The Prince of Wales (le Prince de Galles) is an important figure in British society. But how much do you know about this position? Who is he? What does he do? And how did this title come into being? 🏴👑 We hope you enjoy this interesting cultural episode of The Déclic Anglais Podcast! 😀🔊 Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. ------------------------- The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progresser rapidement et efficacement en anglais. Avec un nouvel épiso...
May 29, 2023•25 min
Look, See and Watch: Three small words, but they can have VERY different meanings! What's the difference between these two sentences? "I watch the TV". "I see the TV". And what about these two sentences? "I see the flowers." "I look at the flowers." Be careful, there are nuances in the meaning! Are you sure that you know the difference? 🤔 If not, then this is a very important episode for you. Happy listening! 😀🔊 Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. ------------------------- The Décl...
May 25, 2023•18 min
On Saturday, 6th May 2023, the United Kingdom celebrated the coronation of their new monarch: King Charles III. At the age of 74 he became the oldest person to ascend the British throne (to become King). In this episode, Tom shares his thoughts about the coronation, and the future of the monarchy. Happy listening! Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. ------------------------- The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progresser rapidement et efficacement en anglais. Avec un ...
May 10, 2023•19 min
TOO is a small word that causes big problems! When does TOO mean "aussi"? When does TOO mean "trop"? If you are not sure, this is the epsiode for you! BONUS: In this episode, we will also examine 3 expressions using TOO that you can use in your everyday English. Happy listening! 😀🔊 Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. ------------------------- The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progresser rapidement et efficacement en anglais. Avec un nouvel épisode tous les mardis,...
Apr 27, 2023•17 min
Do you have trouble memorising vocabulary? Did you know that you can WALK your way to better English? In this episode, we explore how gentle exercise can boost your memory, helping you expand your vocabulary in English. Don't believe me? I am walking proof! (Je suis la preuve vivante !) Happy listening! 😀🔊 Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. ------------------------- The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progresser rapidement et efficacement en anglais. Avec un nouvel...
Apr 17, 2023•18 min
In this episode, Tom talks about his favourite season: Spring! There will be a lot of vocabulary in this episode (but that's a good thing). Take a pen and paper, and make a note of the unknown vocabulary. BUT... Prioritise the most important words for you. Find 3 or 4 words that you absolutely want to remember. And then prioritise learning them this week. Happy listening! 😀🔊🐥🐑 Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. ------------------------- The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast i...
Apr 11, 2023•17 min
If you don't feel confident speaking English, don't worry - it's normal! But don't let self-doubt (le doute de soi) stop you from improving your English, and having fun. Your English is probably MUCH better than you think! Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. ------------------------- The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progresser rapidement et efficacement en anglais. Avec un nouvel épisode tous les mardis, améliorez votre compréhensionorale en anglais, débarrassez-vo...
Mar 29, 2023•19 min
False friends (les faux amis) are everywhere! A false friend is a word that exists in both French and English, but where the meaning might be different. The word "important" is one of these words! Are you sure that you know how to use the word "important" correctly? Listen, and find out! 😉🔊 Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. ------------------------- The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progresser rapidement et efficacement en anglais. Avec un nouvel épisode tous le...
Mar 20, 2023•11 min
Every 8th March, the world observes International Women's Day . In this episode, we explore this global event that celebrates the many achievements made by women. Happy listening, and happy International Women's Day! 😍🔊👍 Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. ------------------------- The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progresser rapidement et efficacement en anglais. Avec un nouvel épisode tous les mardis, améliorez votre compréhension orale en anglais, débarrassez-...
Mar 07, 2023•12 min
Retirement (la retraite) is a hot topic at the moment! In this episode we explore some useful vocabulary around retirement. And also some of the reasons around the current retirement reform. Should we retire at 60? 65? Or even 70?! Happy listening! 😀🔊 Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. ------------------------- The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progresser rapidement et efficacement en anglais. Avec un nouvel épisode tous les mardis, améliorez votre compréhension ...
