• How do you ask polite questions in English?
    Aug 7 2023

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    Join Faith on the Vita English Podcast as she discusses the importance of asking questions politely in English. Learn easy strategies to make your questions sound softer and more considerate. Share your progress and get feedback at info@vitaenglish.ca.

    Let's grow together, and remember, when it comes to English, use it, live it, love it, and fluency will follow!

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    6 minutos
  • Language Q&A: What does brutal' mean?
    Jul 8 2023

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    Welcome to the Vita English Podcast! In this episode, join Faith as she discusses the word "brutal." Discover how the meaning of this word has evolved, listen to real-life examples of its usage, and hear Faith share a personal experience that was truly brutal!

    Can you think of a situation where you could use the word "brutal"? Share your experiences by emailing info@vitaenglish.ca.

    Thank you for tuning in to the Vita English Podcast. Always remember, when it comes to English, use it, live it, love it, and fluency will follow!

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    6 minutos
  • Language Q&A: What does 'to take for granted' mean?
    Jul 5 2023

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    Welcome to the Vita English Podcast! In this episode, Faith explores the phrase "to take for granted." Discover the meaning of this expression, which refers to expecting something or someone to always be available without appreciating their value. Faith provides relatable examples, such as taking a best friend's support for granted. She also expands the concept to society's attitudes toward privileges like clean water or electricity. Faith shares a personal experience related to taking clean air for granted. Faith wants to hear from you! Can you think of a situation where you could use "to take for granted"? Share your experiences by emailing info@vitaenglish.ca.

    Thanks for listening to the Vita English Podcast. Remember, when it comes to English, use it, live it, love it, and fluency will follow!

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    5 minutos
  • Language Q&A: What does 'copy that' mean?
    Jul 5 2023

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    Welcome to the Vita English Podcast! Join Faith as she explores interesting language topics. In this episode, she talks about the phrase "copy that."

    "Copy that" originally came from the military and means "I understand." It's used in different situations like emergency services or aviation. You might have heard it in movies or everyday conversations too.

    Faith shares examples of how to use "copy that" in different contexts, like a pilot confirming instructions or an employee understanding their boss's directions. She even tells a personal story about using it while baking bread with her mom.

    Faith wants to hear from you! Can you think of a situation where you could use "copy that"? Share your experiences by emailing info@vitaenglish.ca.

    Thanks for listening to the Vita English Podcast. Remember, when it comes to English, use it, live it, love it, and fluency will follow!

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    6 minutos
  • Language Q&A: What does 'boarish' mean?
    Jun 16 2023

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    Welcome to the Vita English Podcast with your host, Faith! In this episode, Faith introduces the word "boarish" and discusses its meaning. Derived from the term "boar," which refers to a wild pig, "boarish" is used to describe individuals or actions that exhibit rude, uncultured, or socially insensitive behavior. Faith provides relatable examples such as someone being disruptive at a dinner party or behaving inconsiderately at a concert.

    Faith shares a personal experience where she encountered boarish behavior at a professional conference. She recounts how a member of the audience continuously interrupted the speaker and asked inappropriate questions, causing discomfort and disrespect.

    Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own encounters with boarish behavior and how they handled them. Faith invites them to share their stories by emailing her at info@vitaenglish.ca.

    Tune in to the Vita English Podcast to expand your vocabulary and enhance your English skills! Remember, when it comes to English - use it, live it, love it, and fluency will follow!

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    5 minutos
  • Language Q&A: What does 'binge' mean?
    Jun 11 2023

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    Welcome to the Vita English Podcast with your host, Faith! In this episode, Faith explains the word "binge" and how it means consuming something excessively or without control. She gives relatable examples like eating a lot of potato chips or watching a whole season of a TV show in one sitting. Faith also shares a personal story about bingeing on gummy worms and feeling the effects afterward. Tune in to learn and improve your English skills with the Vita English Podcast! Remember, when it comes to English - use it, live it, love it, and fluency will follow!

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    4 minutos
  • Language Q&A: What does 'wonky' mean?
    Jun 3 2023

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    Join host Faith on the Vita English Podcast as she explores the meaning of the word "wonky." Discover how "wonky" describes things that feel off or unstable, and even how it can relate to our own well-being. Faith shares personal experiences and invites listeners to reflect on their own encounters with "wonky" moments. Tune in to learn, engage, and enhance your English language skills. Remember, when it comes to English- to use it, live it, love it, and fluency will follow!

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    4 minutos
  • Language Q&A: What does 'budding' mean?
    May 25 2023

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    Welcome to Vita English with your host, Faith. In today's episode, we'll talk about the word "budding." We'll learn what it means and how it's used in everyday conversations. Imagine a small plant just starting to grow—it's like that. We'll look at examples of budding artists, budding entrepreneurs, and even budding romances. You'll also have a chance to practice with a question about your own budding interests. Join us as we explore the world of growth and new beginnings in this episode of Vita English.

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    3 minutos