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On the Espresso English podcast, you'll learn English grammar, vocabulary, phrases, idioms, and more. Espresso English lessons are clear and practical, making it easy to learn the language quickly and effectively. Visit http://www.espressoenglish.net to get English courses and e-books that will help you learn faster!
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The best podcast for learning English if you like current events and trending topics. Improve your English listening, learn new words, and build your confidence with the #1 English-learning podcast focused on stories and English expressions. Join Jeff and JR every Monday and Thursday for a short English lesson. In the first half, you'll enjoy a story about something happening in the world. In the second half, you'll learn how to use a common English expression or phrasal verb. Best of all, t ...
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This series of videos provides an introduction to British food. The culture people develop around food can reveal a lot about them; providing insights into their personality, values or beliefs.
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Chat ENG is where people chat about how they learn and use English! This is a podcast that helps English learners improve their listening skills, practice their pronunciation and learn new vocabulary! For free-resources and paid courses, visit www.emaileng.com
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Advanced English classes. Learning English by audio is for advanced English language learners and fluent English speakers. Beginners classes are here https://eattmag.com/learn-english/ This English by audio podcast can help you test your memory if you are a fluent English speaker. If English is your second language, you can test how much English you understand if you are a proficient English user or IELTS 7-8 TOEFL iBT 94-109 TOEIC 901+ CAMBRIDGE CPE these classes can help you listening skil ...
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Today's story: It starts with a notice from a court: ""You have been summoned."" American citizens are occasionally required to appear for jury service. Most people called don't have to serve on juries. Here's what the experience is like, for selected jurors and for those who are excused. Learn this English expression: To 'check in' is to register …
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Today's story: There are over 50 million retirees in the United States, about the equivalent of the entire population of Spain. Every person's retirement is different, but today, you'll learn about what retirement is like for most people in the U.S. Learn this English expression: To 'stay put' is to stay in one place and not move Full lesson: https…
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Today's story: Train travel is famous in Europe. In the United States, though, it's a little more complicated. But with some planning, you can make train travel part of a U.S. vacation (if you plan ahead and leave plenty of time). Learn this English expression: A system is 'up and running' when it is fully working Full lesson: https://plainenglish.…
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** Enjoy this fast version of Episode #700. Listen to the fast audio of our lessons by signing up for a free trial at PlainEnglish.com Today's story: America's national parks are an important part of the country's natural landscape and they attract millions of visitors per year. Some parks preserve wilderness areas. Others have pristine beaches. Tw…
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🤩 FREE PDF + Quiz: https://bit.ly/4bRPnav ⭐ Vocabulary Builder Course - https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/vocabulary-builder-course/ ⭐ Advanced Vocabulary Course - https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/advanced-vocabulary-and-collocations-course/ ✨ Espresso English Academy: https://bit.ly/EEacademy The English language has a lot of words with 2 meaning…
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Today's story: America's national parks are an important part of the country's natural landscape and they attract millions of visitors per year. Some parks preserve wilderness areas. Others have pristine beaches. Two parks include networks of caves. All are preserved for future generations and open to visitors. Learn this English expression: Someth…
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Today's story: You fold it in New York. You put caviar on it in California. You make in a pan for car-parts in Detroit. And you eat it with a knife and fork in Chicago. Pizza is a perfect dish for sharing at parties and around a family dinner table. But pizza is not the same everywhere. Here are four regional varieties in the United States. Learn t…
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🤩 FREE PDF + Quiz: https://bit.ly/3LB6dzL ⭐ Phrasal Verbs in Conversation Course: https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/phrasal-verbs-in-conversation-course/ ✨ Espresso English Academy: https://bit.ly/EEacademy Want to learn some phrasal verbs based on my daily routine? Join me as I go through my day, teaching you phrasal verbs along the way! When you’…
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Today's story: School is about learning. But for many students, school is about so much more: sports teams, after-school clubs, drama, and free time during the school day. Learn what social and after-school life is like at a typical American school. Learn this English expression: To 'try out' is to compete for a role in a play or on a team Full les…
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Today's story: Math, science, history, reading. Learning these things in school is, now, almost a universal experience. But the specifics of the school day differ from country to country. Here, learn what a typical school day is like in the United States. Learn this English expression: To be 'spread out' is to have a lot of space between each one F…
