The Can Learn English Podcast

In this episode, I chat with British English Teacher Halima from Blackboard English. We compare Canadian and British Vocabulary. This episode is a lot of fun! Check out Teacher Halima at blackboardenglish.com To become a member of The Can Learn English Academy go to canlearnenglishacademy.com

In this episode, you'll learn the expression "Hit below the belt". In the fun Canadian fact section we talk about 5 fashion trends that were born in Canada. Can you think of any? Hint: they are winter related! Get the transcript and bonus material by becoming a member of The Can Learn English Academy. Go to canlearnenglish.com to learn how to join.

This is a special Halloween episode! You'll learn the expressions Once In A Blue Moon, since this Halloween there will be a blue moon. Also, listen to a spooky lower intermediate spooky story called The Girl With the Green Ribbon. Get the transcript for the podcast by becoming a member of the Can Learn English Academy. go to canlearnenglish.com/enroll to join.   Podcast edited by: vertigempodcasts@gmail.com

In this episode, you'll learn 5 Space expressions! out of this world down to earth space cadet to space out over the moon In the Canadian fact listening section, learn about UFO sightings in Canada and a cool glow-in-the-dark Canadian coin. Get the transcript for this episode and all episodes by becoming a member of The Can Learn English Academy - www.canlearnenglish.com/enroll Podcast edited by: vertigempodcasts@gmail.com

It's a new season! In this episode, you're going to learn 6 fall-related expressions. The apple doesn't fall far from the tree Drive someone nuts Turn over a new leaf Save for a rainy day Get wind of something Neck of the woods   Become a member now: https://www.canlearnenglish.com/enroll/ Podcast edited by: vertigempodcasts@gmail.com

In this 5 Minute English Lesson, you're going to learn space-related vocabulary. I recently watched the Netflix show called Away, which is about 5 astronauts who embark on a mission to Mars. This made me think about Canada's contribution to space exploration and there's a lot to talk about! If you'd like to get the transcripts for this lesson so you can understand 100% of what you hear then you can become a Can Learn English Academy Member at canlearnenglish.com/enroll Other member benefits: weekly group discussion classes on Zoom easy to follow courses and classes private WhatsApp group for members Join us at: www.canlearnenglish.com/enroll Podcast edited by: vertigempodcasts@gmail.com

In this episode, I’m joined by Anne to teach you 5 must-know English expressions. What the heck - expressing surprise, frustration, or dismay. What the heck, my phone isn't working!" At the end of the day - when everything is taken into consideration "At the end of the day, you're in charge of the team." Don't get me wrong - to make sure that someone does not get an incorrect idea about what you are doing or saying, or about why you are doing or saying it "Don't get me wrong, we'd love to offer you the position but it's not full time." To gear up for something - prepare yourself or something for something "He's busy gearing up to run his first marathon." Get bogged down -to be/become so involved in something difficult or complicated that you cannot do anything else "I've been so bogged down at work with this new database project." You can follow Anne on Instagram for daily English tips. Become a member now: https://www.canlearnenglish.com/enroll/ Podcast edited by: vertigempodcasts@gmail.com

In this episode, you're going to learn the expression "to steal someone's thunder". In the listening portion of the episode, you'll learn about the stormiest cities in Canada. If you'd like to get the transcripts for this lesson so you can understand 100% of what you hear then you can become a Can Learn English Academy Member at canlearnenglish.com/enroll Other member benefits: weekly group discussion classes on Zoom easy to follow courses and classes private WhatsApp group for members Join us at: www.canlearnenglish.com/enroll

Learn how to take your English to the next level with DICTATION! This is one of my all-time favourite study techniques. I always use dictation exercises with my students and you should start using it too. Learn the technique and then practice it with a sample dialogue. You can find the transcript for this dialogue in day 3 of my free English course. Go to https://www.canlearnenglish.com/free-course to enrol. Become a member of the Can Learn English Academy for the transcript and bonus material. https://www.canlearnenglish.com/enroll/ Podcast edited by: vertigempodcasts@gmail.com

In this episode, I’m joined by Alex to teach you some expressions that use the word "ice". Icebreaker - an activity or game that's designed to help people get to know each other in a fun and relaxed way. "We're going to start off the meeting with an icebreaker so everyone can get to know each other." Break the ice - to say something to relieve the tension that strangers feel when they first meet. "It was a bit awkward until I broke the ice with a funny joke." Tip of the iceberg - used to describe a problem where only some of the information is known and there is more to be discovered. "The problems uncovered in the audit are only the tip of the iceberg." Walking on thin ice - to participate in an activity that will have a negative outcome. "You're walking on thin ice by not telling the truth." Put it on ice - to delay something for an undetermined amount of time. "We lost our funding so we'll have to put our plans for expansion on ice." Ice queen - a person who is cold, unfriendly or lacks emotions. "I heard my new boss can be an Ice Queen!" You can follow Alex on Instagram for daily English tips. Become a member now: https://www.canlearnenglish.com/enroll/ Podcast edited by: vertigempodcasts@gmail.com

