Newish Words/Phrases
‘Chillax’
"Chillax" first appeared in print in the early 1990s and is commonly used today. You might guess its meaning, as it was created by blending two words. You can confirm your guess by watching the following video. Vocab Builder
‘Fancy’ – A Very Versatile Word!
Fancy that! A video on fancy. Fancy watching it? It might be a good idea because 'fancy' is a very versatile and commonly used word in British English. Newish Idioms
‘Let Them Cook’
Discover how this relatively new and colourful idiom, popularised on TikTok and Twitter, is being embraced by young people today! You might think it's all about cooking, but it's not. The following video will explain why. Better English!
‘Verbose’ – When More is Less!
Welcome, dear viewers, to a delightful expedition into the whimsical world of verbosity, where we shall embark on a grandiloquent journey through the labyrinthine intricacies of language, exploring the art of using far more words than ne... English Literature
‘Rhetorical Questions’ Explained
Isn't it fascinating how a simple question can spark a thousand thoughts without requiring an answer? Such questions are incredibly useful in presentations and argumentative essays. Everyone appreciates helpful tips, don't they? Watch th... Classic Idioms
‘Don’t Give Up Your Day Job’!
This tongue-in-cheek idiom may not be what you want to hear, as it's not truly about your actual job —whether it's your day or night job! If you're curious, watching this video might be a good idea! Interesting Stuff
‘Misokinesia’ – The Hatred of Movement!
Many people are unaware of misokinesis, a condition related to misophonia, and suffer in silence without realizing it is a recognized issue. Watch this video to see if you might be one of them. Better English!
‘few’ or ‘a few’ – What’s the difference?
You might hear someone say 'I have few friends' and another one say 'I have a few friends' and think they might mean the same thing. However, there is a difference which you can often discern from tone or context. Let me explain: ... Interesting Stuff
‘Misophonia’ – The Hatred of Sound!
Many people are not aware of this term and suffer in silence not realising that it is an actual condition. So, if you hate the sound of someone slurping noodles or water dripping on an air conditioner, you should watch this video.
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