Feb 27, 2023•18 min
Pronunciation is a big obstacle for intermediate learners! If you can improve your pronunciation just a little bit, it can make an enormous difference to your level in English. In this episode, we will explore the pronunciation of February (spoiler: there are TWO ways to pronounce it!) This month in The Déclic Anglais Club, we will publish a video that will help you with the pronunciation of ALL months of the year. If you would like to watch this video, CLICK HERE to sign up to The Déclic Anglai...
Feb 21, 2023•11 min
France and Britain are on strike (ils sont en grève !) In this episode, we will be exploring some useful vocabulary relating to "industrial action" - strikes! In this episode we will also explore the reasons why so many people are on strike in France and the United Kingdom. Happy listening! 😀🔊 Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. ------------------------- The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progresser rapidement et efficacement en anglais. Avec un nouvel épisode tous...
Feb 06, 2023•17 min
Love is in the air! 😍❤️ Forget about Valentines Day. How much do you know about Saint Dwynwen? In this episode we will explore the life of Dwynwen, the Welsh patron saint of love. The daughter of a powerful Celtic king, her story is one of forbidden love. Happy listening, and "Dydd Santes Dwynwen da!" (Happy Saint Dwywen's Day!) 🔊😍🏴 Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. ------------------------- The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progresser rapidement e...
Jan 23, 2023•15 min
In this episode, you will hear Tom speaking in his normal voice. (Yes, Tom doesn't usually speak with such clear pronunciation and clear articulation!!!) The topic of this episode is very general, but it will give you a great idea of how a native speaker REALLY speaks! Happy listening! 😀🔊🏴 Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. ------------------------- The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progresser rapidement et efficacement en anglais. Avec un nouvel épi...
Jan 17, 2023•18 min
Happy New Year, dear listeners! 🎉🥂 New Year's resolutions are SOOO last year! 😜 We begin 2023 by exploring an interesting alternative to New Year's resolutions: the practice of gratitude. Gratitude is known to reduce stress, improve mental and physical health, and promote a healthy mental attitude. Gratitude is easy, and it's free. So why not give it a try? Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. ------------------------- The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progresser ...
Jan 08, 2023•18 min
English and French are full of "False Friends" - words that look similar in both lanauges, but have have different meanings. They are a big obstacle, that prevent French people from sounding proficient in English. You can make big improvements quickly, simply by removing these words! In this interesting episode, we will be looking at the French verb offrir, and the English verb to offer. This will be VERY important at Christmas! Thank you very much to all of our dear listeners, for all of your s...
Dec 18, 2022•14 min
Don't worry, this is not a typo (une faute de frappe)! In this interesting episode of The Déclic Anglais Podcast, you are invited on a journey back in time - one thousand years into the past. We will explore how people living in the Middle Ages celebrated Christmas, in the year 1022. The answer might surprise you! Happy listening, and enjoy the festive season! 🔊🎅🎄❄️ Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. ------------------------- The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour pr...
Dec 12, 2022•17 min
What is on your list for Father Christmas this year? Not sure what you would like for Christmas Day? Why not ask for personal growth/personal development this year! In this episode we explore different Christmas presents that will give you the means to improve your English in 2023. Happy listening, and Merry Christmas! 🔊🎅❄️🎄 Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. ------------------------- The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progresser rapidement et efficacement en ang...
Dec 07, 2022•21 min
Happy St Andrew's Day, the National Day of Scotland! 🏴 In this episode, we explore Scotland, the amazing country in the far north of Great Britain. Lochs, mountains, and a vibrant culture - you would be amazed at what this country can offer! Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. ------------------------- The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progresser rapidement et efficacement en anglais. Avec un nouvel épisode tous les mardis, améliorez votre compréhension...
Nov 29, 2022•20 min
The words history and story can be translated in French as "histoire". But be careful ⚠️ history and stories DO NOT mean the same thing. If you don't know the difference, this is the perfect episode for you. Happy listening! 🔊😀 Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. ------------------------- The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progresser rapidement et efficacement en anglais. Avec un nouvel épisode tous les mardis, améliorez votre compréhension orale en anglais, débarr...
