English Level: Intermediate Content Warning: Bullying, distracting music
Zion – A Wrestler with No Legs
Self-Study
Chris – Going Blind in Space
English Level: Advanced Content Warning: spiders, technical language, many metaphors
Nick – Primordial Dwarfism
English Level: Intermediate Content Warning: Physical Disability Speech is difficult to understand
It’s Neither Here nor There
When someone says that it’s neither here nor there, they are saying that the information is irrelevant, unimportant or inconsequential. The phrase is basically saying that it doesn’t matter if it is here, there or nowhere. It just doesn’t matter. Idiomatically, this demonstrates that there is no point. Example: They are qualified for the job. … Read More
You Rock!
The phrase, you rock, is used to say that you really like something or someone. It is like saying, “You are awesome!” Example: Thank you for helping me with my homework. You rock! Similarly, if you really like something, you might say that it rocks. If you want to show even more appreciation you can … Read More
’til the Cows Come Home
I grew up on a small dairy farm. Nowadays there aren’t many farms like ours anymore. During the warmer season, we let our cows graze on the pasture. It is much rarer to see that these days. It is healthier for the cows, and they love being outside. It has some drawbacks though. Someone needs … Read More
Champing at the Bit
Today is a new day, exciting day. I will begin a new semester of teacher training. As an instructor, I am champing at the bit to start. I am thrilled to get back into the classroom and spend some time with the trainees. I am also delighted to try a new unit this year, the … Read More
Karen
The name Karen was a common name for a girl. It reached its peak in popularity in the 1960s where it was the 4th most popular name in America. In 2020, there was a drastic decrease in the number of babies named Karen. A dramatic decrease in baby names has happened before. Since 2005, the … Read More
Weird Flex but ok
Here is a newer English phrase. The first time this phrase was used was on December 31, 2017. Weird flex but ok is a sarcastic remark. It is used to make fun of someone who is bragging about an inappropriate accomplishment. It raises more questions than answers. Example: “I married my best friend’s dad – … Read More
Old Wives’ Tale
An old wives’ tale is a belief that is generally believe but incorrect. It is a type of urban legend. They are usually traditional beliefs related to “feminine” areas of expertise including health, pregnancy, nutrition, or social relations. However, the phrase can be applied to any situation where the commonly held belief is incorrect. Example: … Read More