logo
episode-header-image
Sep 2022
6m 18s

How To Describe Someone Who Is Bad At So...

BOB THE CANADIAN
About this episode

Welcome to this second English lesson in a series where I'll talk about how to describe people in different ways.  In this English class I'll help you learn how to describe someone who is bad at something.

There were 8 phrases that I could think of as I was creating this lesson. All of these are used to describe someone who is bad at something, and all of them are very common in everyday English.

In this English lesson you'll learn phrases like: to be bad at, to be no good at (and variations of it), to be terrible, to be horrible, to be useless when it comes to, and more!

I hope you enjoy this English lesson about how to describe people who are bat at things! Have a great day!

Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right  here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l2IO7EpWSCY or find by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Bad At"

Support the show
Up next
Yesterday
Let's Learn English! Topic: Large Tools and Equipment! 🧰🗜️🔧
In this English lesson, you’ll learn the names and meanings of large tools and heavy shop equipment that you often see in garages, workshops, and on construction sites.In this lesson you’ll learn words like: shop-vac, vise, anvil, chain hoist, workbench, chop saw, jack, jack stan ... Show More
29m 2s
Aug 21
12 English Phrases for Fresh Starts & New Beginnings 🌱✨
Preply is a great way to find an English conversation partner. Find the perfect tutor to help you make real progress on your English learning journey! Use this link: http://preply.sjv.io/19Q5Qz to get 50% off your first lesson or use code BOB50 at checkout. In my experience Prepl ... Show More
9m 32s
Aug 17
Let's Learn English! Topic: Opposites! 🏬🏛️🙂🙁
In this English lesson you'll be learning pairs of words that are exact opposites. Studying opposite words together is a really effective way to build your vocabulary, because remembering one word often helps you recall the other. I'll make sure to include example sentences, clea ... Show More
21m 16s
Recommended Episodes
Jan 2025
#424 - Test Your English! — Do You Know These 20 Advanced Expressions for Everyday Life? Improve Your Vocabulary for Real-Life Situations
Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App.   The English language is packed with idiomatic expressions — those quirky phrases that often don't make sense if you take them literally. But once you learn how to use them, they can bring a whole new level of col ... Show More
36m 20s
May 7
Speak Better English with Harry | Episode 534
Struggle to find the right word in English? You can still sound fluent. In this episode, you’ll learn how to sound more natural when speaking English. You’ll discover how native speakers talk when they don’t know the exact word or want to keep things general. These words are simp ... Show More
17m 34s
Jun 2021
82. Why is your English not improving?: Tips and advice on how to get better! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Why is your English not improving? So many students tell me that they have been studying for years, and practicing in many different ways, but they cannot get better! Why? On this episode of Thinking in English, I will try to explain some of the major reasons why your English abi ... Show More
24m 35s
Feb 2018
156 - English phrases for mistakes
In today’s lesson, I want to teach you some phrases that native English speakers use when talking about making mistakes. Because you don’t just want to say, “I made a mistake. I made a mistake. I made a mistake” over and over, it gets boring and repetitive, so here are some diffe ... Show More
5m 38s
Apr 2025
Speak Better English with Harry | Episode 531
Struggling with English conditionals? This lesson explains all the main types: zero, first, second, third, and mixed conditionals. You’ll learn how each structure works, when to use it, and how to avoid common mistakes.Perfect for B1 to C1 learners, this lesson covers real-life e ... Show More
22m 32s
Feb 2025
Speak Better English with Harry | Episode 523
How do you describe sounds in English? This episode will help you expand your vocabulary with useful adjectives for different types of sounds and noises. Whether you’re preparing for an English exam IELTS, CAE or TOEFL or just want to sound more natural, learning the right words ... Show More
14m 18s
Aug 2020
046 – Five American English slang expressions
Hey there English learners, Lori here, your teacher from BetterAtEnglish.com. I've got a different type of episode here for you today. I'm gonna go through some American English slang expressions, some really common ones that you hear all the time if you're watching American Engl ... Show More
11m 34s
Jan 2022
How to Describe Illness in English!!! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
On today’s episode of Thinking in English, let’s learn some new ways to talk about and describe being ill and sick in English! TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/01/28/how-to-describe-illness-in-english/ You may also like... How to Describe Pain in English!! Essent ... Show More
15m 37s
Jan 2025
Catch Word #282 – Makes my skin crawl
In this Catch Word episode, Andrew and Indiana teach you two useful English idioms: “can’t stomach something” and “makes my skin crawl.” These expressions are perfect for describing strong negative reactions, like disgust or fear. Together, Andrew and Indiana break down the meani ... Show More
25m 10s
Apr 2025
Catch Word #284 – A dead ringer
Have you ever seen someone who looks exactly like someone else? In this Catch Word episode, Andrew and Kassy teach two fun English expressions: “A dead ringer” and “A spitting image.” You’ll hear clear examples, learn the difference between the two, and understand when and how to ... Show More
24m 47s