
AE 1249 - Pete's 2c
Help! Why Am I Struggling With English Still?
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G’day mates! 🐨 Welcome back to another ripper episode of Pete’s 2c! Today, Pete is diving deep into the baffling question: Why do folks, despite chucking a U-turn to an English-speaking land, still find themselves having a chinwag challenge?
Pete unravels the mysteries behind the English language hurdles many face post-migration. From the cheeky nuances to the tricky slang, he spills the beans on why some cobbers might feel like they’re in a bit of a pickle when it comes to spitting out the Queen’s English.
But hold your horses, mates! Pete doesn’t just point out the quirks – he’s got some fair dinkum tips and tricks up his sleeve. Tune in for some fair dinkum advice on how to smooth out those linguistic speed bumps and start spinning yarns like a true blue Aussie.
So, grab your cuppa, chuck on your headphones, and join Pete for a chinwag that’ll have you feeling chuffed about your English skills in no time.
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