Stop Sounding Like a Textbook: Master "Wanna, Gonna & Gimme"

5 Minute English Talk · Apr 13, 2026 · 3m

In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, we introduce a brand new topic: Native Flow — the way real English sounds in everyday conversations.

You’ll learn how common phrases change in spoken English, including:

“I want to” → “wanna”

“I am going to” → “I’m gonna”

“Give me” → “gimme”

These are some of the most common blended words used by native speakers, and understanding them can instantly improve your listening skills.

You’ll also hear a natural conversation example:

“I’m gonna grab some coffee. Wanna come?”

“Yeah, I wanna go out for a bit.”

“Gimme five minutes.”

Plus, you’ll practice these…