Learn English in context with this fun 5 minute English lesson! This topic of today's episode is as much of a symbol of Canada as hockey or Tim Hortons. It's a favourite summertime activity for many Canadians. The topic is the CANOE. This lesson will teach you the vocabulary, expressions and collocations you need to speak about the topic at depth. To get the transcript, vocabulary list and the premium content for this episode join The Can Learn English Academy. Become a member now: https://www.canlearnenglish.com/enroll/ Podcast edited by: vertigempodcasts@gmail.com

In this expression episode, you'll learn the English expression "on the ball". You'll also practice your listening and learn new vocabulary with the Canadian fact which is about Canada's national sport that is played with a ball (Do you know it? It's not hockey!). This episode is brought to you by The Can Learn English Academy. Join the best place to learn English for Canada with new lessons every week, live speaking classes and more, go to www.canelarnenglish.com/enroll to join now. Get your free ebook and learn 200+ Real Canadian Phrases + Slang www.canelarnenglish.com/free-ebook Podcast edited by: vertigempodcasts@gmail.com

In the episode, I'm joined my Douglas Oliveria to teach you some memory expressions. 00:52 - Natural dialogue with Douglas about Living in Canada and São Paulo Brazil 07:45 - Learn the expression "To Ring a Bell" 15:08 - Learn the expression "Refresh My Memory" 18:31 - Dana and Douglas' favourite memory techniques If you'd like to get the transcripts for this lesson so you can understand 100% of our conversation then become a Can Learn English Academy Member at canlearnenglish.com/enroll Other member benefits: weekly group discussion classes on Zoom easy to follow courses and classes private WhatsApp group for members Join us at: www.canlearnenglish.com/enroll Follow Douglas on Instagram for more great English tips: @teacherdouglascan

Learn English in context with this fun 5 minute English lesson! Today's topic is centre stage as Canada tackles the COVID crisis. Many people know Canada for its universal healthcare system so let's talk about it! This lesson will teach you the vocabulary you need to speak about the topic. To get the transcript, vocabulary list and the premium content for this episode join The Can Learn English Academy. Become a member now: https://www.canlearnenglish.com/enroll/

In this expression episode, you'll learn the English expression "to nickel and dime". You'll also practice your listening and learn new vocabulary with the Canadian fact which is about the Canadian economy. This episode is brought to you by our new course "English Pronunciation for Canada". Learn the sounds of North American English with tons of Canadian examples. Go to canelarnenglish.com/pronunciation-course to join now.

ED endings in English! Do they make you annoyed? Frustrated? Confused? Irritated? Pronunciation is English is tough (case in point). Students of all English levels struggle with English pronunciation. Do you ever worry about your pronunciation? Do you avoid using certain words in English because you don't know how to pronounce them? If your answer was yes then you could benefit from working on your pronunciation. Having better pronunciation will help you to feel more confident when speaking in English. In this lesson, I'm going to go over how to pronounce ED endings in English. If you want to get more pronunciation help then you can join my new English Pronunciation for Canada course. For more info go to https://www.canlearnenglish.com/pronunciation-course/

Maria from English for Canada is back for another episode! In today's episode, you're going to learn 4 fun natural English expressions. Get the transcripts for this lesson by becoming a Podcast Student. Test your English for FREE at canlearnenglish.com/registration

This episode is part of a new series called 5 Minute English. The goal of this series is to help you become fluent one topic at a time. Today's topic is MULTICULTURALISM. The aim of this lesson is to help you become comfortable with all the language and phrases you need to speak with confidence about this topic. Get the premium content for the episode by becoming a Pro Student member transcript vocabulary list with definitions vocabulary quizzes listening quiz Learn more about the Pro Student Membership: https://www.canlearnenglish.com/pro-student-plan/

In this episode, you get to meet a student from The Can Learn English Academy. Daniel shares his experience as a student in The Can Learn English Academy. Learn how to become a member by going to https://www.canlearnlearnenglish.com/pro-student

In this episode, I chat with Bruno, who is an English teacher from Brazil. In this episode, Bruno and I chat about how you can learn English without going abroad to an English speaking country. You can follow Bruno on Instagram for more English tips: https://www.instagram.com/teacher.bruno.gon Get the premium content for the podcast episodes by becoming a Pro Student member transcript vocabulary list with definitions vocabulary quizzes listening quiz Learn more about the Pro Student Membership: https://www.canlearnenglish.com/pro-student-plan/