E133: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast , your go-to listening resource for intermediate to advanced English learners. Join us on Week 9, Day 3 of our series, Your English Five a Day , where we enrich your vocabulary with five new words or phrases each weekday. Today's journey begins with the concept of the "status quo." Moving on, we then unravel the verb "symbolise" and the adjective "significant." We'll then explore the idiom "hold fast" and last but not least, we dive into the...
Jan 03, 2024•11 min•Season 1Ep. 133
E132: 🎙️ Welcome, language aficionados, to another exciting installment of the English Like a Native Podcast , your linguistic haven hosted by the one and only Anna! 🌟 It's a new day, a new episode, and we're delving into the heart of Your English Five a Day , Week Nine, Day Two. Today, on our lexical expedition, we uncover five gems to enrich your vocabulary, starting out with a sporty noun, 'dropshot'. We then explore the verb 'to congratulate' and the adjective 'crucial'. Up next on the lis...
Jan 02, 2024•11 min•Season 1Ep. 132
E131: 🎙️ Welcome to a fresh episode of The English Like a Native Podcast with your host, Anna! 🌟 It's 2024, and I'm here to kick off the year with a brand-new installment of The English Five a Day series. Here's a sneak peek of what's coming your way: We start off with the noun 'life lesson' and then go on to look at the verb 'succeed'. That's then followed up by the hard-working adjective 'conscientious' and we finish the list with the delightful idiom "happy in your own skin" and the phrasal...
Jan 01, 2024•14 min•Season 1Ep. 131
E130: 🎙️ Welcome to the English Like a Native Podcast , the ultimate listening resource! Today, as we wrap up 2023, we're delving into the world of supervillains and their captivating language. Heroes may steal the spotlight, but today, we're putting the spotlight on the stylish, expressive, and often wicked language of the anti-heroes we love to hate. Join me as we explore the iconic lines and catchphrases that have etched these characters into history. ⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐ Join Engl...
Dec 16, 2023•17 min•Season 1Ep. 130
E129: 🎙️ Immerse yourself in today's enlightening episode of Your English Five a Day with your host, Anna, as we stride into Week Eight, Day Five . Kicking off our quintet of vocabulary exploration is the idiom, "that is to say". Our second word is the noun "sequel" and the third one is the adjective "particular". The fourth term on our list is another adjective, "iconic", and finally, we wrap up with the adjective "humungous". 📖In this episode's story, we explore the enchanting world of Lila ...
Dec 15, 2023•9 min•Season 1Ep. 129
E128: 🎙️ Join your host, Anna, in today's episode of Your English Five a Day , where we delve into five essential pieces of vocabulary. We're on Week Eight, Day Four , as we approach the end of 2023. Let's jump into our linguistic adventure with the noun "interpretation". Next on the list is the adjective "pathetic", which is followed by the idiom "hit the sack." Then we have the verb "oppose", and we wrap things up with another adjective, "contrasting". We run through a quick pronunciation rec...
Dec 14, 2023•9 min•Season 1Ep. 128
E127: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast ! I'm Anna, your host, and you're tuned in to Week Eight, Day Three of Your English Five a Day series. We're on a linguistic journey through five enriching vocabulary pieces every weekday. First up today are the adjectives "recurring" and "ironic". Number three is the noun "perception", which is followed by another noun, "couch potato". 🥔 Finally, we look at the phrasal verb "squeeze in". In our story, meet Marissa, a busy mother juggling w...
Dec 13, 2023•10 min•Season 1Ep. 127
E126: 🎙️ You've tuned in to Week Eight, Day Two of Your English Five a Day series. Each weekday, we explore five essential vocabulary pieces, building up to our special finale, "English for Supervillains," where we bring together the learning from Weeks 7 and 8. Today, let's delve into our list. First up are the nouns "perpetrator" and "tyrant", followed by the verb "utter". Then there's the adjective"ruthless" and we end today's list with the phrasal verb "finish off". In today's podcast, I've...
Dec 12, 2023•11 min•Season 1Ep. 126
E125: 🎙️Welcome to the English Like a Native Podcast with your host, Anna! Dive into the world of language in the series Your English Five a Day , where we explore five intriguing pieces of English vocabulary every weekday, from Monday to Friday. Today marks Week Eight, Day One , and we're ready to explore a delightful list of words, starting off with the adverb "outright" and the adjective "distinct." Next on the list, we take a look at the noun "intention" and to finish off we have two idioms...
Dec 11, 2023•12 min•Season 1Ep. 125
E123: Welcome to the English Like a Native Podcast 🎙️, where we embark on an off-the-cuff journey into language, communication, and everyday situations. I'm your host, Anna, and today's episode dives into the art of capturing attention, a skill crucial for teachers, presenters, and anyone facing the challenge of managing groups. As we navigate the techniques of grabbing attention, we explore phrases and strategies applicable not only to classrooms but also to boardrooms, meetings, and presentat...
