Your English Five a Day #20.5

Subscriber-only episodeGot a question/comment? Send it to me!E263: 🎙️ Welcome to another bonus episode of The English Like a Native Podcast, exclusively for Plus Members. In today's session, we're diving deep into the nuances of pronunciation, specifically focusing on numbers.🔢 In our last episode, we delved into expressions concerning age, and now it's time to tackle a common pronunciation hurdle: numbers in the tens and thousands. Let's start with the big one: "thousand." With its tricky combination of sounds, it's often mispronounced. From the initial "th" sound to the subtle "und" at the end, we'll break it down step by step to ensure clarity and precision. 🗣 Moving on to the tens, such as "twenty," "thirty," and beyond, we'll address the tendency to drop certain consonants and vowels, emphasising the importance of maintaining clear articulation, even if native speakers sometimes relax these sounds. To practice, we'll do a guided repetition from twenty to fifty-five, focusing on each number's pronunciation and rhythm.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, live weekly classes, plus the most recent podcasts' transcript. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/

Got a question/comment? Send it to me!E262: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast, your go-to resource for intermediate to advanced-level English learners. I'm Anna, your host, and today we're delving into a topic that's both ubiquitous and often tiptoed around: age.🎂 Today, we explore the curious phenomenon of age—how we discuss it, avoid it, and sometimes even celebrate it. From societal norms to personal perspectives, we navigate the intriguing landscape of aging. Join me as we unpack common age-related phrases, from the empowering "life begins at 40" to the playful "you're only as old as you feel." 👵🏽 So, whether you're in your roaring twenties or seasoned seventies, embrace the age you're at with pride and optimism. After all, as we'll discover, age is just a number—a mere footnote in the grand narrative of life.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, live weekly classes, plus the most recent podcasts' transcript. 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!E261: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! Join me, Anna, on Week 27, Day 5 of Your English 5 a Day, your daily dose of vocabulary enrichment. Whether you're commuting, cooking, or just relaxing, tune in to reinforce your English skills!🌟 In today's episode, we start off my exploring the idiom "make ends meet" and the noun "generosity". Next up, we take a look at another noun,  "acumen", followed by the adjective "palpable". Last but not least, we look at the collocation "stay afloat".💸 Join me as I guide you through each word, providing examples, pronunciation practice, and a chance to test your knowledge. In the heartwarming finale of today's podcast episode, we follow the journey of Sienna, a dedicated wife and mother facing financial hardship alongside her husband, Tom, and their two children.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, live weekly classes, plus the most recent podcasts' transcript. 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!E260: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with your host, Anna! Join us for Week 27, Day 4 of Your English Five a Day, where we aim to enrich your English vocabulary by focusing on five items every weekday.😠 Today's journey begins with the adjective "frustrated". Next up, we explore the interesting idiom "life of Riley". Then, we delve into the adjective "charming" and the verb "marvel". Finally, we uncover the noun "blog".🛫 Practice pronunciation with me, then test your memory with a quick recap. Then, in today's exciting story, discover how Helen's life transformed after winning the lottery, indulging in coastal adventures and embracing the freedom to pursue her dreams.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus a weekly email with the most recent podcasts' transcript. Become a Plus Member here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2038858/subscribeFive-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 👈Support the Show.

Got a question/comment? Send it to me!E259: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast, hosted by me, Anna. Dive into Week 27, Day 3 of Your English Five a Day, where we enrich your vocabulary with five gems each weekday.🤹🏻‍♀️ Today's journey begins with the idiom "all in a day's work". Then, we explore the noun "affinity" and the adverb "collaboratively". Next up is the verb "juggle", and lastly,  we delve into the noun "regime," denoting a strict and ordered system.👪 For pronunciation practice, follow my lead as I guide you through the nuances of each word then give you a quick memory test with an on-the-spot story. Then in today's inspirational story, we meet the Smith family, who are coping with bustling life in the London suburbs. Witness how they seamlessly juggle work and family, showcasing the power of collaboration.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus a weekly email with the most recent podcasts' transcript. Become a Plus Member here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2038858/subscribeFive-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 👈Support the Show.

