On today’s episode, let's talk about money. Whether you love the idea of money, or hate it, money is undoubtedly one of the most important parts of our modern world! As an important part of our culture, money has obviously impacted our language. There are hundreds, if not thousands, of different ways to refer to or talk about money; although I can't introduce you to all of these, this episode will give you a few interesting alternatives to add to your vocabulary. I’ll also suggest a few money-related idioms you could try to use!
TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2020/12/28/37-money-essential-english-vocabulary/
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VOCABULARY LIST
Good (n) - things for sale, or the things that you own
There is a 25 percent discount on all electrical goods until the end of the week
To barter (v) - to exchange goods for other things rather than for money
He bartered his stamp collection for her comics.
To negotiate (v) - to have formal discussions with someone in order to reach an agreement with them
I’m negotiating for a new contract
Currency (n) - the money that is used in a particular country at a particular time
19 European countries use the Euro as their currency
Slang (n) - very informal language that is usually spoken rather than written
“Chicken” is slang for someone who isn’t brave
Colloquial (adj) - (of words and expressions) informal and more suitable for use in speech than in writing
English is full of colloquial terms and phrases
Simultaneously (adv) - in a way that is simultaneous (= happening or being done at exactly the same time)
Two children answered the teacher’s question simultaneously
Budget (n) - the amount of money you have available to spend
The school budget is going to be cut again
Mainstream (adj) - considered normal, and having or using ideas, beliefs, etc. that are accepted by most people
This is the director’s first mainstream Hollywood film
COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS
Q. What currency does Ireland use?
A. Euro
Q. “I have no money” - What idiom would describe me?
A. Broke/Short on money
Q. “I am rich” - What idiom would describe me?
A. Loaded/Filthy rich
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