SL Rockfish
English Makes No Sense
A humorous and hopefully helpful look at the English language. If you follow me on Tik Tok, Instagram and YouTube you already know what this podcast is about. In this podcast we will have fun with the English language. You will learn pronunciation tips, grammar rules and how to improve your English. Listen, learn, hopefully laugh and practice your English fluency skills! Come on!
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SL Rockfish
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Jul 6, 2026
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Episodes
Sound More Polite in English | “Could You Clarify That?” (Workplace Upgrade) 29.01.2026 2:48
Want to sound professional when you don’t understand? In this 2-minute English lesson, learn how to upgrade: ❌ “That’s confusing.” ✅ “Could you clarify that a bit for me?” Perfect for meetings, emails, and workplace conversations. 🎙️ English Makes No Sense – Speak English with confidence. #BusinessEnglish #ProfessionalEnglish #PoliteEnglish #WorkplaceEnglish #LearnEnglish #ESLWork #EnglishMakesN...
Figure Out | Common English Phrasal Verb Explained in 2 Minutes 28.01.2026 2:15
he phrasal verb figure out is everywhere in English—especially at work. In this quick lesson, you’ll learn: • What figure out means • How to use it naturally in sentences • Common mistakes ESL learners make If English feels confusing… let’s figure it out together. 🎙️ English Makes No Sense – Real English for real life. #PhrasalVerbs #LearnEnglish #FigureOut #EnglishPodcast #ESLLearning #EnglishVoc...
Silent Letters in English 🤫 | Know vs Wrong (Pronunciation Lesson) 28.01.2026 2:58
Why do English words have letters we don’t pronounce? In this short pronunciation lesson, you’ll learn: • Why the K in know is silent • Why the W in wrong disappears • How to avoid common pronunciation mistakes Perfect for ESL learners who want to sound more natural and confident. 🎙️ English Makes No Sense – English pronunciation made simple. #EnglishPronunciation #SilentLetters #LearnEnglish #ESL...
Get the Hang of It | Common English Idiom Explained 27.01.2026 2:36
What does “get the hang of it” actually mean? In this quick 2-minute English lesson, you’ll learn: • The meaning of the idiom get the hang of it • When native speakers use it • Easy examples you can use at work and in daily conversations If English feels confusing at first—don’t worry. You’ll get the hang of it 😉 🎙️ English Makes No Sense – Simple lessons. Real English. Real confidence. #LearnEng...
Small Talk: How to Sound Natural Without Feeling Awkward 22.01.2026 14:12
Small talk in English can feel awkward, stressful, and unnecessary — especially at work. In this 10–12 minute episode of English Makes No Sense , you’ll learn how to make small talk in English naturally and confidently , without sounding fake or forcing conversation. This episode is perfect for: • Adult ESL learners • Professionals using English at work • Intermediate English learners (B1–B2) • An...
How Word Stress Changes Everything: Nouns vs. Verbs 16.01.2026 2:59
Headline: Are you saying it wrong? One tiny syllable could be changing your entire sentence! 🚀 Welcome back to English Makes No Sense ! Today, we’re diving into one of the most important secrets of English fluency: Word Stress. Did you know that moving the "stress" in a word can turn a gift into a speech? Or a competition into a challenge? In this episode, we break down the "Noun v...
English Riddles to Improve Fluency! 16.01.2026 3:20
What disappears the moment you say its name? 👉 Silence. #EnglishRiddles #FunFriday #LearnEnglish
What Does “Bite the Bullet” Mean? 15.01.2026 2:59
What does it mean to "Bite the bullet?" Meaning: do something difficult or scary. Example: “I finally bit the bullet and called customer service.” #IdiomsDaily #AmericanEnglish
How to Use the Phrasal Verb: COME UP WITH 13.01.2026 2:34
Master the Phrasal Verb: COME UP WITH 🚀 Have you ever struggled to explain that you just had a "lightbulb moment"? In today’s episode of English Makes No Sense , we are breaking down a phrasal verb that native speakers use every single day: "Come up with." Whether you are in a business meeting or just hanging out with friends, you don't just "think" of ideas—you...
