The Vocab Man - Fluent Vocabulary
Join the English learning journey with the English learner Daniel Goodson. Learn more vocabulary and get (more) fluent in English by listening to The Vocab Man!
Episodes
December 22, 2023 • 4 mins
The idioms "Elbow Grease" explained. You'll also hear some exmapled from movies/series.
On the Vocab Man, we cover interesting idioms, expressions, phrases and sayings to make you a better English speaker.
Interview Links
On the Vocab Man, we cover interesting idioms, expressions, phrases and sayings to make you a better English speaker.
Interview Links
- WORLD NEWS QUIZ on Luke's English Podcast
- Learning English WIth The News (also on Luke's English Podacst)
- What is the idea of Simple English News Daily Podacst? (short clip)
- My interview with Stephen (How to learn ...
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December 18, 2023 • 4 mins
In this bonus episode, Bob explains some slang words that he is using when he is with his friends.
Bob's interview about him learning Spanish. https://youtu.be/31cDHLU-MHY?si=vRUxcr13xpIrtymb
Bob's YouTube Channel. GN Bob
MONDAYS with Bob
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Bob's interview about him learning Spanish. https://youtu.be/31cDHLU-MHY?si=vRUxcr13xpIrtymb
Bob's YouTube Channel. GN Bob
MONDAYS with Bob
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December 16, 2023 • 4 mins
Hello learners of English!
The idiom Knock Yourself Out explained and with examples.
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Thanks for listening, Daniel.
If you want to learn English idioms, useful expre...
The idiom Knock Yourself Out explained and with examples.
- Head over to Stephen's Podcast SEND 7 (News Podcast)
- Check out Stephen's first appearence where he covered the phrase Looking Forward To on The Vocab Man.
- Merriam Webster on Know Yourself Out
📬🎤Send in a voice Message via Speakpipe and become part of The Vocab Man.
Thanks for listening, Daniel.
If you want to learn English idioms, useful expre...
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December 15, 2023 • 3 mins
The Expression "I Can't Be Bothered" Explained
According to Vanessa, don't use this expression in the US! (https://youtube.com/clip/UgkxIvdnjYd-hRnKnCLcpTJLLVY673oo8-On?si=0_IEBKa4Z60jIJEO)
Speak English With Vanessa (Don't Use it in the US)
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(Tell us something about your favorite expression or ask questions)
According to Vanessa, don't use this expression in the US! (https://youtube.com/clip/UgkxIvdnjYd-hRnKnCLcpTJLLVY673oo8-On?si=0_IEBKa4Z60jIJEO)
Speak English With Vanessa (Don't Use it in the US)
Send a voice message to the VOCAB_MAN via speakpipe.com
(Tell us something about your favorite expression or ask questions)
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December 10, 2023 • 3 mins
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December 8, 2023 • 2 mins
D'ont hold your breath explained, with examples.
Learn what the idiom “Don't hold your breath” means.
It is a humerous way of saying, this will never happen. Why humerous, because try to hold your breath, how long can you hold your breath? Well, if you hold your breath, you will certainly die. So don't hold your breath. It tends to be used sarcastically and the speaker is expressing skepticism
EA Learning English - Video Lessons
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Learn what the idiom “Don't hold your breath” means.
It is a humerous way of saying, this will never happen. Why humerous, because try to hold your breath, how long can you hold your breath? Well, if you hold your breath, you will certainly die. So don't hold your breath. It tends to be used sarcastically and the speaker is expressing skepticism
EA Learning English - Video Lessons
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December 6, 2023 • 1 min
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You might talk about your favorite expression, idiom, saying or whatever.
You might also say from where you are.
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Thank You Very Much.
Daniel
Send a voice message to myfluentpodcast (myfluentpodcast_VOCAB_MAN) (speakpipe.com)
You might talk about your favorite expression, idiom, saying or whatever.
You might also say from where you are.
myfluentpodcast@gmail.com
Thank You Very Much.
Daniel
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December 4, 2023 • 2 mins
To Pull Someone's Leg explained.
I'm pulling your leg!
Head over to the interview with Sarah. 133 Reading in Italian until fluent - Sarah Ifeoma
Different meanings of "To Pull Someone's Leg":
I'm pulling your leg!
Head over to the interview with Sarah. 133 Reading in Italian until fluent - Sarah Ifeoma
Different meanings of "To Pull Someone's Leg":
- To Tease or Joke Playfully:
- Example: "I was just pulling your leg when I said the boss was looking for you."
- To Deceive or Mislead in a Light-Hearted Manner:
- Example: "Don't believe him; he's just pulling your leg about the surprise...
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November 12, 2023 • 2 mins
What is the meaning of Let Bygones be Bygones? What is its etymology?
Check out the article I wrote about Let Bygones Be Bygones: Let Bygones Be Bygones - The Vocab Man Podcast - Medium
#englishexpressions #englishidioms #englishlearning #englishvocabulary #videoclips #learnwithclips #videoshort
Check out the article I wrote about Let Bygones Be Bygones: Let Bygones Be Bygones - The Vocab Man Podcast - Medium
#englishexpressions #englishidioms #englishlearning #englishvocabulary #videoclips #learnwithclips #videoshort
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October 30, 2023 • 4 mins
What is a Jack O'Lantern?