Dec 09, 2023•19 min•Season 1Ep. 123
E122: Join me, Anna, as I wrap up Week Seven of the Your English Five a Day series, where we explore five useful vocabulary items every working day. Today's journey begins with the phrase "come to mind". We then move on to the adjective "witty" and we also discover the noun "contempt". Up next, the adjective "titular" takes the spotlight, and last but not least, we explore the adjective "clear-cut". At the end of the episode, we listen to a fantastic story about Jack, a witty writer searching fo...
Dec 08, 2023•9 min•Season 1Ep. 122
E121: Tune in to Week Seven, Day Four of the Your English Five a Day series, where we delve into five enriching pieces of vocabulary every weekday. First up is the adjective "charismatic", which is then followed by the noun "portrayal." We then dive into the idiom "much to someone's delight or dismay" and go on to mention a few variations of that expression. Next up on the list is the verb "resonate", and our final stop is the adjective "simultaneous". As usual, the episode wraps up with a fanta...
Dec 07, 2023•9 min•Season 1Ep. 121
E120: Dive into Week 7, Day 3 of The English Five a Day series, where we explore five enriching pieces of vocabulary each working day. Join me, Anna, as I take you on a linguistic journey, unravelling the depths of the English language. In today's episode, we kick off with two nouns, "protagonist" and "tendency". Then we see the fantastic idiom "larger than life" and our list finishes off with the everlasting adjective "perpetual" and the verb "eliminate". Stay tuned for a pronunciation practice...
Dec 06, 2023•9 min•Season 1Ep. 120
E119: Welcome to the English Like a Native Podcast with your host, Anna! Today, we're diving into Week 7, Day 2 of the Your English Five a Day series. Join us as we explore a fantastic set of words that will elevate your vocabulary and make you sound like a true English pro. First up is the adjective "supreme," followed by the noun "triumph". Now, let's talk phrasal verbs! "got away with" is our pick for the day. The fourth term is the verb "spoil" and we finish off with the adjective "relatable...
Dec 05, 2023•12 min•Season 1Ep. 119
E118: Welcome to the English Like a Native Podcast with your host, Anna! Join us on Week 7, Day 1 of the Your English Five a Day series, where we explore five essential vocabulary words each working day. This lineup starts with "rivalry," a noun capturing the essence of competition, moving on to "invert", "compelling", "malevolent", and the noun "tension". We see these words skillfully weaved into a captivating story about Kelly, Daniel, and a shocking proposal that challenges their marriage. En...
Dec 04, 2023•12 min•Season 1Ep. 118
E116: Today, we're ditching the same old Christmas jingles for a time-travelling sleigh ride. From Darwin's wild 1833 celebrations on the HMS Beagle to Apollo 8's moonlit Merry Christmas in '68, we're going down an alternative route this festive season. But hold onto your stockings, because in Catalonia, a smiling pooping log named Tió steals the show! Join us for festive fun, unique traditions, and a dash of history. No stale turkey recipes here—just a ho-ho-whole lot of linguistic joy. Happy C...
Dec 02, 2023•18 min•Season 1Ep. 116
E115: Unlock the magic of language and join me, Anna, as we venture into the delightful world of English vocabulary in Week Six, Day Five of Your English Five a Day . Our journey takes us through fascinating words like 'light-hearted,' 'earshot,' 'unconventional,' 'distributed,' and 'revitalise', each one woven into a captivating tale about the charming town of Littleton. As we unravel their meanings, you'll witness Littleton's struggle to rejuvenate its tourism industry, offering a window into ...
Dec 01, 2023•12 min•Season 1Ep. 115
E114: Welcome to another riveting episode of Your English Five a Day , where we deconstruct the adverb 'metaphorically', alongside the powerful phrase 'metaphorically speaking', and their usage in day-to-day conversations. As we journey further into the world of words, we'll touch upon the concept of 'momentum' and how it relates to a series of events. Next in line is a quirky little word called 'peculiarity', which will help you add a touch of the unconventional to your language. Wrapping up th...
Nov 30, 2023•13 min•Season 1Ep. 114
E113: Have you ever wondered what it would be like to embark on a word journey that stretches from the mundane to the celestial? Brace yourself for an exploration that takes you from the concept of 'sustaining' behaviours or ways of life, to the lunar realms associated with the moon, the orbital paths that objects in space trace, and ending at the doorstep of events so crucial they can only be described as 'momentous'. Join me, Anna, on Week Six, Day Three of Your English Five a Day , as we jour...
Nov 29, 2023•12 min•Season 1Ep. 113
E112: Are you ready to enhance your daily English conversations with some new key words and phrases? This episode promises to do just that, with a deep dive into the meaning and usage of common terms like "day to day", "come to a grinding halt", "vast array", "arduous", and "exertion". We have a special treat in store for you this Saturday - a lively discussion titled "Quirky, not Turkey" that ties together all the vocabulary from the sixth week. So join us on Week 6 Day 2 of Your English Five a...
