Your English Five a Day #28.1

Got a question/comment? Send it to me!E289: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, Anna! In Week 31, Day 5 of Your English Five a Day, we wrap up the week with a bang. 🍓 We kick off today's list with the noun "respect", followed by the adjective "damning". Moving on, we explore the verb "deviate", and the idiom "the fruits of one's labour". Last but not least, we take a look at the phrasal verb "chime in".🥂 For pronunciation practice, I encourage you, my lovely listeners, to repeat each word and phrase with me, followed by a quick quiz to test your memory. To wrap up, we head to Barcelona, where we meet Gary, who is navigating a networking event. Fuelled by champagne, he overcomes shyness to share his expertise in virtual reality. ⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/Five-a-Day DatabaseAccess all the vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. This database is constantly updated.You can even make a copy and personalise it with your own example sentences.Get access now by joining my ELAN Newsletter 👈

Got a question/comment? Send it to me!E288: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Tune in for Week 31, Day 4 of Your English Five a Day, where we boost your vocabulary and hone your listening skills with five enriching words each weekday.⚫ Let's kick off today's journey with the adjective "rueful". Next up, we delve into "facetious". Now onto the verb "instigate", followed by the adverb "seldom". And finally, we explore the idiom "be in the black".⚙️ Don't forget to stick around for a pronunciation exercise as well as a quick recap before we dive into our thrilling story, where we meet Trevor Jenkins, an ordinary man thrust into an extraordinary adventure. Awakening to a mysterious machine in his living room, Trevor's mundane routine takes a thrilling turn. ⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/Five-a-Day DatabaseAccess all the vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. This database is constantly updated.You can even make a copy and personalise it with your own example sentences.Get access now by joining my ELAN Newsletter 👈

Got a question/comment? Send it to me!E287: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna. Dive into Week 31, Day 3 of Your English Five a Day, your daily dose of vocabulary enhancement and listening skill sharpening.🌟 Today's journey starts with the adjective "enigmatic" and the verb "renege". Then we explore the adjective "dilapidated", and grasp the adverb "instinctively". Finally, unlock the verb "fathom", often used in the negative.🤠 As we recap our words, reinforcing pronunciation and comprehension, we embark on a journey to the Wild West, where we meet Jack, the enigmatic cowboy whose instinctive actions save a town from outlaws, leaving them struggling to fathom his motives.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/Five-a-Day DatabaseAccess all the vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. This database is constantly updated.You can even make a copy and personalise it with your own example sentences.Get access now by joining my ELAN Newsletter 👈

Got a question/comment? Send it to me!E286: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, Anna! Tune in to Week 31, Day 2 of Your English Five a Day, where we dive deep into five essential items every weekday to boost your vocabulary and enhance your listening skills.⛷️ Today's journey begins with the idiom "bite off more than you can chew". From there, we explore the ski slopes with the verb "traverse" Next up, we encounter the adjectives "relentless" and "treacherous". And to wrap up today's list, we delve into the noun "woe".⛰️ As we recap our journey, reinforcing pronunciation and comprehension, we embark on a gripping story of adventure and adversity. Join Rico, a seasoned hiker facing the ultimate challenge, as he discovers the true meaning of perseverance and responsibility in the face of treacherous trails and unexpected encounters.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/Five-a-Day DatabaseAccess all the vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. This database is constantly updated.You can even make a copy and personalise it with your own example sentences.Get access now by joining my ELAN Newsletter 👈

Got a question/comment? Send it to me!E285: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Join me in Week 31, Day 1 of Your English Five a Day, your daily dose of vocabulary and listening practice. ↘️ Today's journey begins with the noun "rush hour". Next, we delve into the verb "descend" and the noun "claustrophobic. Then, discover the magic of the noun "echo", and finally, tune into the noun "chatter".🚇 Recap and practise pronunciation with me, and embark on a storytelling journey where you'll encounter rush hour chaos on the London Underground. Experience the thrill and anxiety of navigating through crowded trains and bustling stations, and emerge with a newfound appreciation for urban adventures.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/Five-a-Day DatabaseAccess all the vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. This database is constantly updated.You can even make a copy and personalise it with your own example sentences.Get access now by joining my ELAN Newsletter 👈

