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If you want to learn English you've come to the right place. I'm Bob the Canadian and I make videos on Youtube (Just search for "Bob the Canadian" on Youtube!) as well as podcasts right here to help you learn English. Each week I teach a lesson and I host a question and answer session about the English language. During these sessions I will my best to answer as many questions as I can that you have about the English language!
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In this English lesson you’ll learn some of the most common words in English that have two different meanings. These words can be tricky for English learners because the same word can mean something completely different in another context. By the end of this lesson, you’ll be able to recognize both meanings and use them correctly in your own conversations. I'll also be giving some good example sentences and teach you how to pronounce them correctly.In this English lesson you’ll learn words like: bat, bark, spring, date, seal, nail, watch, jam, wave, light, match, fair, letter, park, tie and many more. I’ll give you a picture and a simple definition for each word, along with clear example sentences so you can hear how native speakers use these words in everyday English.I hope you enjoy this free English class about words with two meanings. Have a great day!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gRDFxg7GjOw or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Two Meanings"
1In this English lesson we'll go to a shopping plaza / strip mall! This is part two of a lesson I did a few months ago. Many of you enjoyed it and asked for another. In my part of the English speaking world we have what are called strip malls or shopping plazas. These are places where all the shops and stores are in a row with the door facing the parking lot. Walk with me as I explain each location and give you a peek inside each restaurant, shop, and store!In this English lesson I will help you learn words and phrases like: clothing store, nail salon, vacant, to rent, to lease, pizzeria, fast food, drive-thru, big box store, hardware store, garden centre, beer store, animal hospital, juice bar, pharmacy, and many more!I hope you enjoyed this English lesson about shopping plazas!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jd4yiK3kFVM or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Shopping Plaza"
In this English lesson, you’ll learn the names and meanings of large tools and heavy shop equipment that you often see in garages, workshops, and on construction sites.In this lesson you’ll learn words like: shop-vac, vise, anvil, chain hoist, workbench, chop saw, jack, jack stands, bench grinder, log splitter, leaf blower, wood chipper, table saw, and many more.As we go through the lesson, I’ll give you clear and simple definitions so you know exactly what each tool is used for, and I’ll share example sentences so you can practice using these words in real life. This lesson is great if you want to expand your vocabulary and talk more confidently about heavy-duty tools and equipment in English.I hope you enjoy this free English class about large tools and equipment!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jetCS8F7NGU or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Large Tools"
Preply is a great way to find an English conversation partner. Find the perfect tutor to help you make real progress on your English learning journey! Use this link: http://preply.sjv.io/19Q5Qz to get 50% off your first lesson or use code BOB50 at checkout. In my experience Preply is a great way to take your language learning to the next level!In this English lesson, I'll help you learn 12 common English phrases about refocusing, rediscovering, and fresh starts. Whether it’s the end of summer, the start of a new school year, the start of a new job, or just getting back to your goals, these phrases will help you express transitions in a natural way.I'll help you learn phrases about having renewed energy for something. You’ll learn how to say to have a renewed interest, to breathe new life into something, to fall in love with something again, and more! These are English phrases that native speakers use to talk about revisiting old hobbies, returning to routines, or simply staying committed.I hope you enjoyed this English lesson. Have a great day!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vs52vNR4ijk or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Fresh Starts"
In this English lesson you'll be learning pairs of words that are exact opposites. Studying opposite words together is a really effective way to build your vocabulary, because remembering one word often helps you recall the other. I'll make sure to include example sentences, clear pronunciation, and simple explanations of what each word means.In this English lesson you'll learn words such as: to argue and to agree, natural and artificial, clean and dirty, guilty and innocent, maximum and minimum, tight and loose, above and below, foolish and wise, interior and exterior, include and exclude, and many more!I hope you find this free English lesson on opposites both helpful and enjoyable. Thanks for watching, and have an amazing day!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MW8u4ZRRlSg or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Opposites"
