Guessing Asian Nationality ｜ Learn Real English
Guessing Asian nationality is kind of like a game show in this video from YouTube. In this lesson we’ll see the video, learn key vocab and…
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Idiom ｜ Ace Up One’s Sleeve
The idiom an “ace up one’s sleeve” originated in 1800s America, but began life life much earlier in a slightly different form. It means to…
Paris Olympics ｜ Learn Real English
The 2024 Paris Olympics has arrived. In this lesson we’ll look at interviews and commentary to learn the key phrases, how to use them, and…
Hayato Sumino in Hong Kong ｜ Learn Real English
Hayato Sumino made his Hong Kong debut. In these video lessons we’ll learn what Hayato said, study the key phrases, and learn and how to …
Idiom ｜ Play Cards Close to One’s Chest
The idiom “to play one’s cards close to one’s chest” originated in 1800s America, most likely from the card game poker. The idiom means to…
Forrest Gump ｜ English Movie Lesson
Learn to talk like a native speaker with ‘Forrest Gump.’ We explored some of the most useful vocab to help you understand this movie like a native speaker.
Idiom ｜ Call a Spade a Spade
The idiom “call a spade a spade” has a long and colorful history. The spade in question is not the suit from a deck of playing cards, but …
AI Mayor ｜ Learn Real English
An AI mayor has invaded in Yokosuka. In this lesson we’ll look at the videos, see what said and discus the ethical issues. A sign of the times or …
Bob Marley ｜ Learn Real English
Bob Marley, famous for reggae, has seen renewed interest due to ‘One Love.’ In this lesson we’ll see interviews with Marley, learn key …
Idiom ｜ Keep Your Shirt On
The idiom “keep your shirt on” refers to the tendency of men to take their shirt off before fighting, which helps explain what the phrase …