What is asylum?
Have you ever looked for a safe place to stay? If so, that means you were seeking asylum. Asylum is a place of refuge or safety. A safe haven. It is often found in churches. In the video below I discuss one of the United State’s policies on asylum for those seeking safety. Was that [...]
Watch & Learn →What does articulate mean?
The verb articulate means to distinctly pronounce your words and speak clearly. It is important to articulate your english so people understand what you are staying. Practicing tongue twisters or reading out loud will help you with pronunciation and articulation. Was that video helpful? If so (or if not), leave a comment below with questions, [...]
Watch & Learn →What does bizarre mean?
What does bizarre mean? Bizarre is another way of saying strange, weird, unusual, out of the ordinary, and odd. Watch the video below as I describe the word bizarre and give an example of its meaning. Can you think of somthing else that’s bizarre? What about seeing a pig in a hula skirt? Or a [...]
Watch & Learn →What is an arch?
What is an arch? An arch is a shape or structure that has straight edges and a curved top. Many buildings and bridges have arches in their architecture. I’m standing underneath one in the video below! Some famous arches are the golden arches of McDonalds. Where else do you typically see arches? Was that video [...]
Watch & Learn →What is an armadillo?
What is an armadillo? Watch and learn with Andrea Giordano from ESL Basics. Armadillos are one of the only mammals that have a protective shell like armor! Their name in spanish means “little armored one” - that’s why they are called ARMAdillo. Have you ever seen an armadillo in real life? They are pretty funny [...]
Watch & Learn →What does the idiom “fair and square” mean?
What does the idiom “fair and square” mean? Idioms are words or phrases that have a figurative meaning instead of a literal meaning. These can be difficult to learn, but by watching the video with Andrea below, you can get a better grasp on the definition and how to use the idiom “fair and square”. [...]
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