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Espresso English Podcast
On the Espresso English podcast, you'll learn English grammar, vocabulary, phrases, idioms, and more. Espresso English lessons are clear and practical, making it easy to learn the language quickly and effectively. Visit http://www.espressoenglish.net to get English courses and e-books that will help you learn faster!
Episodes
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066 - How to Pronounce -ED in English Verbs
There are 3 different ways to pronounce the -ED ending in English: 1) -ED is pronounced like ED (with an extra syllable) 2) -ED is pronounced like T (NO extra…
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065 - 32 English Collocations for Talking About Your Family
Let’s begin our study of collocations by learning some common expressions about the family. Your parents and siblings (brothers and sisters) are your immediate…
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064 - English Slang Expressions that Your Textbook Won't Teach You
These slang words are common in spoken American English, but you probably won’t find them in English textbooks. Why not? Well, some of them are slightly…
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063 - 18 Handy Idioms With the Word HAND
#1 - get out of hand (v.) = To get out of control. My uncle’s drinking problem got out of hand, and eventually he became an alcoholic. #2 - experience…
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062 - Sentence Starters for Everyday English Speaking
One of the biggest challenges when learning to speak English is simply knowing how to start your sentences. And if you think too much about it, there will be…
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061 - So, Neither, Too: How to Agree in English
A lot of students get mixed up when it comes to using short answers of agreement, like "So do I" and "Neither do I." In today's lesson, I'll teach you exactly…
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060 - Ten Idioms With the Word SHOW
Do you know what it means to steal the show or ask for a show of hands? What's the difference between the expressions show someone the door and show someone TO…
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059 - Take Over or Overtake?
Learn the differences between... - take over / overtake - come over / overcome - look over / overlook - think over / overthink - do over / overdo Click here…
Espresso English Podcast058 - Business English Phrasal Verbs
If you work in an English-speaking environment, you might hear these common phrasal verbs used in business situations! draw up get ahead burn out not measure…
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057 - 20 English Phrases with TIME
ahead of one’s time = having ideas or attitudes that are too advanced for the culture/society at the moment My grandmother was ahead of her time – she opened…
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056 - Do you know these interesting English heteronyms?
Heteronyms in English are two words with the same spelling, but different pronunciations and different meanings. Two common examples are the words CLOSE and…
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055 - 20 English Collocations With the Word GOAL
The English word "goal" has a meaning both within and outside sports. In today's lesson, you'll learn 20 common English collocations (combinations of words)…
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054 - 10 English Expressions with GO
"Go" is one of the most common verbs in the English language, and it is also used in plenty of idiomatic expressions in English. You'll learn 10 of them in…
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053 - 20 Collocations with BREAK
You can break a habit, break a promise, or break someone's heart... and how is it possible that "break a leg" is a good thing to say to somebody? Find out in…
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052 - Learn 12 Phrasal Verbs with the Word RUN
The same verb can be used with various prepositions to create phrasal verbs with different meanings... and some phrasal verbs have more than one meaning, too…
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051 - How to Talk About Movies in English
In today's lesson, you'll learn 12 phrases that can be used to talk about movies. I'll explain all the vocabulary along the way! Click here for the lesson text
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050 - I, Me, My, Mine, and Myself
Do you have some doubts about when exactly to use the words I, me, my, mine, and myself? Don't worry, I'll help you understand them perfectly in today's…
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049 - Practical Phrases for the Doctor's Office
In today's lesson, you're going to learn 15 useful English phrases for the doctor's office. There are 7 phrases a doctor might say, and 8 phrases a patient…
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048 - 15 "Hot" English Words & Phrases
In the northern hemisphere, summer is starting - and the weather will be hot. It has inspired me to teach you 15 English words and expressions with "hot." -…
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047 - How to Make English Part of Your Life
If you don’t live in an English-speaking country, it can be hard to make progress because you don’t have many opportunities to use English in your regular…
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046 - Ten Informal Phrases Native Speakers Use
If you've spoken with native English speakers, you know that we use a lot of informal phrases. For example, we might say... - "What's up?" instead of "Hello."…
Espresso English Podcast045 - Are you making these pronunciation mistakes?
