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Mar 2025
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749 : STOP Using Basic English! Learn Th...

TEACHER TIFFANI
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Level up your English vocabulary with 5 essential casual expressions you'll hear everywhere in real life! In this episode, we're diving into commonly used words that might not be in your textbook but are crucial for natural English conversations.

You'll learn:

  • "Flakey" - for those unreliable friends who always cancel plans
  • "Hangry" - when hunger turns into anger (we've all been there!)
  • "Zonked" - perfect for describing those completely exhausted moments
  • "Sketchy" - when something just doesn't feel right
  • "Bummed" - expressing disappointment in a casual way

Each word comes with real-life examples and situations where you'll commonly hear them used. Stop using basic English and start speaking like a native! Perfect for intermediate to advanced English learners who want to sound more natural in their daily conversations.


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