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October 14, 2023 • 8 mins
We discuss the meaning of "Grand" in the phrase "You Are Grand", which India from Ireland sayd to me when I was appologizing for having interrupted her.
Learn English with the Vocab Man!
Full Interview wiht India
https://youtu.be/PZFnwsVkYo8?si=x_AbRa2VJdJ0xW4j
The Vocab Man Podcast - YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/@thevocabman/featured
Irish Slang Words and Phrases: A Local’s Guide 2020 (tandem.net)
https://www.tandem.net/blog/irish-...
Learn English with the Vocab Man!
Full Interview wiht India
https://youtu.be/PZFnwsVkYo8?si=x_AbRa2VJdJ0xW4j
The Vocab Man Podcast - YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/@thevocabman/featured
Irish Slang Words and Phrases: A Local’s Guide 2020 (tandem.net)
https://www.tandem.net/blog/irish-...
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August 26, 2023 • 3 mins
Martin Johnston's favorite word is "to smooch". It's a funny verb and I like it too.
Visit Martin's website rocknrollenglish.com and tune in into his great English learning Podcasts. Let's Rock N'Roll, baby!
Rock N'Roll Bible
Full interview here: Episode 128 of My Fluent Podcast
Visit Martin's website rocknrollenglish.com and tune in into his great English learning Podcasts. Let's Rock N'Roll, baby!
Rock N'Roll Bible
Full interview here: Episode 128 of My Fluent Podcast
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July 1, 2023 • 2 mins
To Be Off The Hook explained.
Full Interview with Eugeniu AKA Lingo Junkie:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1JnvSgTkM4PNGR8rCyCwuQ?si=Yzcc2mjCTMeou8vOpZGj0A
Lingo Junkie - YouTube
Full Interview with Eugeniu AKA Lingo Junkie:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1JnvSgTkM4PNGR8rCyCwuQ?si=Yzcc2mjCTMeou8vOpZGj0A
Lingo Junkie - YouTube
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June 19, 2023 • 8 mins
In this episode, Stephanie Fuccio from the Geopats Podcast discusses the various meanings and uses of the word "chip." She highlights its different forms as a noun, a verb, and even as a name in some cases. Focusing on the verb form, she introduces the phrase "to chip away at," explaining that it involves gradually breaking off small pieces of something large until the task is completed. Stephanie provides examples of how this phra...
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June 16, 2023 • 4 mins
We explain the idiom" living under a rock".
You have been living under a rock if you didn't know The Vocab Man. (I'm just kidding)
More examples:
JAMES, an enthusiastic pop culture fanatic, sits on the couch, surrounded by posters and action figures. EMILY, his friend, enters the room, holding a tablet.
EMILY
Hey, James! Have you heard about that new superhero movie?
JAMES
(looking perplexed)
What superhero movie?
EMILY
(confused)
Are you liv...
You have been living under a rock if you didn't know The Vocab Man. (I'm just kidding)
More examples:
JAMES, an enthusiastic pop culture fanatic, sits on the couch, surrounded by posters and action figures. EMILY, his friend, enters the room, holding a tablet.
EMILY
Hey, James! Have you heard about that new superhero movie?
JAMES
(looking perplexed)
What superhero movie?
EMILY
(confused)
Are you liv...
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June 9, 2023 • 4 mins
The phrase/quesion "What's it to you" explained with examples.
"What's it to you?" is an idiom often used in spoken English to express annoyance or to question why someone is interested or concerned about a particular matter. It can have different nuances depending on the context and tone of the speaker. Here's a breakdown of the phrase:
"What's it to you?" is an idiom often used in spoken English to express annoyance or to question why someone is interested or concerned about a particular matter. It can have different nuances depending on the context and tone of the speaker. Here's a breakdown of the phrase:
- "What's": This is a contraction of "What is." It introduces a question or inquiry.
- "it": Refer...
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June 5, 2023 • 4 mins
To Have A Thick Skin explained with Examples.
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May 31, 2023 • 4 mins
Today, we discuss the phrase "I am game" and give a few examples and synonyms.
Pioneers of The Continuum (Podcast for English Learners)
https://open.spotify.com/show/5THJiTVCQO1ICPtPoBvs3r?si=3e13715d6d1f46da
Pioneers of The Continuum (Podcast for English Learners)
https://open.spotify.com/show/5THJiTVCQO1ICPtPoBvs3r?si=3e13715d6d1f46da
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February 22, 2023 • 3 mins
Do you want to participate on The Vocab Man Podcast?
Contact Daniel:
myfluentpodcast@gmail.com
Contact Daniel:
myfluentpodcast@gmail.com
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February 17, 2023 • 5 mins
Without Any Futher Ado explained.
Check out the fantastic English learning podcast: Luke's English Podcast.
Shakespeare's Comedy is called "Much Ado About Nothing"
Why we shouldn't say without any further ado?
Stop saying ‘without further ado’ (and do this instead) (franticallyspeaking.com)
https://franticallyspeaking.com/stop-saying-without-further-ado-and-do-this-instead/
Check out the fantastic English learning podcast: Luke's English Podcast.
Shakespeare's Comedy is called "Much Ado About Nothing"
Why we shouldn't say without any further ado?
Stop saying ‘without further ado’ (and do this instead) (franticallyspeaking.com)
https://franticallyspeaking.com/stop-saying-without-further-ado-and-do-this-instead/
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