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A podcast on how to build confidence in speaking English. I'll give you tips to improve your speaking skills and avoid the most common mistakes.



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Uma breve explicação sobre as contrações e seu uso obrigatório.

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Contrações (no, na, nos, nas, do, da, dos, das, pelo, pela,...) Quando usar?

Hello everyone, and welcome back to Learn American English with Tom!
Today, we’re diving into 50 common phrases in English that you can use in everyday conversations. These are phrases you’ll hear all the time, and knowing them will help you sound natural, confident, and fluent.

So grab a notebook, and let’s get started! By the end of this lesson, you’ll be ready to use these phrases effortlessly in your daily life. Let’s go!

Greetings and Introductions
Hi, how’s it going?
Good morning! / Good afternoon! / Good evening!
How have you been?
It’s great to see you!
Long time no see.
What’s new with you?
Nice to meet you.
Pleased to meet you.
How do you do?
See you later!

Polite Expressions
Thank you so much.
You’re welcome.
Excuse me.
I’m sorry.
No problem.
Don’t worry about it.
Could you repeat that, please?
Can you help me, please?
That’s very kind of you.
I really appreciate it.

Everyday Conversations
What do you mean?
That sounds great!
I’m just kidding.
I have no idea.
Let’s catch up soon.
I’ll think about it.
It’s up to you.
Let’s keep in touch.
What’s going on?
That’s amazing!

Agreeing and Disagreeing
I totally agree with you.
You’re absolutely right.
That makes sense.
I see what you mean.
I’m not so sure about that.
I don’t think so.
That’s not exactly true.
You might be right.
I can’t agree with that.
Let’s agree to disagree.

Asking for Clarification
Could you say that again?
What does that mean?
Can you explain that?
Sorry, I didn’t catch that.
What are you trying to say?
Could you speak more slowly?
What do you think?
Am I making sense?
Could you give me an example?
Is that clear?

Expressing Opinions and Feelings
I think it’s great.
In my opinion, it’s the best option.
I feel the same way.
I’m not sure how I feel about that.
It’s really exciting!
It’s a little confusing.
I’m so happy about this.
That’s really frustrating.
I feel so relieved.
It’s unbelievable!

Thank you for joining me for this lesson! 

Fluent Talk with Tom 50 Common Phrases: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6D1RgqYzORs&list=PLRVrpPXgsbx3wKZKZYZ9L7YA8eekBEfS4

Learn English with Tom: Dating with Tom https://youtu.be/CPbiD1RYL_I

Questa settimana impariamo un nuovo aggettivo: PUNTUALE. Conoscevate già questa parola? Nei commenti scrivi una frase inserendo questa nuova parola!

🇮🇹 ITALIANO IN PILLOLE

📝 PUNTUALE

Ecco tornato nostro appuntamento settimanale alla scoperta delle città italiane! Oggi parliamo della città di Napoli, una delle più grandi ed incantevoli città d’arte del Mediterraneo che, personalmente, consiglio a tutti di visitare almeno una volta nella vita.

Level: Intermediate
Source and transcription: https://www.italia.it/it/napoli

🗺   CITTÀ ITALIANE #QuickItalianWithMara

🌋 NAPOLI

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Xx76aU-ITMi2rZgnn8JhQiCDOuCksBTUFP3xf6MqSmc/edit?usp=sharing

Consejos para mis estudiantes e invitados.

¡Culturas: cálidas y frías! ¿Qué onda con las diferencias culturales? (con transcripción)

In this episode, we’ll explore the subtle but important difference between "及时" and "准时." While both relate to timing, they have distinct meanings and uses in Chinese. Let’s dive into how they’re used in different contexts and how you can master their usage to sound more natural in Chinese!

Learn Chinese and Have Fun!

及时 vs 准时：All Punctual?

한국 최고의 수학 강사가 반찬 가게 아주머니와 사랑에 빠졌다? 
전혀 어울릴 것 같지 않은 이 커플이 엄청난 재미와 감동을 만들어냅니다!
여러분은 아무 걱정 없이 그냥 즐기시면 됩니다.

The best math teacher in Korea fell in love with a lady at a side dish shop!
The couple, who don't seem to fit in at all, create a lot of fun and a touching story!
All you need to do is just enjoy it without worrying about anything.