Nov 22, 2022•14 min
Congratulations! The human race just beat its own high score (son meilleur score!) There are a record number of humans alive on Planet Earth today. How many people are there? Not just in France, but in the whole world? 🌍 The answer might surprise you! In this interesting episode, we will explore the world's "population explosion", where we have DOUBLED our population in less than 50 years. Happy listening! 😀🔊 Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. ------------------------- The Déclic ...
Nov 17, 2022•13 min
Halloween is almost here! 🎃👻 In this episode we will explore three fun (but not very polite) alternatives for the English word "coward" (lâche). Don't be a coward this Halloween: Join the Déclic Anglais group conversation classes! Prove that you are courageous, and that you CAN hold a conversation in English. 💪😎 Happy listening! 😀🔊 Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. ------------------------- The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progresser rapidement et efficacem...
Oct 26, 2022•13 min
The cost of living - le coût de la vie: Food, fuel, and many other products are getting more and more expensive. Experts say that we are in a "cost of living crisis", because more and more people are having difficulty paying for everyday things. This episode explores this subject of current affairs (l'actualité), including some initiatives in the United Kingdom to help the most vulnerable members of society. Happy listening! 😀🔊 Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. -------------------...
Oct 17, 2022•15 min
It's "la rentrée"! 😀🎉 The beginning of a new academic year is like a clean page, a new beginning. Use this time to examine your current learning habits, they might be slowing you down. In this episode, we explore some great habits that will accelerate your learning of English! Knowing your objectives, Planning your study, Leave your comfort zone, Have a good attitude to learning! Happy listening 😀 Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. ------------------------- The Déclic Anglais Podc...
Sep 26, 2022•19 min
On Thursday, 8 September 2022, Queen Elizabeth II passed away. Her loss has left an enormous gap in British society. But what are the next steps now that she is gone? This episode will explore some changes that will take place in the United Kingdom, as well as in some Commonwealth countries like Canada and Australia. Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. ------------------------- The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progresser rapidement et efficacement en anglais. Avec ...
Sep 11, 2022•13 min
Du fric, du pognon, de la thune... Every language has slang (argot) for money. In this episode we will be exploring some British slang for money, that native speakers use every day. Happy listening! 🤑🤑🤑 Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. ------------------------- The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progresser rapidement et efficacement en anglais. Avec un nouvel épisode tous les mardis, améliorez votre compréhension orale en anglais, débarrassez-vous de vos croyan...
Sep 02, 2022•13 min
If you are a fan of this podcast, then you know our favourite saying: "You never need to look far to improve your English!" (Il ne faut jamais chercher trop loin pour améliorer votre anglais!) Improving your pronunciation is one of the most effective ways to sound better in English. The good news: there is a group of words most commonly mispronounced by Francophones. If you can pronounce these words correctly, your English will immediately sound better. In this episode, we will once again be exp...
Aug 23, 2022•12 min
It's summer, and France is in a heatwave (une canicule)! This summer, stop using the same boring vocabulary. Here are three great alternatives for saying "j'ai chaud" in English which will help you sound more natural, and impress your anglophone friends and colleagues. Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. ------------------------- The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progresser rapidement et efficacement en anglais. Avec un nouvel épisode tous les mardis, améliorez votr...
Jul 29, 2022•13 min
In this episode, we are continuing the exploration of American cuisine with an interesting look at another popular fast-food dish: hotdogs! What are the origins of this loved dish? And most importantly, what is the origin of this bizarre name? Happy listening! 😀🔊🌭🇺🇸 Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. ------------------------- The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progresser rapidement et efficacement en anglais. Avec un nouvel épisode tous les mardis, améliorez vo...
Jul 18, 2022•14 min
American fast-food restaurants like McDonald's are everywhere, and French people consume millions of hamburgers every year. But are hamburgers really American? The truth is a little more complicated. In this episode, we explore the interesting history of that famous American delicacy: the hamburger! 🍔🍟 Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. ------------------------- The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progresser rapidement et efficacement en anglais. Avec un nouvel épi...
Jun 27, 2022•13 min