As you know, English words are pronounced differently from the way they are written. This can lead to pronunciation mistakes. Here are some of the most…
Espresso English Podcast044 - 10 Phrasal Verbs about Socializing
Phrasal verbs are so common in the English language. Here are 10 phrasal verbs you can use for talking about social interaction. Click here for the lesson text
Espresso English Podcast043 - Linking Words: Reasons and Results
Linking words help you connect the ideas in a sentence. In this lesson, you’ll learn some common linking words to express reasons and results: - Because /…
Espresso English Podcast042 - Advanced Vocabulary: 16 Different Words for Speaking
The English language has a very rich vocabulary, and learning alternative words can give more complexity and meaning to your sentences. Here are 16 different…
Espresso English Podcast041 - Slang Words for Food and Drink
Do you have a sweet tooth? Have you ever pigged out? Do you wanna get some grub... or booze? In today's episode, you'll learn some common slang words and…
Espresso English Podcast040 - "My English is terrible"
There are two phrases I hear many students say: “My English is terrible.” “Sorry for my bad English.” Be careful, because these two phrases are dangerous to…
Espresso English Podcast039 - First Conditional
Use the First Conditional to talk about future possibilities: If it’s sunny tomorrow, I’ll go to the beach. If it rains tomorrow, I’ll stay home. There are two…
Espresso English Podcast038 - Common Collocations with Big, Great, Strong, Large, Deep, and Heavy
In English, a collocation is two or more words that go together naturally. Learning collocations is essential for making your English sound fluent and natural!…
Espresso English Podcast037 - Confusing Prepositions: IN and ON
Learn how to use IN and ON with place, time, and in other expressions in English. Click here for the lesson text
Espresso English Podcast036 - 100 Answers to Common English Questions
Sometimes, even when you know a lot of English, you can have difficulty finding the right words or phrases to answer simple questions. Here are 20 of the most…
Espresso English Podcast035 - Learn 10 Phrasal Verbs with Emotions
Here are 10 common phrasal verbs related to emotions and attitudes, with definitions and example sentences. Click here for the lesson text
Espresso English Podcast034 - Everyday English Phrases & Expressions (Part 2)
Here are seven more English phrases used in everyday situations. Click here for the lesson text
Espresso English Podcast033 - Everyday English Phrases & Expressions (Part 1)
Here are some English phrases used in everyday situations. They’re very common, but they’re rather colloquial, so you often won’t find them in an English…
Espresso English Podcast032 - Pronunciation Practice with Reductions
Many English learners pronounce each word clearly, to get the pronunciation perfect – but native English speakers don’t do this. Natural spoken English…
Espresso English Podcast031 - Learn 36 Different Expressions with GET
“Get” is a great word in English! It is used in so many different ways. In today’s lesson, you’ll learn 36 different expressions with example sentences. Click…
Espresso English Podcast030 - 10 English Words Ending in -LESS
Today you're going to learn one of the "shortcuts" to expanding your vocabulary - focusing on prefixes and suffixes, the beginnings and endings of words. The…
Espresso English Podcast029 - 10 English Words Ending in -FUL
Today you're going to learn one of the "shortcuts" to expanding your vocabulary - focusing on prefixes and suffixes, the beginnings and endings of words. The…
Espresso English Podcast028 - 8 Very Confusing Verbs in English
The English language has a number of words that are very similar. These eight verbs in English seem like they are the same… but there are some small…
Espresso English Podcast027 - One Word, Two Pronunciations, Two Meanings
Do you know the difference between OB-ject and ob-JECT? Today you’ll learn 8 English words that can be pronounced two different ways… the meaning and use of…
Espresso English Podcast026 - 18 Phrasal Verbs with TAKE
Phrasal verbs are combinations of a verb + preposition, such as take out, take off, take over, take in, etc. In today’s lesson, you’ll learn 18 different…