Got a question/comment? Send it to me!E258: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with your host, me, Anna! Join me on Week 27, Day 2 of Your English Five A Day, a series dedicated to boosting your English vocabulary with five enriching pieces each weekday.🥇 Today's episode begins with an exploration of the noun "artisan", Next up is the verb "thrive", and then we take a closer look at the idiom "for a steal". After that, explore the noun "campaign", and finally, bask in the adjective "victorious".🍰 Engage in pronunciation practice and test your memory with my fun and captivating storytelling! In the final story, we follow the protagonist as they return to their hometown to help save their aunt and uncle's failing patisserie business. Armed with marketing skills, they devise a campaign to promote the patisserie's traditional products.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus a weekly email with the most recent podcasts' transcript. Become a Plus Member here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2038858/subscribeFive-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!E257: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, Anna, your host and guide through Week 27 Day 1 of Your English Five a Day. Dive deep into vocabulary with me as we explore five pieces each weekday, enhancing your active vocabulary and language skills.🌟 First up on the list is the noun "nostalgia", followed by the adjective "staple". Then, we explore the idiom "throw in the towel" and the noun phrase "the sweet smell of success". And finally, we finish off today's list with the noun "craftsmanship".🧸 Tune in for some pronunciation practice and a quick recap of today's words, before we visit the toymaker Mr Jameson in the heartwarming narrative for today. With a passion for crafting traditional wooden toys, he faces initial setbacks when his creations fail to capture the modern market's attention. ⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus a weekly email with the most recent podcasts' transcript. Become a Plus Member here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2038858/subscribeFive-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 👈Support the Show.

Subscriber-only episodeGot a question/comment? Send it to me!E256: 🎙️ Welcome back, Plus Member, to The English Like A Native Podcast! In this exclusive bonus episode, I share my recent adventure of participating in a mum-to-mum market, where I embarked on the journey of selling my children's items. Join me as I recount the chaos, the bargains, and the unexpected moments that unfolded during this bustling event.🛒 🏷 I share some insights into the world of phrasal verbs and expressions used throughout my selling adventure, offering valuable language tips along the way. From "pricing up" to "getting rid of," you'll get to know some of the interesting vocabulary that shaped my market experience.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus a weekly email with the most recent podcasts' transcript. Become a Plus Member here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2038858/subscribe

Got a question/comment? Send it to me!E255: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast, your go-to resource for intermediate to advanced English learners. I'm your host, Anna, and today's episode promises an immersive journey through the enchanting world of storytelling.📖 In "The Human Storybook," we meet Nanda, a character whose life transforms within the dusty confines of her family's attic. As she delves into forgotten books and abandoned treasures, Nanda discovers a newfound ability to transcend time and space through the power of storytelling.💭 But Nanda's story doesn't end with her own adventures. As her reputation as a storyteller grows, so does the curiosity of those around her. Visitors flock to hear her tales, eager to unlock the mysteries of her imagination.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus a weekly email with the most recent podcasts' transcript. Become a Plus Member here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2038858/subscribeFive-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 👈Support the Show.

Got a question/comment? Send it to me!E254: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! I'm Anna, and you're tuning in to Week 26, Day 5 of Your English Five a Day. This series is your daily dive into enriching your English vocabulary with five new pieces each weekday.🧼 Let's kick off today's session with the adjective "upmarket". Next up is the adjective "muted", used for both sound and colour! Then we move onto the noun "disinfectant" and the verb "cringe". Lastly,  we finish off by exploring the painful adjective "excruciating".🦷 Don't forget that we'll do some pronunciation practice as always, and then I'll test your memory with an off-the-cuff story. In today's planned story, we see all the words come together as we listen to someone's fears become real when they navigate a dental visit in a foreign country. The upmarket clinic's muted tones do little to ease their nerves, but with some deep breaths and trust in the dentist, that fear and excruciating pain will hopefully go away!⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus a weekly email with the most recent podcasts' transcript. Become a Plus Member here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2038858/subscribeFive-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 👈Support the Show.