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Aug 24
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827 : English Fluency ABCs : Letter D

TEACHER TIFFANI
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In this episode, we continue our English Fluency ABCs series with the letter D, exploring essential vocabulary, phrasal verbs, and sentence patterns that will elevate your English communication. Join me as I break down the letter D with words like "diligent," "diverse," and "dilemma," along with useful phrasal verbs and authentic American culture insights that will help you sound more natural in everyday conversations.

You'll learn: 

• Five powerful D-words including "diligent," "diverse," "dilemma," "double-edged sword," and "devil's advocate" 

• Three essential phrasal verbs: "drop by," "deal with," and "die down" with real-life examples 

• How to use the "Despite [challenge]..." sentence pattern to show resilience and contrast 

• Insights into American "Drive-thru Culture" and its significance in everyday life 

• How to apply all these elements through our engaging story about Maya, an English learner navigating life in Chicago

Plus, you'll hear how these vocabulary items and expressions connect naturally in context through our comprehensive review story that brings everything together. Upgrade your English vocabulary with these practical expressions that will help you communicate more confidently with native speakers!

Resource Available: 

FluencyPanion Notebook: https://shop.speakenglishwithtiffani.com/products/fluencypanion-your-english-fluency-notebook 

365-Day English Study Plan: https://speakenglishwithtiffani.com/365plan


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