Learn American Slang: How to Use ‘Dude’ Like a Native Speaker

💬In this episode of the Learn English Podcast, we talk all about the word “dude.” Americans use a lot of informal language with each other—it’s part of the culture. One of the most common slang words in the U.S. is “dude,” because it’s so flexible. From disbelief and surprise to amusement or frustration, “dude” can express almost any emotion.

So how can you use it naturally and sound more like a native speaker? When should you use it—and when shouldn’t you? When someone calls you “dude,” is that a good thing or not? And how did Americans start using this word in the first place?

In this episode, you’ll learn the history of the word “dude,” when and how to use it, and what it means in different situations. We’ll also explore the phrase “Dude, seriously?!” and show you how pronunciation and intonatio ...