to understand how English speakers pronounce the words "did you" quickly. See the whole lesson at http://learningenglish.voanews.com/a/...
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Learn the Keys to IELTS & TOEFL Essay Success
source: Learn English with Rebecca 2016年10月30日
Success at essay writing depends on you, but only if you know what matters! Learn the precise elements you must master for essay writing success on the IELTS, TOEFL, and TOEIC. This is an essential lesson from an experienced teacher who has examined thousands of essays. If you are planning to take a test or simply want to improve your essay writing skills, don't miss these keys to higher English grades.
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5 tips – How to stay self-motivated ( Personality development and Motivational skills video)
source: Skillopedia - Skills for the real world 2016年1月27日
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1. Celebrate the Little Wins
2. Keep your Cards Close to you
3. Stop Comparing
4. Do What you Love to Do
5. Slash Your To -Do List in half
Saying you like something - English words and phrases
source: Twominute English 2013年1月8日
So there's something you really like, and you want to talk about it? Use this lesson to learn words and phrases that you can when you want to tell somebody that you like something. Don't forget to practice using the section at the end.
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CNN 10 with subtitles | January 23, 2017 | The inauguration of U.S. President Donald Tr...
source: Daily Listening 2017年1月22日
CNN 10 | January 23, 2017 | The inauguration of U.S. President Donald Trump | Daily Listening hightlights: This Monday's special edition of CNN 10 reports on the inauguration of U.S. President Donald Trump and brings you an overview of related weekend events. We show you some highlights of his inaugural address, explore some constitutional trivia, and look at demonstrations across the U.S.
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Falling Intonation - English Pronunciation with JenniferESL
source: JenniferESL 2017年1月10日
Index:
0:01 Taking steps vs. Speaking English
0:48 Lesson title
1:00 Falling intonation and what it expresses
1:12 Falling intonation in statements
2:24 What is a focus word?
3:01 Stepping vs. gliding
4:11 Does every sentence have only one focus word?
4:42 Falling intonation in wh- questions
5:14 Practice: Listen and repeat.
8:26 Practice on your own.
9:41 Lesson ending
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Rising Intonation - English Pronunciation with JenniferESL
source: JenniferESL 2017年1月12日
Index:
0:01 Stepping vs. gliding
1:25 Lesson title
1:35 Rising intonation with yes-no questions
2:03 When and how to step up in pitch
2:50 When and how to glide up in pitch
3:03 The importance of dropping before we rise
3:25 What does rising intonation express?
3:46 Making statements questions with rising intonation
4:16 A strong rise for more doubt or more uncertainty
4:33 Rising intonation with repeated WH- questions
6:23 Practice: Listen and repeat.
8:51 Practice on your own.
9:48 Lesson ending
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Intonation for Tag Questions & Negative Questions - English Pronunciatio...
source: JenniferESL 2017年1月19日
Index:
0:01 The importance of controlling your rises and falls
1:06 Lesson title
1:17 Tag questions: a review
1:52 Link to grammar lesson on tag questions
1:59 Rising intonation with tag questions
3:17 Falling intonation with tag questions
3:46 Practice: a dialog with tag questions
5:17 Negative questions: a review
5:28 Link to grammar lesson on negative questions
5:48 Practice: Identify falling and rising intonation with negative questions.
6:58 Listen and repeat practice.
7:32 Lesson ending
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English at University: 4 - Learn phrases about saying 'no'
source: BBC Learning English 2016年10月3日
Mary's a new student who has just arrived at the University of Studies, but before her lectures begin there's an important event she can't miss. It's a week of activities that'll help her get to know other new students - or 'freshers'. She can also make friends, and find her way around the campus, and hopefully start getting used to living in the UK.
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TRANSCRIPT
Narrator
Hello and welcome back to English at University - the series that teaches some English phrases to help you through your first year of study abroad. Mary's a new student whose just arrived at the University of Studies but before her lectures begin there's an important event she can't miss…
So Mary, are you ready for Freshers' Week?
Mary
…what's Freshers' Week?
Narrator
It's where there are lots of events that'll help you get to know other new students or 'freshers'. You can make friends, and find your way around the campus, and hopefully help you start getting used to living in the UK. It's fun… and it starts right now!
Mary
Right I'd better go….
Abi
Hey Mary - over here! I run the Get Fit Society – we go running, go to the gym – check out some of the hunks there – fancy joining?
Mary
Well errr….
Abi
Great – just sign here – and give me ten pounds. Thanks. See you later.
Student 1
Hey, over here – come and join our book club…
Mary
Oh…hmmm… well…
Student 1
New recruits like you get a discount… just errr… nine pounds.
Narrator
Mary Mary stop! We can tell you're the new kid on the block – someone who's just started university – you don't need to join everything. You need to use some polite ways to say you're not interested – say you're busy, or you haven't got time, or you'll think about it...
Mary
Well I'll try but it's not easy saying 'no'.
Student 2
Come and have a stab at Fencing Club…
Mary
Fencing? Like sword fighting? Oh interesting… but I'll have a think about it.
Student 3
Would you like to join the Debating Society?