Subscriber-only episodeGot a question/comment? Send it to me!E284: 🎙️ Welcome to a special bonus episode of The English Like Native Podcast! As we dive into today's discussion, let's explore a topic that many of us can relate to: fear and anxiety in social settings.😬 Join me as we unravel strategies to conquer the daunting barriers of social anxiety, particularly when navigating conversations in a second or third language. Drawing from personal anecdotes and shared experiences, we'll delve into the gripping world of stage fright and the unexpected mishaps that can unfold during live performances.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/Five-a-Day DatabaseAccess all the vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. This database is constantly updated.You can even make a copy and personalise it with your own example sentences.Get access now by joining my ELAN Newsletter 👈

Got a question/comment? Send it to me!E283: 🎙️  Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Get ready for an exciting journey as we dive into the world of holiday preparation. From booking flights to packing suitcases and navigating foreign roads, I share my insights and tips on how to prepare for the perfect getaway.🧳 Join me  if you want to boost your vocabulary, as I explore essential phrases, phrasal verbs, and idioms related to travel. From "setting off" on your journey to "checking in" at the airport, I guide you through the entire process. Discover the joy of "traveling light" and the allure of finding hidden gems "off the beaten path." 🏖️ Don't forget to share your holiday plans with me and fellow listeners. I want to hear all about your upcoming adventures!⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/Five-a-Day DatabaseAccess all the vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. This database is constantly updated.You can even make a copy and personalise it with your own example sentences.Get access now by joining my ELAN Newsletter 👈

Got a question/comment? Send it to me!E282: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast, where each day we explore five essential elements of the English language to help you improve your skills and expand your vocabulary. I'm your host, Anna, and today we're diving into Week 30, Day 5 of Your English Five a Day.🦶 Now, let's delve into today's list; first up, we have the noun "prowess", and then we explore the idiom "put your best foot forward". Moving on, we encounter the verb "mumble" and our fourth item is the noun "comeback". Lastly, we explore the verb "assert".👨🏻‍🎨️ Tune in for pronunciation practice and a quick recap before we revisit today's words again in a story. We meet Leon, a renowned oil painter from Willowbrook, whose artistic prowess captivated collectors worldwide. But when falsely accused of theft, Leon's comeback journey tested his resilience. With determination, he put his best foot forward to reclaim his name, despite facing mumbled doubts from the townspeople.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/Five-a-Day DatabaseAccess all the vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. This database is constantly updated.You can even make a copy and personalise it with your own example sentences.Get access now by joining my ELAN Newsletter 👈

Got a question/comment? Send it to me!E281: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Tune in to Week 30, Day 4 of Your English Five a Day, where we're enriching your vocabulary and honing your listening skills with five essential items each working day.🎩 Today's journey begins with the idiom "at the drop of a hat". Next up, we tackle the verb "to conquer" then the noun "descent". Embark on an expedition through the noun "terrain", lastly, unravel the adjective "frayed". ⛰️ Join me as I guide you through pronunciation practice and engage you in gripping storytelling, where today, we follow our protagonist's exhilarating journey through the Rocky Mountains, from the exhilaration of conquering peaks to the cliffhanger of survival amidst unforeseen challenges.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/Five-a-Day DatabaseAccess all the vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. This database is constantly updated.You can even make a copy and personalise it with your own example sentences.Get access now by joining my ELAN Newsletter 👈

Got a question/comment? Send it to me!E280: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with your host, me, Anna! Tune in to Week 30, Day 3 of Your English Five a Day, a series dedicated to boosting your active vocabulary and sharpening your listening skills through deep dives into five language items every weekday.Today's episode starts with the idiom "head for the hills". Next up is the noun "disdain" and the adjective "tattered". Moving on, we discuss the adjective "abandoned" and finish off today's list with the noun "rumour".After the vocabulary recap, I guide you through pronunciation exercises and a memory quiz to reinforce learning. Then, in the storytime segment, I transport you all to a mysterious Victorian house where hidden treasures and chilling discoveries await. ⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/ Five-a-Day DatabaseAccess all the vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. This database is constantly updated.You can even make a copy and personalise it with your own example sentences.Get access now by joining my ELAN Newsletter 👈