DiscoverAccent Training PodcastLearn the idioms "Finna," "Down To," & "Brass Tacks" for Clearer English | #272
Learn the idioms "Finna," "Down To," & "Brass Tacks" for Clearer English  |  #272

Learn the idioms "Finna," "Down To," & "Brass Tacks" for Clearer English | #272

Update: 2025-06-05
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Are you ready to get down to business with your English accent? In this episode of The Accent Training Podcast, Pat breaks down three common, yet often confusing, American English idioms: "finna," "down to," and "down to brass tacks."

Ever wondered what "finna" really means and when it's appropriate to use? Pat will clarify this popular informal contraction and help you sound more natural in everyday conversations. Next, we'll explore the versatile phrase "down to," from expressing willingness to emphasizing the final stage of a process.
Finally, Pat will get down to brass tacks and explain the true meaning and origin of this classic idiom, helping you understand and use it confidently in professional and casual settings.

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Learn the idioms "Finna," "Down To," & "Brass Tacks" for Clearer English  |  #272

Learn the idioms "Finna," "Down To," & "Brass Tacks" for Clearer English | #272

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