Finland To Spain And Back Again | A Short Story

One British Man

Episode 5 :
Part 1 - The Discussion (0:00)
We moved to Spain at the end of August 2020 but by November we were already on our way back to Finland. Here's a little story about our adventure and how it contributed to the happiness and contentment we are currently feeling in 2021.
Part 2 - Learn English (07:55)
In part two we talk about the language used in the episode and learn how to apply the following words to everyday English conversation;
Sling your hook - "Sling yer 'ook" (idiom)
- Go away!
" Go on, get out of here, sling yer 'ook!"
Part and parcel of (expression)

- an essential and integral part of
- included or involved in
"Dealing with complaints is part and parcel of the job"

To not bat and eyelid (idiom)
- to have no fear, concern, worry
"She told him that they had run out of money but he didn't bat an eyelid."
Step on to the property ladder (idiom)
- to enter the property investment market
note : sometimes 'get on the property ladder'
"The government schemes help young people to step on to the property ladder"
Put the kettle on (expression)
- to prepare to relax and drink tea
note : usually an indication that you want to sit, relax and chat.
"Put the kettle on, I'll be home in 5 mins"

To lurk (verb)
- to hide away / lie low
"I saw a strange guy lurking in the shadows"
Sub-conscious (noun) subconsciously (adverb)
- part of the mind / a thought that you are not fully aware of
note : a dream is a good example of your sub-conscious mind in action.
"Subconciously, I put my wallet in the fridge and the butter in my pocket."
To get one's bearings (idiom)
- to gain understanding/awareness of your location in relation to your surroundings.
"It took a few days to get my bearings before I could really enjoy Paris"

Pass up on (phrasal verb)
- to not take an opportunity
"I passed up on the chance to meet Bill Gates because we don't have anything in common"
Fork out (phrasal verb)
- to spend a lot of money (on something)...usually unwillingly.
"We had to fork out €3000 on fixing the car"
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