Nov 28, 2023•13 min•Season 1Ep. 112
E111: Ever wonder how idioms like "turn the tide" and "turn upside down" came into play? Or perhaps you're curious about what "indelible" really means? We're back with Week 6 of the Your English Five a Day series, and we're dropping vocab bombs every single day - five brand-new words to spice up your language game! Get ready for an intense language immersion as we decode these terms and set out on an unforgettable journey of storytelling. Brace yourself for a tale of a vacation in Indonesia that...
Nov 27, 2023•10 min•Season 1Ep. 111
E109: Ever thought about how the simple letter 'B' has given us some ground-breaking innovations that redefine our lives every day? Prepare to be amazed as we explore the fascinating world of Bluetooth, bicycles, and bureaucracy in this episode of the Amazing Inventions series. We dive deep into the invention that connects our gadgets wirelessly - Bluetooth. From playing our favorite tracks on wireless headphones to controlling our smart fridges, Bluetooth has indeed made our lives simpler. We a...
Nov 25, 2023•23 min•Season 1Ep. 109
E108: Ever been caught in a high-pressure sales situation, not knowing how to navigate it? Prepare to master the art of negotiation and equip yourself with the power of language as we traverse the tricky waters of software sales in our latest Your English Five a Day episode. Join us on an adventure through the world of language and sales tactics, as we dissect five fascinating vocabulary words - "talkative", "install", "software", "gift of the gab", and "digitally". These words come to life in a...
Nov 24, 2023•9 min•Season 1Ep. 108
E107: Feeling puzzled by the pronunciation of the word 'sweatshirt' or are you just unsure when to use 'fasten'? In today's episode of the Your English Five a Day series, we're peeling back the layers of English vocabulary, exposing the nuances and subtleties that take you from an English learner to a confident speaker. So come along, let's have some fun while we strengthen our English language skills. ⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐ Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to ...
Nov 23, 2023•12 min•Season 1Ep. 107
E106: Today we dive into the underworld of financial criminal activity in this episode of the Your English Five a Day series. Join me as we figure out the meanings of the words 'criminal', 'to launder', 'down-and-out', 'deceitfully', and 'to prey on' or 'to prey upon'. We follow the story of a friend who was, sadly, the target of a financial crime, and how his debts kept adding up, leaving him in a sticky situation. ⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐ Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership al...
Nov 22, 2023•12 min•Season 1Ep. 106
E105: Are you ready to supercharge your English vocabulary? Join me, Anna, as we explore five intriguing English words and phrases in another delightful episode of the Your English Five a Day series. This episode is a treasure trove of learning, with a focus on 'admission', 'admit', 'give in', 'narrow-minded', and the idiom 'in the zone'. You'll get to know the meanings, examples, and correct pronunciation of these words, a perfect way to make your English sound more fluent and natural. Hang on ...
Nov 21, 2023•10 min•Season 1Ep. 105
E104: Are you one to complain or would you rather not stir the pot? Join me, your host Anna, as we put the verb 'complain' under the microscope in this enlightening episode of Your English Five a Day . But hold on, we've got more than 'complain' on the table. Get ready to unravel the mystery of the idiom 'to have beef', decode the adjective 'inadequate', and dissect the verb 'resolve'. We'll also expand your vocabulary with 'justly', an adverb that can punctuate your sentences with a sense of ri...
Nov 20, 2023•7 min•Season 1Ep. 104
E102: Five a Day 4.5: Let's get stuck into five more great words and expressions - "rambling", "explore", "wilderness", "thermos", and "to be at one with nature" in another episode of Your English Five a Day . We take a look at a story where an adventurous couple whose desire to be at one with nature gets them into a sticky situation! Don't miss the opportunity to learn and practise new vocabulary with me! ⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐ Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you...
Nov 17, 2023•7 min•Season 1Ep. 102
E101: Five a Day 4.4: Let's unravel the mystery of five unique English terms - "advantage", "jump the gun", "rival", "over and above", and "ambitious" in another fantastic episode of Your English Five a Day . With each term woven into a gripping story, the power of these words will come alive, and before you know it, you're not just learning, but living English. ⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐ Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus a weekly ...
Nov 16, 2023•9 min•Season 1Ep. 101
E100: Ever wondered why the number 100 holds such significance in our lives? Ever pondered its impact on the world of sports, history, culture, and even currency? Get ready to join us on a captivating journey around the fascinating world of the number 100! Why number 100, I hear you ask? Well, The English Like a Native Podcast is celebrating its 100th episode ! 🎉 So, buckle up and ride with us in this very special episode. Trust us, this episode is 100% worth your time - we promise, you'll come...
Nov 16, 2023•15 min•Season 1Ep. 100