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Today's story: America's west is its most visually stunning region, with Rocky Mountain peaks and the bright lights of Las Vegas. The mountain west has beautiful national parks and forests. The southwest is characterized by bigger (and newer cities) and the desert. Learn this English expression: To 'take cover' is to seek protection from danger (of…
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Today's story: The American South used to be an agricultural region, which lagged behind the rest of the country in education, income, and modernization. But that is no more, as the South is now the destination of choice for families moving within the United States. Learn this English expression: A 'safety net' is all the things that protect you fr…
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FREE Pronunciation Guide - https://bit.ly/AmericanEnglishPronunciationGuide American English Pronunciation Course - https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/pronunciation-and-shadowing-courses/ ✨ Espresso English Academy: https://bit.ly/EEacademy Did you know we have 5 different ways to pronounce the letter X in English? We’re going to learn and practice …
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Today's story: The Midwest may not have the diversity of the east or the spectacular outdoors of the west coast. But it offers a good quality of life at reasonable cost, with a diversified economy and plenty to do inside and outside. Learn this English expression: To 'fall on hard times' is to experience financial hardship Full lesson: https://plai…
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Today's story: Have you ever wondered what a typical American family budget is like? Today, you'll learn about the spending habits of the average household. You'll learn how much typical American families spend on housing, transportation, health care, entertainment, and more. Learn this English expression: 'All in' describes the total cost of an ac…
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🤩 Download FREE PDF + Quiz: https://bit.ly/3y6n4at 👉 Advanced English Grammar Course: https://www.espressoenglish.net/advanced-english-grammar-course/ ✨ Espresso English Academy: https://bit.ly/EEacademy What’s wrong with these sentences? - They aren’t aware about the problem. - She’s married with a journalist. - Who’s responsible of this project? …
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Today's story: Have you ever wondered about the typical salary for American workers? If so, this episode is for you. Learn what people in different professions make, from lawyers and doctors to journalists and teachers. Learn this English expression: Use 'take out' to describe obtaining a loan or insurance policy Full lesson: https://plainenglish.c…
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Today's story: We've all heard of the largest museums. But the United States has many smaller museums, too, often focused on just one subject. From the Andy Warhol Museum in Pittsburgh to the National World War II museum in New Orleans, learn about some of the nation's best smaller museums. Learn this English expression: 'Pop culture' is the collec…
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Download FREE PDF - https://bit.ly/3Sd7oJp Espresso English Courses: https://www.espressoenglish.net/english-speaking-courses/ ✨ Espresso English Academy: https://bit.ly/EEacademy Suffixes are added to the ends of words, usually to change their grammatical form: beauty (noun) - beautiful (adjective) quick (adjective) - quickly (adverb) maintain (ve…
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Today's story: In this lesson, you'll learn about the nation's great art museums: the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Art Institute of Chicago, and the Getty Center. You'll also explore air and space, the history of the automobile, the 9/11 attacks, and the world's biggest children's museum. Learn this English expression: To 'make a difference' is …
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Today's story: Life on the west coast really is different. The weather is pleasant, people are healthy, and Western states are often at the forefront of cultural change. It's home to Hollywood and high-tech and has some great public universities. But car culture dominates west-coast cities. Learn this English expression: Something happens 'year-rou…
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Download FREE PDF - https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/free-pdf-10-prefixes-examples/ Vocabulary Builder Courses - https://espressoenglish.lpages.co/vocabulary-builder-course/ Advanced Vocabulary & Collocations Course - https://www.espressoenglish.net/advanced-vocabulary-and-collocations-course/ ✨ Espresso English Academy: https://bit.ly/EEacademy P…
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Today's story: The east coast of the U.S., between Washington, D.C., and Boston, is home to about 50 million people. It has rich history, great cultural treasures, top-notch universities, and four distinct seasons. But the winters are harsh, costs can be high, and the pace of life is fast. Learn this English expression: To focus on something is to …
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Today's story: Dollar stores started as a novelty, a place where consumers could hunt for amusing bargains. But now, they're a big business. Customers can buy cleaning supplies, hardware, clothes, and some food there, all for rock-bottom prices. But not everyone loves dollar stores. Learn this English expression: If something 'falls out of fashion,…
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Today's story: Orange juice is the world's favorite fruit juice. But a series of bad harvests in Brazil and Florida is threatening the global supply. Now, producers are wondering whether to use lower-quality juice blends or add other citrus fruits to their orange juice. And farmers are asking whether it's worthwhile to plant new trees. Learn this E…
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