The Déclic Anglais Podcast

VE Day is celebrated by many countries on the 8th or 9th May. But what does this important holiday commemorate exactly? What were the dramatic events that led to the first VE Day in 1945? This episode explores all of these questions. Happy listening! :-) Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. -------------------------  The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progresser ra...

The 1st May is a holiday for many countries around the world. In the English-speaking world, it is known as Labour Day. Workers around the world fight to protect their rights in the workplace. This episode explores THREE important terms related to work and the labour movement. As always, happy listening! :-) Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. -------------------------  The Déclic...

Welcome to "Word of the Week" from the Déclic Anglais Podcast. This week's word is: smile . (This word can be both a noun and a verb). Happy listening, dear listeners! :-) Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. -------------------------  The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progresser rapidement et efficacement en anglais. Avec un nouvel épisode tous les mardis, amélio...

In this episode, we are continuing the theme of "laughter". But, dear listeners, if you are listening to this podcast, it is because you want to expand your vocabulary. (And this episode does exactly that!) English has a lot of vocabulary around laughter (le rire). This episode explores TWO synonyms for laughter that will really impress your English-speaking friends and colleagues. And finally, in...

There is an English expression which says that "laughter is the best medicine" ... And this is for a good reason! In honour of "International Moment of Laughter Day" (celebrated every 14th April), this episode explores the many benefits of laughter (rire) - a fundamental human reflex that brings enormous benefits to our lives - both physically, mentally, and socially. As always, I wish you Happy L...

Welcome to "Word of the Week" from the Déclic Anglais Podcast. This week's word is: a prank . (You might want to "prank someone" on 1st April!) Other vocabulary heard in this episode: a joke (une blague) Happy listening, dear listeners! :-) Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. -------------------------  The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progresser rapidement et ef...

Welcome to "Word of the Week" from the Déclic Anglais Podcast. This week's word is: daylight saving time . Other vocabulary heard in this episode: spring (le printemps) daylight (lumière du jour) a clock (une horloge Happy listening, dear listeners! :-) Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. -------------------------  The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progresser rap...

We all have habits. Indeed, we say that humans are "creatures of habit". In this episode, we explore THREE very useful English expressions to describe habits. They are common expressions that you can use safely use in all contexts. As always, the expressions are explained with lots of examples and context. Happy listening! :-) Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. ------------------------...

Welcome to "Word of the Week" from the Déclic Anglais Podcast. This week's word is: behaviour . Other vocabulary heard in this episode: a habit (une habitude) Happy listening, dear listeners! :-) Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. -------------------------  The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progresser rapidement et efficacement en anglais. Avec un nouvel épisode...

Welcome to "Word of the Week" from the Déclic Anglais Podcast. This week's word is: fasting . Other vocabulary heard in this episode: Lent (le Carême) protest (manifestation) Happy listening, dear listeners! :-) Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. -------------------------  The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progresser rapidement et efficacement en anglais. Avec u...

Every year, millions of people try to give up bad habits... - but without success! In this episode, we explore the fascinating subject of habits, and especially how to change them. From smoking, to excessive chocolate and caffeine... What is a habit exactly? How long does it take to change one? Listen, and find out. :-) Happy listening! Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. --------------...

Welcome to "Word of the Week" from the Déclic Anglais Podcast. This week's word is: a sweet spot . (A sweet spot is all about finding the perfect balance!) Other vocabulary heard in this episode: a happy medium (un juste milieu) Happy listening, dear listeners! :-) Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. -------------------------  The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour pr...

"Comprehensible input" is a key part of language learning, and something that every student should know. If your learning resources (such as TV series and books) are too difficult, you might be slowing down your progress. In this episode, we explore comprehensible input and how to use it in your study of English. The objective: to make you an effective learner! Happy listening! Cliquez ici pour té...

Welcome to "Word of the Week" from the Déclic Anglais Podcast. This week's word is: date . (This word is very useful for romantic meetings on Valentine's Day!) Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. -------------------------  The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progresser rapidement et efficacement en anglais. Avec un nouvel épisode tous les mardis, améliorez votre co...

It's February 2025 - and Valentine's Day is almost here! In this episode, you will learn THREE very practical expressions for talking about relationships: and not just romantic ones! These expressions can be learned to describe your relationships with friends, family, and colleagues (depending on the context, of course!) Practice makes perfect! This episode finishes with a short quiz to help you i...

Welcome to "Word of the Week" from the Déclic Anglais Podcast. This week's word is: oath . This is a very important promise! Happy listening, dear listeners! Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. -------------------------  The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progresser rapidement et efficacement en anglais. Avec un nouvel épisode tous les mardis, améliorez votre comp...

On 20th January 2025, the USA will inaugurate its new president. This is a 200-year-old ceremony, and one of the most important in the world! But what happens during these ceremonies exactly? What can we expect to see? This episode explores the inauguration ceremonies of American presidents, and compares it to the inaugurations of French presidents. (N.B.: Cet épisode se concentre exclusivement su...

Welcome to "Word of the Week" from the Déclic Anglais Podcast. This week's word is: hopeful. (It's all about having "the glass half full"!) Other vocabulary heard in this episode: optimistic (optimiste) to be fit (être en forme) Happy New Year, dear listeners! Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. -------------------------  The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progres...

2024 was an interesting year for the English language, with hundreds of new words being added to dictionaries such as Oxford and Merriam Webster. In this episode (the first of 2025!) we will explore THREE of these neologisms (new words): Does someone give you the ick ? Do you know someone in a situationship ? Are you a fan of barbiecore ? Happy New Year, dear listeners. And as always, happy listen...

Welcome to "Word of the Week" from the Déclic Anglais Podcast. This week's word is: feast . The Christmas / New Year's period is definitely the period to feast with your friends and family. Other vocabulary heard in this episode: turkey (la dinde) plum pudding Enjoy the New Year's celebrations, dear listeners! :-) Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. -------------------------  The D...

Welcome to "Word of the Week" from the Déclic Anglais Podcast. This week's word is: a carol. If you like to sing, then Christmas is the perfect season for you! Merry Christmas, dear listeners! :-) Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. -------------------------  The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progresser rapidement et efficacement en anglais. Avec un nouvel épisod...

Christmas is here, and everywhere people are decorating their homes. British people often decorate their homes with a winter plant: mistletoe (le gui). But do you know why people kiss under mistletoe? And where did this tradition begin? Listen to our Christmas episode to find out! A very Merry Christmas, everyone! :-) Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. -------------------------  T...

Welcome to "Word of the Week" from the Déclic Anglais Podcast. This week's word is: mistletoe.  This is a common plant which has great significance in the English-speaking world at winter. Other vocabulary heard in this episode: to flower (fleurir) Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. -------------------------  The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progresser rapidem...

In this episode, we explore 3 idiomatic expressions related to winter. These are practical expressions that you can use in your everyday English conversations! They are perfect if you want to impress your English-speaking friends and colleagues. Each idiom is explained clearly using a variety of scenarios. Happy listening, everyone! :-) Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. --------------...

Welcome to "Word of the Week" from the Déclic Anglais Podcast. This week's word is all about Christmas decorations: tinsel. Other vocabulary heard in this episode: to sparkle (scintiller / étinceller).  Cliquez ici pour télécharger la transcription. -------------------------  The Déclic Anglais Podcast est le podcast idéal pour progresser rapidement et efficacement en anglais. Avec un nouvel...