Mary
Oh sorry… I don't think I've got the time. Oh, Daniel – it's nice to see a familiar face.
Daniel
Yeah, it is, hi. It's all a bit mad isn't it? I've already signed up for Get Fit Soc…
Mary
Soc?
Daniel
Society. And I've joined the Beer Appreciation Soc… Society.
Mary
Well that's not really my cup of tea.
Daniel
Oh right. You're thinking of joining Book Club aren't you? Boring - who wants to read more books eh?
Mary
Excuse me Daniel. Hello again… I love reading so I think Book Club sounds great – sign me up please!
Daniel
Err yeah… sign me up too mate.
Narrator
Poor Mary, she just can't shake off that idiot Daniel – but she has managed to politely say 'no' to some of the people who wanted her to join their clubs and societies by using these phrases…
I'll have a think about it.
Sorry, I don't think I've got the time.
It's not my cup of tea.
And when she found something she liked, she said:
Great! Sign me up please.
You can practise these phrases, pick up a few more plus learn some top tips for studying in the UK on our website at bbclearningenglish.com. Now, back to novice student Mary… and it's time to let her hair down – I mean relax and enjoy herself…
Abi
Hi Mary! Thanks for joining Get Fit. Now this is the fun bit – par-ty! Time to make some new friends and dump that Daniel. Here, have a drink…
Mary
I don't really…
Abi
Go on, it's your first university party – you've got to get drunk!
Mary
No no, really… ooops
Prof.Not
They are my new shoes!
Mary
Oh, I'm so sorry… I'm Mary… I'm doing Business Studies.
Prof.Not
Really… well I'm Professor Not – I'm your new lecturer!
English @ the Movies: 'It's Crunch Time'
source: VOA Learning English 2016年12月2日
Today on English @ the Movies we talk about the saying "it's crunch time." The movie is "Hidden Figures"-- a true story about African-American women who helped with the American space program. Want to know what "it's crunch time" means? Watch and find out!
# It's a very important time. It's time to get something done now without delay.
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05 simple tips to help you DE-STRESS. ( Stress management techniques & Personality Development)
source: Skillopedia - Skills for the real world 2016年1月18日
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1. Exercise - Be Active
2. Connect with people
3. Avoid unhealthy habits
4. BE positive
5. Plan something Rewarding at the end of your stressful day
Your Morning Routine
source: Twominute English 2013年2月13日
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0:06 In this lesson, we are going to learn words and sentences that you can use when you talk about your morning routine.
0:16 Hey, good morning. How are you doing?
0:20 Good morning Joseph! It’s only 7, why are you up so early?
0:24 Well, I was wondering if you would like to join me for a morning jog?
0:29 Morning jog? That’s great idea. I’ve always wanted to improve my fitness.
0:34 Yeah, I know. I figured we could both jog together and it’d be more fun.
0:41 Absolutely! When are you going?
0:43 Right now! Get to the city park in 15 minutes and wear your jogging shoes.
0:49 Sure! See you there.
0:54 What are you making for breakfast?
0:58 How about a bowl of cereal?
1:00 Do you know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day?
1:06 I am sorry, but I am too busy to cook today, and you need to lose weight.
1:11 A bowl of cereals will be good for you.
1:14 Hmm... Okay, but please put in some milk and fruits.
1:20 Sure. It’s going to be really healthy.
1:23 Yeah, but I love it when you cook an omelette.
1:27 I will make an omelette for you tomorrow dear.
1:33 Hey Joseph! Are you going to the office today?
1:36 Of course I am. I never skip work.
1:40 Could you drop me to the city center? I have an appointment there this morning.
1:44 Of course I can. It’s right on the way.
1:48 Excellent. I will be ready in a minute.
1:51 Okay Maira, but please make sure you’re ready fast. I don’t want to be late for work.
1:59 Don’t worry Joseph.
2:04 Hey Joseph. Tell me how you spend your mornings.
2:07 Well, I wake up around 7, brush my teeth and then I read the newspaper and drink coffee.
2:14 Hmm... Do you work out?
2:17 No. I usually don’t exercise, but I think I should.
2:22 Yes. What time do you get ready for work?
2:24 I usually get ready around 8 AM. Then me and Maira have breakfast. We leave for work around 8.30.
2:34 Wow! You must have busy mornings.
2:37 Yes. Well, it’s our daily routine. I am okay with it.
2:45 Are you going to the office today?
2:49 What are you making for breakfast?
2:54 Tell me how you spend your mornings.
2:59 Morning jog? That’s great idea. I’ve always wanted to improve my fitness.
3:08 Do you know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day?
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source: Daily Listening 2017年1月19日
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Steps to Learning English: Where should you start?
source: JamesESL English Lessons (engVid) 2017年1月13日
So you want to learn or improve your English. But where should you start? When you learn a new language, there is so much material to cover: vocabulary, grammar, syntax, slang, pronunciation... With so many topics to study, you may not know where to focus your attention. In this video, I will give you some tips to organize your schedule and decide what you should work on. Whether you are a beginner, intermediate, or advanced speaker, you can always find something to improve on, and I will give you the tools you need to devise a good plan. Hint: it's more simple than you think! http://www.engvid.com/steps-to-learni...
