TED Talks
Anne Curzan: What makes a word "real"?
One could argue that slang words like ‘hangry,’ ‘defriend’ and ‘adorkable’ fill crucial meaning gaps in the English language, even if they don't appear in the dictionary. After all, who actually decides which words make it into those...
TED-Ed
Who decides what's in the dictionary? | Ilan Stavans
While the concept of a dictionary dates back to ancient civilizations, the first English dictionary wasn't published until 1604. In the centuries that followed, many more dictionaries were written by individual authors who chose what to...
Curated Video
How Brands Ruin Slang
From the Brands Saying Bae in the 2010s, to the “wassup” ads of the 90s, advertisers are always trying to find ways to sound cool. But when brands on social media use a slang word in their marketing, that basically guarantees it's over....
Curated Video
Julius Caesar 1.1 Wordplay: “awl” and “mettle”
This analysis unpacks the cobbler's dialogue in "Julius Caesar," demonstrating Shakespeare's mastery in layering humor with wordplay. Through a simple conversation about a cobbler's tools, the segment reveals deeper insights into...
Curated Video
ASL Slang | 20+ Signs & Phrases | Pah! Bing! FSH!
Today my friend Sarah and I are teaching you ASL Slang. Just like in English, ASL has its own idioms and slang that's developed and used by Deaf Communities. In this video we explore about 20 of those signs and phrases and discuss how...
Curated Video
Sandra Cisneros
A trailblazer in more ways than one, Sandra Cisneros was the first Mexican-American woman to be published by a mainstream publisher. Her work brought Hispanic culture to a wider audience of readers.
Curated Video
Gwendolyn Brooks
The first African-American woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry, Gwendolyn Brooks wrote about the hardship and struggles of ordinary people.
PBS
Why Does "Straight" Mean Heterosexual?
When did we start defining sexual orientation and how did that result in "straight" becoming a synonym for "heterosexual"? Today Danielle follows the winding history of the word through medical terms, lavender linguistics, and community...
All Ears English
1957 - Looking for a Unicorn How to Connect Over Your Search for a Rare Item
Sometimes, you are looking for a rare item- whether it's a piece of clothing, a toy for your kid, or an accessory. Today you'll learn one expression that you can use to show people that you're aware of how rare it is- to be kind and to...
All Ears English
2053 - Were You Today Years Old When You Learned this English Slang?
Have you not kept up with new English slang? That's a choice! Today we share three new English slang phrases that will add color and playfulness to your conversations so you can connect with people of any generation.
Curated Video
10 British English Slang Words to Describe a Person
Learn common British English slang words to describe a person. Download your FREE lesson notes here: https://englishlikeanative.activehost...
Curated Video
Tone and Style
“Tone and Style” Will teach Students to define tone and then determine when it is appropriate to use formal style or informal style.
All Ears English
All Ears English Podcast 1506: Haven't Learned Enough Slang? Better Late Than Never
All Ears English Podcast 1506: Haven't Learned Enough Slang? Better Late Than Never
Extra English Practice
Everyday Expressions - "Play it by Ear"
Learn about the common English expression: "Play it by ear". Learn the meaning and see the expression used in conversation.
Curated Video
7+ IELTS Slang and Idioms for Transportation
Use native speaker slang and idioms to impress the examiner. To score highly in Vocabulary on the IELTS Speaking exam, you must show the examiner a range of vocabulary. This means that you cannot just use easy words. In contrast, you...
Rachel's English
FACTS and FAM - AMERICAN SLANG
Learn American English slang: Fam and #FACTS. Get the facts!
Extra English Practice
5 Ways to Say Hello
English conversation lesson on different ways to say "hello". Short skits as examples.
All Ears English
Are You In the Hole? Plus a Webclass Invite! - All Ears English Podcast Bonus
When it comes to money, it's a taboo topic so the way you can approach is to use slang! Today learn 4 money idioms that will build the connection plus find out how to sign up for Aubrey's and Lindsay's upcoming webclass.
Extra English Practice
How to Start a Conversation
English conversation lesson on how to start conversations with friends, acquaintances and strangers in polite and culturally appropriate ways. Short skits as examples..
Curated Video
IELTS Training: How to Use Movies to Pass IELTS
In today's IELTS training video you'll find out how to use movies to pass the IELTS Exam. First, get our 7 easy steps to a 7 or higher
Curated Video
IELTS Energy Podcast 1041: Be a Wordaholic on IELTS Speaking
IELTS Energy Podcast 1041: Be a Wordaholic on IELTS Speaking
All Ears English
3 Tips for Life in Australia with Pete Smissen from Aussie English Podcast - All Ears English 1805
Are you planning to visit Australia for the first time? You may get a culture shock if you expect it to be like the US or the UK. Today get 3 tips to be ready to build connections with our guest Pete Smissen
Rachel's English
AMERICAN SLANG: BAE, GOAT, AF
Learn American English slang, the acronyms bae, GOAT, and AF.
Extra English Practice
Expression: Do me a Favour
English lesson on the expression "do me a favour". Short skits as examples.