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Feb 2021
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#157 Valentine's Day in the United State...

Georgiana, founder of SpeakEnglishPodcast.com
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In today's episode, I will talk about Valentine's Day in the United States. And with a mini-story, you will improve your English speaking.

Although it is a very commercial holiday, Valentine's Day has a fascinating history that goes back to ancient Rome! In the United States and other parts of the world, people celebrate February 14 by giving away candy hearts and red roses.

Historians believe that Valentine's Day originated in ancient Rome as a pagan fertility festival.

But despite its origins, in 1300, it officially became a holiday associated with love and romance.

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