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140 podcasts tagged "english expressions"
AE 1235 - Expression: It's Now or Never
In today's episode... G'day there, mates! Welcome back to another ripper episode of "The Aussie English Podcast." I'm your host, Pete, and today, we're diving headfirst into the English expression of the day - " it's now or never ." You know, this little beauty of a saying means you've got to crack on and get things done pronto, or you might as well kiss 'em goodbye. It's all about seizing the moment! And believe me, we've got some corker examples lined…
AE 1234 - Expression: Go For Broke
In today's episode... G'day, mates! Welcome back to the Aussie English podcast with your host, Pete. Today, we're diving into the exciting world of social events and gatherings that are not only a fantastic way to practice your Australian English but also to make new friends. So grab your didgeridoo and your best Aussie slang, because we're about to get started! In this episode, Pete introduces you to the goldmine of language meetups. Imagine practicing…
AE 1226 - Expression: More (Something) Than You Could Poke a Stick at
In today's episode... Hey there, you mob! Welcome back to another exciting episode of Aussie English. We've got a real treat for you today as we dive into the wonderful world of expressions. Get ready to have a blast while learning some handy phrases you can use in everyday conversations! In this episode, Pete shares a glimpse of his week, giving us a sneak peek into his busy weekend with his awesome little nippers. Picture this: a weekend full of…
AE 1225 - Expression: Shoot from the hip
In today's episode... G'day, language learners! Welcome back to another exciting episode of Aussie English Adventures. I'm your host, Pete, and I'm stoked to have you here with me today. We're talking about the expression "shoot from your hip" -- read that again, not your hip! Let's kick off by sharing a bit about my week. I've been hanging out with my kiddos and let me tell ya, it's been a ripper of a time! We've hit up the local parks, scored some…
AE 1224 - Expression: Dig Your Own Grave
In today's episode... Welcome back to another episode in Aussie English, the podcast that's all about enhancing your Australian English skills. And for today's English expression, we are going to talk about the expression "dig your own grave". Guess what? Yours truly, after a whopping 15-year hiatus, has picked up a guitar again! Can you believe it? I'm not just here to share my newfound musical journey, but also to draw some striking parallels between…
AE 1222 - Expression: Waste Not, Want Not
In today's episode... G'day, you mob! Welcome back to another awesome episode on the Aussie English podcast. I've got some great stuff to share with you today, including learning about the expression "waste not, want not" . First off, let me give you a little update on what's happening in my life. So, guess what? My adorable son has been pleading with me to get a new kitten to befriend our lovely cat, Peaches. Isn't that just the cutest idea ever? I'm…
AE 1216 - Expression: Up in the Air
In today's episode... Welcome to another episode of the Aussie English podcast! On today's journey, we're unpacking the popular expression 'up in the air.' Not sure what that means? All good! Pete breaks down the meaning of this curious idiom in a way that's easy to understand, bringing it down to earth just for you. But we're not stopping there! Ever wondered where such a phrase might have originated? Tune in as we go back in time to discover the…
AE 1214 - Expression: Get a Grip
In today's episode... Welcome back to another exciting episode of our weekly English expression series. I hope you’ve been having a fantastic week filled with learning! And in today’s episode, I give you a lesson on the English expression “get a grip” . First off, I got a fantastic question from one of my outstanding listeners about the past tense of the word “break” in a driving context. I got you covered! I’ll answer this burning question and provide…
AE 1213 - Expression: Pull It Off
In today's episode... G'day and welcome back to another episode on the Aussie English Podcast! It's always a pleasure to have you join me as always! Today, I got you an episode packed with fascinating content, including a question from one of my avid listeners and some language tips to help you on your language learning journey. So let's dive right in! Firstly, a big shout-out to Fang, who asked an intriguing question about shoes hanging from powerlines…
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