In this English lesson, you’ll learn how to ask polite English questions in a variety of everyday situations. We’ll go over how to make requests in places like restaurants, how to politely ask for directions, and how to check if someone needs help. You’ll also learn how to ask for information in a way that sounds friendly and respectful, and how to make suggestions so that they come across as considerate.Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PIL-93qVNakhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PIL-93qVNak or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Polite Questions"
In this English lesson you'll learn words and phrases we use when talking about all the things people often describe as "cool", from sunglasses to leather jackets, motorcycles, running shoes, band t-shirts, and much more. You’ll learn not just the vocabulary, but also pronunciation and usage.In this English lesson you'll earn words and phrases like: sunglasses, shades, motorcycle, trends, in style, leather jacket, running shoes, sneakers, retro, thrifting, and more!Whether you’re trying to describe a stylish person, a trendy item, or just sound a little cooler when speaking English, this lesson will help you do just that.Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eGZeL4ZttOQ or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Cool Things"
In this English lesson you'll learn how to ask questions with embedded questions and sound more like a native speaker.The original English video lesson is right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=emD9YkDjhV8
It's the first Saturday of August and I'm back on track doing live English lessons the first Saturday of every month. It's been a while, but I'm looking forward to it!In this live English class you'll be able to ask me any questions you want about me, the English language, or even about life and I'll try my best to answer them.If you have a question or two, come to the lesson and ask! I'm always happy to help people who are learning English!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/live/97EBAhmnYcI or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Live English Lesson August 2"Preply is a great way to find an English conversation partner. Find the perfect tutor to help you make real progress on your English learning journey! Use this link: http://preply.sjv.io/RGNRbR to get 50% off your first lesson or use code BOB50 at checkout. In my experience Preply is a great way to take your English language learning to the next level!
In this English lesson I will help you will learn the difference between some more English word pairs. Do you know the difference between a pickup truck and dump truck? What is the difference between brick and siding? Have you seen tea cup lately? What are hand tools and power tools? Can you tell the difference between all of these things?In this English lesson I'll help you learn about: tea cup and coffee cup, cargo ship and cruise ship, wired and wireless, corded and cordless, hand tools and power tools, sailboat and motorboat, mountain bike and road bike, push mower and riding mower, wood fence and chain-link fence, ceiling fan and bathroom fan, and many more!I hope you're able learn some new vocabulary words that you can use in your next English conversation!Have a great day and don't forget to learn some English!Preply is a great way to find an English conversation partner. Find the perfect tutor to help you make real progress on your English learning journey! Use this link: http://preply.sjv.io/RGNRbR to get 50% off your first lesson or use code BOB50 at checkout. In my experience Preply is a great way to take your English language learning to the next level!
Are you ready to learn some English small talk? Small talk refers to short, light conversations we have with the people around us. In this English lesson, you’ll learn useful small talk phrases for both Fridays as you leave work or school and Mondays when you return.You'll learn common English questions you can use with coworkers, classmates, and even friends and family. In this lesson you'll learn:- Friday small talk phrases for leaving work or school for the weekend.- Monday questions to ask about someone's weekend.- How to sound friendly and natural in everyday English conversations.- Topics like sports, the weather, the news, and weekend plans.I hope this lesson helps you feel more confident when speaking English. I hope later this week you have a great Friday, an awesome weekend, and a wonderful Monday!Preply is a great way to find an English conversation partner. Find the perfect tutor to help you make real progress on your English learning journey! Use this link: http://preply.sjv.io/RGNRbR to get 50% off your first lesson or use code BOB50 at checkout. In my experience Preply is a great way to take your English language learning to the next level!