Why “Pizza” Sounds Like That (English Makes NO Sense 🍕) 11.01.2026 3:22
Why does pizza end with a /ts/ sound? Because English steals words and keeps the chaos. A fun, short episode explaining borrowed words and weird English pronunciation. #EnglishFun #LearnEnglish #EnglishMakesNoSense
Stop Saying “I Need Help” – Sound More Confident at Work 09.01.2026 3:04
Want to sound more confident in English at work? Learn a simple phrase upgrade that makes you sound professional, capable, and ready to learn — without changing your message. #WorkEnglish #ProfessionalEnglish #ESLConfidence
Rock or Lock? Master the /R/ vs /L/ Sounds in English 08.01.2026 3:25
Struggling with rock and lock ? You’re not alone. This Pronunciation Tuesday episode trains your tongue to clearly hear and produce the /r/ and /l/ sounds — two of the most difficult sounds for English learners. #PronunciationPractice #ESLPronunciation #SpeakEnglish #EnglishSounds
👉 LOOK INTO: A Must-Know Phrasal Verb for Work English 06.01.2026 3:25
Learn how to use the phrasal verb look into like a native speaker. This episode explains the meaning, common workplace uses, and real examples so you can sound professional and confident at work. #PhrasalVerbs #BusinessEnglish #ESLListening #EnglishAtWork
👉 Spill the Beans: A Common English Idiom ESL Learners Love 05.01.2026 2:51
What does spill the beans really mean? In this quick ESL lesson, you’ll learn the meaning, how native speakers use it, and how to sound natural when talking about secrets and surprises. Perfect for intermediate English learners who want to understand idioms without confusion. Tags / Hashtags: English idioms, ESL podcast, learn English fast, English expressions, ESL listening #ESL #EnglishIdioms #L...
What's the Difference Between Loose and Lose? 03.01.2026 3:02
English spelling is chaotic—and one small letter can completely change meaning. In this episode, you’ll learn the difference between lose vs loose , plus pronunciation tricks to help you hear (and say!) the difference clearly. If spelling and pronunciation confuse you, this episode is for you. #EnglishMakesNoSense #EnglishPronunciation #LoseVsLoose #ESLTips #SpeakEnglishClearly
Quiet or Quite. One Letter Changes Everything! 02.01.2026 2:43
English spelling is chaotic—and one small letter can completely change meaning. In this episode, you’ll learn the difference between quiet vs quite and, plus pronunciation tricks to help you hear (and say!) the difference clearly. If spelling and pronunciation confuse you, this episode is for you. #EnglishMakesNoSense #EnglishPronunciation #LoseVsLoose #QuietVsQuite #ESLTips #SpeakEnglishClearly
Bring vs Take: Think About Location 01.01.2026 2:19
Now let’s talk about bring and take . Think location. Bring moves something toward the speaker. Bring your laptop to the meeting. Take moves something away. Take this folder home. If it’s coming to me → bring .If it’s going away → take . English loves directions. It just forgets to explain them. #EnglishMakesNoSense #ESLLearners #EnglishVerbs #BorrowVsLend #BringVsTake #LearnEnglishDaily #EnglishG...
When to Use Borrow vs Lend? 31.12.2025 2:25
Have you ever said, “Can you borrow me a pen?” You’re not alone. In this episode, we clear up two words that confuse ESL learners because English cares a LOT about direction. Learn when to use borrow vs lend with simple rules that finally make sense.
Hear vs Listen; Which One Should You Use? 30.12.2025 2:30
Do you hear English—or actually listen to it? In this episode of English Makes No Sense , I break down two of the most confusing everyday English words for ESL learners. You’ll learn the real differences, simple rules, and examples you can use immediately at work, school, and in daily conversations. Short words. Big confusion. Let’s fix it. #EnglishMakesNoSense #LearnEnglish #ESLPodcast #EnglishVo...
Say or Tell? Which Should You Use? 29.12.2025 2:36
In this episode of English Makes No Sense , we break down two of the most confusing everyday English words for ESL learners. You’ll learn the real differences, simple rules, and examples you can use immediately at work, school, and in daily conversations. Short words. Big confusion. Let’s fix it. ESL podcast, confusing English words, say vs tell, hear vs listen, learn English podcast, English list...
10 Confusing English Word Pairs ESL Learners Always Mix Up (With Examples!) 28.12.2025 13:55
Do you ever stop mid-sentence and think, “Is this the right word?” You’re not alone — and it’s not your fault. In this 10-minute ESL podcast episode , we break down the top 10 most confusing English word pairs for ESL learners and explain them in a way that finally makes sense. In this episode, you’ll learn: ✔️ The meaning of each word ✔️ The part of speech (noun, verb, adjective, etc.) ✔️ Clear e...
Don't Say "I Don't Know" Say This!: Workplace English 25.12.2025 2:43
Instead of: “I don’t know.” Try: “Let me check on that and get back to you.” Professional. Polite. Confident. #BusinessEnglish #WorkplaceCommunication #ESLSkills
Learn the Phrasal Verb: Keep Up 24.12.2025 3:21
Meaning: stay at the same speed or level. Example: “I can’t keep up with English spelling!” Who can?! 😅 #PhrasalVerbs #ESLTeacher #EnglishMakesNoSense
Learn the Most Important Sound in English: The Schwa! 23.12.2025 3:17
The schwa /ə/ is in almost every sentence you say. About, pencil, support, problem… Let’s make this tiny sound EASY. #Pronunciation #SchwaSound #LearnEnglish
Idiom of the Day: Hit the Books! 22.12.2025 2:37
No, you don’t actually hit anything. It simply means: start studying! Perfect for students—and English learners too! #Idioms #StudyEnglish #ESLLesson #AmericanEnglish
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