if the PHRASE fits

if the PHRASE fits

por Brian Foden

Aprendizaje de idiomas Historia

Sometimes You Gotta Be Rude

It's not nice to be rude, of course, but sometimes people push you too far. Find out the origins of these rude, but not profane, expressions: Get off my back; Put a sock in it, and Get lost! Any suggestions or comments? Please email me at ifthephrasefits@gmail.com

The Interesting Chinese Origins of English Phrases

Happy Lunar New Year! In this episode, I look at the origins of Long time no see, No can do, and Gung-ho. You'll never look at those expressions the same way again after this episode! Any suggestions or comments, please contact me at ifthephrasefits@gmail.com

Business Idioms about Working Hard

In this episode, I look at the meanings and origins of 3 phrases: Burn the midnight oil, Burn the candle at both ends, No pain, no gain.

Twisting the Truth: Phrases about Lying & Cheating

Take a walk on the dark side of the English language by looking at the origins of expressions about lying and cheating: Rip off (also Rip-off); Pull a fast one, and Take (something) with a grain of salt.

G'day, Mate: The Meanings and Origins of 3 Expressions Common in Australia

This time, travel Down Under (at least virtually) to look at 3 Aussie phrases: Mickey Mouse; No Worries, and Hit the Frog and Toad. Complete with some bad Australian accents on my part.

British Idioms: Expressions about Differences & their Origins

Time for something different. British expressions as interpreted by a Canadian. What could go wrong? Find out as I tackle the meanings and origins of 3 interesting and fun Briticisms: Chalk and cheese; Swings & roundabouts, and As broad as it is long.

Sticking Your Neck Out and Other Expressions about Taking Risks

Have fun learning about the interesting origins of the following phrases about risk-taking: Stick Your Neck Out; Throw Caution to the Wind, and Calculated Risk. No danger involved while listening to this podcast (watch out for cars, though)!

Right Up Your Alley: Idioms about Likes and Dislikes

Find out why we say the following expressions: (Not) my cup of tea; Right up your alley; Take a shine to.

A New Year's Toast to You

Happy New Year! Discover why we Make a Toast, Ring in the New Year, and Turn over a New Leaf (hint: it's not about trees).

Merry Christmas & other Seasonal Expressions

Ho, ho, ho! Wishing you a Merry Xmas. Hopefully, this Christmas-themed podcast will help you get even more into the spirit of the season. In this show: White Christmas; 'Tis the season; Merry Christmas.

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