ArtisanEnglish.jp - The Posts - The Podcast

Throw you for a loop : the phrase throw you for a loop means to surprise or confuse you. As an example, when someone does something completely out of character. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/ThrowYouForALoop     Thanks for visiting ArtisanEnglish.jp , The Posts – The Podcast today.    These podcasts and posts are created to help our students and anyone who wants to access them to improve their E...

On the ball : Being on the ball means you are quick to understand, ready to act, and aware of what is happening around you. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/OnTheBall     Thanks for visiting ArtisanEnglish.jp , The Posts – The Podcast today.    These podcasts and posts are created to help our students and anyone who wants to access them to improve their English vocabulary.    Take the first step to...

This is a short introduction to the English conversation lesson, Gerontocracy .     You can access the webpage for the lesson Gerontocracy here: https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LessonGerontocracy     At ArtisanEnglish.jp, we emphasize helping students improve the sophistication of their English through meaningful communication, with 100% error correction and detailed after-lesson written feedback....

Daunting : describing something as daunting means it seems intimidating or discouraging, often because it is too challenging to tackle.   https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Daunting      Thanks for visiting ArtisanEnglish.jp , The Posts – The Podcast today.    These podcasts and posts are created to help our students and anyone who wants to access them to improve their English vocabulary.    Take the...

Barebones : If it's barebones, it has only what's necessary and nothing extra. It describes things, ideas, or services that have only the essentials. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Barebones     Thanks for visiting ArtisanEnglish.jp , The Posts – The Podcast today.    These podcasts and posts are created to help our students and anyone who wants to access them to improve their English voc...

Learning English grammar and vocabulary is excellent fun!       However, to master the language, you must use it genuinely to discuss various topics and learn new things in English.        That means discussing issues and themes you like and those you do not.          I will be the first to tell you that perfection is impossible because no one and nothing is perfect.        With that said, it is h...

Freemium : In a freemium business model, a company offers a basic product or service for free, but users must pay for advanced features or content. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Freemium      Thanks for visiting ArtisanEnglish.jp , The Posts – The Podcast today.    These podcasts and posts are created to help our students and anyone who wants to access them to improve their English vocabulary. ...

Pundit : a pundit is an expert or commentator offering opinions, analyses, and interpretations, often in politics, sports, or culture. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Pundit      Thanks for visiting ArtisanEnglish.jp , The Posts – The Podcast today.    These podcasts and posts are created to help our students and anyone who wants to access them to improve their English vocabulary.    Take the firs...

On a knife edge : The phrase on a knife edge describes a situation that is very risky or difficult, where things could quickly get much better or much worse. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/OnAKnifeEdge     Thanks for visiting ArtisanEnglish.jp The Posts – The Podcast today.    These podcasts and posts are created to help our students and anyone who wants to access them to improve their English vo...

Sweet tooth : a sweet tooth is a powerful craving or desire for any and all things that are sweet. It's addiction that takes over your life. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/SweetTooth      Thanks for visiting ArtisanEnglish.jp ’s The Posts – The Podcast today.    These podcasts and posts are created to help our students and anyone who wants to access them to improve their English vocabulary. ...

Learning English grammar and vocabulary is excellent fun!     However, to master the language, you must use it genuinely to discuss various topics and learn new things in English.     That means discussing issues and themes you like and those you do not.       I will be the first to tell you perfection is impossible because no one and nothing is perfect.     With that said, it is human nature to s...

Quality not quantity : When we say quality, not quantity, we mean that it is more important to do something well than to do it many times.  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/QualityNotQuantity Thanks for visiting ArtisanEnglish.jp ’s The Posts – The Podcast today.    These podcasts and posts are created to help our students and anyone who wants to access them to improve their English vocabulary.   ...

Learning English grammar and vocabulary is excellent fun!       However, to master the language, you must use it genuinely to discuss various topics and learn new things in English.       That means discussing issues and themes you like and those you do not.          I will be the first to tell you that perfection is impossible because no one and nothing is perfect.       With that said, it is hum...

