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The word “popular,” in this podcast, means very well liked by many people: “Which smart phone is the most popular, and why?” Or, “Who is the most popular girl in school?” The word “popular” can also refer to something many people do: “The government changed its policy according to the popular opinion of voters.” The word “popular” also refers to things that are related to ordinary people: “Popular literature tends to be considered less sophisticated than the classics.” Or, “The English Café episodes can give you insight into American popular culture.” Finally, the phrase “popular belief” refers to something that many people believe: “According to popular belief, eating carrots can improve your eyesight.” Sometimes this is shortened to “pop”: “This radio station specializes in pop music.” to kick off In this podcast, the phrase “to kick off” means to start something, especially with a lot of enthusiasm: “Let’s kick off summer vacation by taking a trip to the beach!” The phrase “to kick (someone) off (something)” means to take someone off a team or out of a group: “The cyclist was kicked off the team for using steroids and other drugs.” The phrase “to kick up (one’s) heels” means to have a great time and enjoy oneself: “After a long week at work, Wendy was ready to kick up her heels and have fun with her friends.” Finally, the phrase “to kick the bucket” is used in humorous ways to mean to die: “What do you want to do in life before you kick the bucket?” 3 these materials on another website or distributing them in any way is prohibited. English as a Second Language Podcast www.eslpod.com ESL Podcast 717 – Starting a New School Year
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اپیزود مرتبط با این کلمه: «Starting a New School Year». دو دقیقه اول را همینجا گوش کن و متن همگام را دنبال کن. برای ادامه کامل، از دکمه پایین استفاده کن.
Welcome to English as a Second Language Podcast number 717: Starting a New School Year.
This is English as a Second Language Podcast episode 717. I’m your host, Dr. Jeff McQuillan, coming to you from the Center for Educational Development in beautiful Los Angeles, California.
Our website is eslpod.com. Go there to download a Learning Guide for this episode and for all of our current episodes that will help you improve your English faster than ever.
This episode is a dialogue between a mother and her son, Paul. They’re talking about things that a young student would need when they begin their school year. Let’s get started.
Mom: It’s your first day at a new school. I’m worried about you.
Paul: Mom, I’ll be fine.
Mom: Do you have all of your books and supplies in your backpack? Oh and I’ve packed you a lunch already.
Paul: You didn’t have to do that, Mom. I was going to buy lunch at school.
Mom: Now you won’t have to. I hope you make some new friends. It’s no fun being a loner. It’s not that you have
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