Espresso English Podcast025 - 10 Interesting "Water" Idioms
In this episode, you’ll learn the idiomatic expressions: like a fish out of water come hell or high water in deep water in hot water dead in the water not hold…
Espresso English Podcast024 - Difference between JUST and ONLY
The word “just” can be used in two ways: 1) Recently Be careful – I just washed the floor, and it’s still wet. (= I washed the floor a few minutes ago) He just…
Espresso English Podcast023 - Difference between Big, Large, Long, Tall, Short, Huge, and Tiny
This is a free sample from the e-book 600+ Confusing English Words Explained. It will help clear up your doubts about how to use English words correctly, so…
Espresso English Podcast022 - Speaking Fluent English: My Top 10 Tips
MANY students write to me and ask how they can become fluent – so here are my top 10 tips for reaching your goal of fluency! Click here for the lesson text -…
Espresso English Podcast021 - How to Disagree Politely in English
In spoken English, just saying “I disagree” is often too direct. Most English speakers use phrases that are modified to be more polite, or indirect methods to…
Espresso English Podcast020 - Common Collocations with TIME
Time, time, time – here are 16 different ways to use time in English! Learn these common English collocations to improve your vocabulary. spend time waste time…
Espresso English Podcast019 - Phrasal Verbs for Romantic Relationships
Phrasal Verb Definition in Context hit on someone demonstrate romantic / sexual interest ask someone out invite someone for a date (a romantic encounter) lead…
Espresso English Podcast018 - English Expressions for Extreme Emotion
#1 - “My boss hit the ceiling when I told him I’d lost the documents.” The idiomatic expression “hit the ceiling” means to get very angry and upset. Other…
Espresso English Podcast017 - Talking about the Future: Will or Going To?
There are two ways to talk about the future in English: will/won't and going to. Use going to for plans/arrangements Use will for promises, offers, and…
Espresso English Podcast016 - British English vs. American English Vocabulary
This is a story about the daily life of New York Nate, who lives in the United States; and London Laura, who lives in England. As you can see, they have very…
Espresso English Podcast015 - Linking Words in English: Contrasting Ideas
Using "linking words" can improve your spoken and written English by helping you form longer, more complex sentences. In today's lesson, you'll learn how to…
Espresso English Podcast014 - Difference between SAY, TELL, and SPEAK
If you frequently confuse the words SAY, TELL, and SPEAK, you’re not alone – these are some of the most commonly confused English words! In this lesson, I’ll…
Espresso English Podcast013 - Extreme Adjectives
Adjectives are words that describe the qualities of something. Some adjectives in English are gradable - that means you can have different degrees or levels of…
Espresso English Podcast012 - How to Start a Conversation in English
Do you have difficulty speaking English? Sometimes the hardest part is simply starting a conversation. Learn these expressions for starting a conversation in…
Espresso English Podcast011 - English Vocabulary Words for Describing Appearance
In this lesson you’re going to expand your vocabulary with 37 words to describe a person’s appearance. Let’s begin with the word beautiful – in English, this…
Espresso English Podcast010 - 60 Common English Collocations with DO and MAKE
These two words can be confusing, but I’ll teach you the difference – and teach you 60 common collocations with example sentences to help you! Use DO for…
Espresso English Podcast009 - Passive Voice in English
In the active voice, the subject of the sentence DOES the action: Jake wrote a letter. subject / verb / object In the passive voice, the subject of the…
Espresso English Podcast008 - Difference between TO and FOR
Don’t say: “I’m studying every day for improve my English.” Say: “I’m studying every day to improve my English.” The prepositions to and for are very easy to…
Espresso English Podcast007 - Travel, Trip, or Journey?
A lot of English as a Second Language learners confuse the words TRAVEL, TRIP, and JOURNEY. In today's lesson, you'll learn how to use each word and avoid…