So to speak : used when you want to show that your words are not exactly true, but they explain an idea or make it easier to understand.  https://links.artisanenglish.jp/SoToSpeak Thanks for visiting ArtisanEnglish.jp ’s The Posts – The Podcast today.    These podcasts and posts are created to help our students and anyone who wants to access them to improve their English vocabulary.    Take the fi...

Learning English grammar and vocabulary is excellent fun! However, to master the language, you must use it genuinely to discuss various topics and learn new things in English.     That means discussing issues and themes you like and those you do not.       I will be the first to tell you perfection is impossible because no one and nothing is perfect.     With that said, it is human nature to striv...

On the rise : When we say something, such as a trend or a politician, is on the rise, we mean it is increasing or growing in some way. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/OnTheRise      Thanks for visiting ArtisanEnglish.jp ’s The Posts – The Podcast today.    These podcasts and posts are created to help our students and anyone who wants to access them to improve their English vocabulary.    Take the...

Cleanliness is next to godliness : it’s about maintaining a healthy environment, both physically and mentally. It's about respecting yourself. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/CleanlinessIsNextToGodliness      Thanks for visiting ArtisanEnglish.jp ’s The Posts – The Podcast today.    These podcasts and posts are created to help our students and anyone who wants to access them to improve their E...

Useful idiot : someone who is unwittingly manipulated by a more powerful political force to promote their agenda despite not fully understanding the implications of their actions. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/UsefulIdiot      Thanks for visiting ArtisanEnglish.jp ’s The Posts – The Podcast today.    These podcasts and posts are created to help our students and anyone who wants to access them to...

Race to the bottom : happens when companies, countries, or organizations try to win more business by lowering their standards, prices, or quality.    Thanks for visiting ArtisanEnglish.jp ’s The Posts – The Podcast today.    These podcasts and posts are created to help our students and anyone who wants to access them to improve their English vocabulary.    Take the first step to perfect your Engli...

Learning English grammar and vocabulary is excellent fun!        However, to master the language, you must use it genuinely to discuss various topics and learn new things in English.        That means discussing issues and themes you like and those you do not.         I will be the first to tell you that perfection is impossible because no one and nothing is perfect.        With that said, it is h...

Self-made man : A self-made man is someone who attains success through their own effort and determination, not through inheritance or connections. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Self-MadeMan     Thanks for visiting ArtisanEnglish.jp ’s The Posts – The Podcast today.    These podcasts and posts are created to help our students and anyone who wants to access them to improve their English vocabulary...

Learning English grammar and vocabulary is excellent fun!     However, to master the language, you must use it genuinely to discuss various topics and learn new things in English.     That means discussing issues and themes you like and those you do not.       I will be the first to tell you perfection is impossible because no one and nothing is perfect.     With that said, it is human nature to s...

Prim and proper : prim and proper describes a person who is very concerned with looking neat and following rules. They do not like mess or bad manners. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/PrimAndProper     Thanks for visiting ArtisanEnglish.jp ’s The Posts – The Podcast today.    These podcasts and posts are created to help our students and anyone who wants to access them improve their English vocabul...

Stick out like a sore thumb : a phrase used to describe a situation or an individual that stands out from the rest. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/StickOutLikeASoreThumb     Thanks for visiting ArtisanEnglish.jp ’s The Posts – The Podcast today.    These podcasts and posts are created to help our students and anyone who wants to access them to improve their English vocabulary.    Take the first s...

Lighten up : to relax, let go of stress, and not take things too seriously. It's about finding joy and laughter in the little moments, even in the midst of difficult situations. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/LightenUp     Thanks for visiting ArtisanEnglish.jp , The Posts – The Podcast today.    These podcasts and posts are created to help our students and anyone who wants to access them to i...