Preply is a great way to find an English conversation partner. Find the perfect tutor to help you make real progress on your English learning journey! Use this link: http://preply.sjv.io/RGNRbR to get 50% off your first lesson or use code BOB50 at checkout. In my experience Preply is a great way to take your English language learning to the next level!In this English pronunciation lesson I will help you learn the meaning of, and how to pronounce over 50 English words. Each pair of words will differ only slightly in pronunciation, and I'll be sure to say these words clearly as we study them together.In this English lesson we'll look at the minimal pairs: ship and sheep, can and can't, men and man, fit and feet, cop and cup, pull and pool, bed and bad, three and tree, luck and look, cheap and jeep, and many more!I hope you enjoy this English lesson about minimal pairs! Have a great day!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kc1Up_IdOkE or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Minimal Pairs"
Collocations are two words that are very often seen together. In this English lesson I'll help you learn some very common English collocations that we use when talking about towns and cities. Let's go on a tour of my town and I'll help you learn as we go from place to place!In this English lesson you'll learn words like: close-knit community, community centre, public library, residential area, commercial area, industrial area, busy street, quiet street, small town, big city, and more!I hope you enjoy this free English class about town and city collocations, and I hope you enjoy the views along the way!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KLnH1HHzaho or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Collocations"Support the show
In this English lesson I will help you learn 10 phrases that you can use to describe starting again. We all take breaks in life for one reason or another, but at some point we resume what we were doing.Maybe you took a break from studying English, or stopped playing a sport because of an injury. Maybe you took some time off work.When you return to what you were doing before, these are the common English phrases you would use.In this English lesson you'll learn the phrases: back at it, back on track, back in the swing of things, back in the groove, pick up where you left off, ease back into it, get into a rhythm, back in action, back to business, and make a comeback.Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6-0YV6i_wyw or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Starting Again"Support the show
In this English lesson you will learn the difference between some English word pairs. Do you know the difference between an apartment and a condo? What is the difference between a crocodile and an alligator? Have you seen a mouse or a rat in your apartment? Can you tell the difference between all of these things?In this English lesson I'll help you learn about: sea and ocean, frog and toad, sensitive and sensible, democracy and monarchy, to lend and to borrow, pancake and crepe, needs and wants, to lie and to lay, ice cream an gelato, jam and jelly, and many more!I hope you're able learn some new vocabulary words that you can use in your next English conversation!Have a great day and don't forget to learn some English!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZvYpIKb3Ihs or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Differences"The Silver King's WarThe Silver King's War is a series of World War II plays (The Silver King, Marauder Men,...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show
In this English lesson I will help you learn vocabulary that you can use to talk about injuries, health care, and medicine. I'm a bit of an injury expert right now as I recently hurt myself while playing baseball. In this English lesson I'll relate my story, and I'll also help you learn some English along the way.In this English lesson you'll learn words and phrases like: to hurt yourself, to injure yourself, to call an ambulance, emergency room, to diagnose, to treat, painkiller, ice pack, swelling, sling, crutches, wheelchair, x-ray, ct scan, and many more!I hope you enjoy this English class about injuries!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://youtu.be/oO4y4d-3Eus or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Injuries"Support the show
Welcome to part 3 of this English lesson about people's flaws. In this English lesson you'll learn vocabulary like: neglectfulness, envy, intolerance, cowardice, blame-shifting, overthinking, control issues, distrustfulness, and lack of empathy!I hope you enjoy this free English class about describing people's flaws. Have a great day!Support the show
Welcome to part 2 of this English lesson about people's flaws. In this English lesson you'll learn vocabulary like: insecurity, judgmental, pessimism, manipulative, perfectionism, over-sensitivity, greed, gossiping, closed-mindedness, over-dependence, passive-aggressiveness, and overconfidence!I hope you enjoy this free English class about describing people's flaws. Have a great day!Support the show
In this English lesson we'll learn about people's flaws. In a previous English class I talked about virtues. Flaws are sort of the opposite. They are the negative characteristics of people. The types of things that other people find annoying or aggravating.In this English lesson you'll learn vocabulary like: laziness, short temper, overconfidence, gossiping, perfectionism, cowardice, envy, jealousy, procrastination, neglectfulness, pessimism, greed, and many more!I hope you enjoy this free English class about describing people's flaws. Have a great day!Support the show
In this English class I will help you learn some words and phrases that were inspired by the behaviours or looks of the animals around us. Sometimes animals look or behave in a certain way, and we've decided to add words and phrases to the English language to describe people and things using animal words and phrases.In this English lesson you'll learn words and phrases like: catwalk, drowned rat, to squirrel away, dog days, underdog, to pig out, to hog something, goose-neck, to hold your horses, to have ants in your pants, pecking order, bull market, bear market, and many more!I hope you enjoy this English lesson about animal inspired words and phrases. Have a great day!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f5tssFNkxsg or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Animals"The Silver King's WarThe Silver King's War is a series of World War II plays (The Silver King, Marauder Men,...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show
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Hi Bob! It looks strange but from 551 episodes it doesn’t play. I mean I can’t listen to the audio here in podcasts :( Can you check? May be there is an issue with audio format or codecs? Thanks a lot.
Hi, I really enjoy your podcast. If you write down the terms, we can learn more.
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Thank you Bob, this lesson covers huge hole in my English
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thanks, Bob. so useful. How can I have your title we you talk to? I want to see your speak
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perfect, i really enjoyed learning these words.
Thank you, Bob! It’s cool that you run podcasts.
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you are one of the best 💓