Learn more about the origin of the expression "down to the wire" and how you can you use it in everyday conversations!

An Elephant In The English Room

Episode One: Down To The Wire

Escúchanos a Milo y a mí hablar sobre el clima en México y Colombia y pon en práctica el nuevo vocabulario.

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No Manches Que Bacano

The Weather in Spanish

Basic vocabulary and short sentences to describe the appearance of somebody. 

Aprende árabe con Radia 

Adjectives to describe appearance 

Practical Steps for Language Learning Through Social Media
Here are a few ways to make your scrolling habit more productive:
•	Notice Trends: Pay attention to popular phrases, abbreviations, and hashtags. Jot down new words and look them up if you’re unsure.
•	Evaluate Tone: Is the language used playful, serious, persuasive, or informative? Recognizing tone helps you decide when to use similar language styles.
•	Contextual Learning: When you come across unfamiliar slang or buzzwords, try using them in a sentence yourself or research examples. Understanding how a word fits into context is essential for true fluency.
•	Assess the Quality of Writing: Is the post well-thought-out or thrown together? The choice of words can reveal the writer’s intent and mindset, helping you decide what language to adopt or avoid.


111 Tips for Learning a Language 

Tip 49 - Using Social Media to Pick Up Buzzwords and Real-World Language

In this episode, I’ll introduce you to a popular Chinese New Year tradition that takes place on the fifth day of the festival—welcoming the God of Wealth! Learn about the customs, beliefs, and practices surrounding this day to attract prosperity and good fortune for the year ahead. Plus, pick up some useful Chinese vocabulary along the way：

财源滚滚 (cái yuán gǔn gǔn)
中文解释：形容财富不断涌入，财运亨通。常用来祝愿他人财运旺盛、收入不断。
英文解释：Describes the continuous flow of wealth and prosperity. Often used to wish others abundant wealth and good fortune.

Learn Chinese and Have Fun!

正月初五：Welcoming the God of Wealth

Chinese Learning with Lily

Don't Play a Joke on Me (I)

In this episode we discuss breaking down points, like nervouse breakdowns
we also look at ways that would help balance out our lifes, so that we could avoid burnout.

Teacher Koko

Mental Awareness

In this episode, Curtis and Amy discuss their memories of riding their bikes as kids and teenagers, and also, some experiences they've had as adults riding around some of their favorite places in Canada. This conversation is packed with tons of interesting expressions, phrasal verbs, and very descriptive dialogue.

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Real English Conversations Podcast

Bike Riding Adventures: Real English Conversations Podcast On Italki

Today, in the “Serbian to go” podcast, you will hear 3 WAYS how to say GET WELL SOON in Serbian.🤒😷🤕 Let’s grab a snack and let’s start. 😎
Срећно учење! / Srećno učenje!📚
See you in class!✨