English at University: 3 - Learn phrases about compromise
source: BBC Learning English 2016年9月30日
Mary's finally found her way to the university no thanks to new student, Daniel. She's managed to find her way to the accommodation block and is looking for her new room.
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TRANSCRIPT
Narrator
Welcome back to English at University - the series that teaches some English phrases to help you through your first year of study abroad. Mary's finally found her way to the university no thanks to new student, Daniel. She's managed to find her way to the accommodation block and is looking for her new room. It's exciting isn't it Mary?
Mary
Well I'm at my room – room 101 – but the door's already open.
Narrator
Well you'd better go in. Good luck!
Mary
Oh hello, sorry, I thought this was my room? Room 101?
Abi
Yeah it's room 101 and you must be my new roommate. We share rooms here. I'm Abi, pleased to meet you.
Mary
Nice to meet you too – but I didn't realise I was sharing a room.
Abi
Oh don't worry, I won't bite. We'll have a blast.
Mary
A blast?
Abi
A laugh… a party… an amazing time. I've been here three years – it's great, loads of fit guys, parties…
Mary
And studying?
Abi
What's that! Listen, don't mind my mess. I tend to dry my washing on the window sill, that's when I actually wash it – sorry about the clothes on the floor – and all that stuff on the desk is mine. I'm sure you won't be needing the desk anyway…
Mary
Well errr….
Narrator
Mary, this place is a tip. That means it's really messy. It's time to put your foot down. It's your room too so she will have to compromise – you'll have to ask her to tidy up – and set some ground rules – you know, the basic rules of how something should be done.
Mary
Oh OK. Abi… it's great that we're going to be roommates but could we set some ground rules please? Would you mind keeping the room a bit more tidy? It would be a great help if I could have some space on the desk to put my things. And err… maybe you could keep your things on your side of the room and I'll look after this side? Would that be a reasonable compromise?
Abi
Oh, well, I suppose so.
Narrator
Well done Mary! This place looks like a bomb's gone off – it's really untidy! And if you don't say what you want then you won't get it. Even though you're the new girl, Abi will hopefully see that you're not to be messed with. Here are those phrases again…
Could we set some ground rules please?
Would you mind… keeping the room a bit more tidy?
It would be great if I could have some space on the desk to put my things.
Would that be a reasonable compromise?
Visit nnclearningenglish.com to practise these phrases and learn more about student accommodation in the UK. Now, has Abi agreed to tidy up this pigsty – this horrible messy room?
Abi
Well Mary, you're a bit bossy but I think we're going to get on very well…
Daniel
Anyone at home?
Mary
Oh no not him!
Daniel
Hi Mary, I found out that this was your room…
Abi
Who's this loser? Stick with me Mary and I'll introduce you to lots of guys at Freshers' Week.
Talking about your family-
source: Twominute English 2012年12月25日
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0:06 In this lesson, we are going to learn words and phrases you can use when you talk about your family.
0:16 Brenda, are we going to Boston for Thanksgiving again this year?
0:21 Yes, Sarah. We'll meet Marisa's new baby boy.
0:24 How are the baby and I related again?
0:27 Marisa is your cousin on your father’s side so the baby is also your cousin.
0:32 Oh, okay. How do I become an aunt? I’ve always wanted a nephew.
0:37 Your older sister or brother would have to have a baby boy.
0:43 Sarah. Why don't you tell me about your family?
0:47 I am very proud of my family for a lot of reasons.
0:50 My mom and dad both save lives as a nurse and a firefighter.
0:55 Do you have any siblings?
0:57 Yes. I have 1 older brother who is really good at sports.
1:01 I have 1 younger sister named Elizabeth.
1:04 What about cousins and uncles?
1:07 Yes. I have a very big family and we all get along very well.
1:12 My cousins and uncles all come over during the holidays.
1:16 It sounds like you have a great family Sarah.
1:22 I am so excited that you're going to join my family reunion Billy.
1:27 I am excited too. How many family members do you have?
1:31 I have a lot.
1:32 I think just my family, the Jones, and my cousins, the Smith’s, the Johnson’s and Clark’s will be there.
1:40 That sounds like a lot of people!
1:43 It may be even more.
1:45 My sister just got married to John who has a large family.
1:50 That’s cool though.
1:52 You’re now a sister-in-law to John and have a lot of new cousins.
1:57 Yea, I am looking forward to meet them.
2:03 Hey Billy you are going home from college.
2:06 Your family must be waiting eagerly!
2:09 Yep they are! My mom called me yesterday.
2:13 She's baking my favorite pie.
2:15 That's awesome. Who else do you have?
2:19 Well my younger sister is 16, and my dad.
2:24 That's not a very big family.
2:27 It's not, we are a small close-knit family.
2:32 I hope you have a nice time.
2:34 I am sure I will.
2:39 How are the baby and I related again?
2:44 Why don't you tell me about your family?
2:49 Do you have any siblings?
2:54 How many family members do you have?
2:59 we are a small close-knit family.
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