AEE 752: Is All Ears English Edgy? Listen Today and You Be the Judge

AEE 752: Is All Ears English Edgy? Listen Today and You Be the Judge

Click here to subscribe to transcripts and save 50% Would you say you are an "edgy" person? What does "edge" mean? How can the term be used in different contexts in English? Today we will answers these questions and we'll start with a question from a listener: Hi Lindsay and Michelle,First of all, thank you for your hard working that you offer to help people with their English. I really appreciate your hard work. Today I have a question on how to use the word 'edge'? I hear Native say it all the time in their daily conversations and each time I hear it means differently. Do you think its meaning change depending on the situation? Or it just has one meaning? Could you please provide examples on how to use? Thanks again for your awesome job!!Sincerely,Lydia S. Make sure you understand every word you hear on All Ears English. Bring your English to the advanced level with new vocabulary and natural expressions. Get the transcripts from today’s episode. Learn to speak naturally with the American accent. Click here to subscribe and save 50% There are many ways to use the word "edge." Great question. There are so many idioms so today we are going to focus on just a few. Idioms with "edge": Edge: “the line where an object or area begins or ends “- merriam webster For example: “Be careful, your coffee is on the edge of the table. I don’t want it to fall off!” To have an edge over someone: to have some advantage over another person L: Do you think I’ll get the job?M: You’re the most qualified! You should!L: Yeah, but I think my competition has an edge over me because her dad works for the company.Edgy: This can be used to describe someone who is a little bit different You might also say: “Rough around the edges” M: That guy was a little too edgy for me. I like someone who is a little more clean cut.L: I know he’s a little bit rough around the edges, but his heart is in the right place.To be on edge: to be nervous M: Can I ask you a question? L: Umm...yeah ummm M: Woah, why are you so on edge? L: Sorry, I have a deadline tomorrow so I’m kind of freaking out! What ties these uses of "edge" together? They are all about being a little bit different whether it's physically or personality wise. What do you think?? Takeaway for today: Listen to native speakers. How do they use this? What questions do you have from today? Let us know in the comments below. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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AEE Episode 24: Study Languages Smarter and Faster with a Quick Tip from All Ears English

AEE Episode 24: Study Languages Smarter and Faster with a Quick Tip from All Ears English

Today you’ll learn how to study languages smarter and faster. You’ll also find out how to use your own native language to help you learn English! Try a language exchange! A language exchange works like this: find someone in your local city who speaks your... Read More The post AEE Episode 24: Study Languages Smarter and Faster with a Quick Tip from All Ears English appeared first on All Ears English Podcast | Real English Vocabulary | Conversation | American Culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

11 Dec 201311min

AEE Episode 23: What “Ivy League University” in America Really Means

AEE Episode 23: What “Ivy League University” in America Really Means

Today you will find out what “Ivy League” actually means in the world of colleges and universities in the United States. In yesterday’s episode, we talked about how to get accepted at a university in the US. Here are some phrases that you can learn... Read More The post AEE Episode 23: What “Ivy League University” in America Really Means appeared first on All Ears English Podcast | Real English Vocabulary | Conversation | American Culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

10 Dec 201319min

AEE Episode 22: Get Accepted at a University in the United States- 3 Tips

AEE Episode 22: Get Accepted at a University in the United States- 3 Tips

Taking the IELTS Exam? Get our FREE IELTS VIDEO TRAINING NOW Today you will find out 10 things that you MUST know to get accepted at a university in the United States! Check out today’s episode! What are the tips? Clean up your social media accounts: 30% of American admissions counselors check applicants out online. It... Read More The post AEE Episode 22: Get Accepted at a University in the United States- 3 Tips appeared first on All Ears English Podcast | Real English Vocabulary | Conversation | American Culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

9 Dec 201311min

AEE Episode 21: How to Stop Worrying About Making English Mistakes

AEE Episode 21: How to Stop Worrying About Making English Mistakes

Learn how to stop worrying about making English mistakes! Today is a Deep Thoughts Thursday! Today we have a great quote for you that we hope will help you get inspired with your English! Today’s quote: “You’ve gotta dance like there’s nobody watching, love like... Read More The post AEE Episode 21: How to Stop Worrying About Making English Mistakes appeared first on All Ears English Podcast | Real English Vocabulary | Conversation | American Culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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AEE Episode 20: How to Practice Your English on the Telephone for Free

AEE Episode 20: How to Practice Your English on the Telephone for Free

Are you looking for a new way to practice your English for free? In today’s episode, Gabby will give us an interesting tip about how you can do this on the telephone! Welcome to a Wisdom Wednesday!  Read More The post AEE Episode 20: How to Practice Your English on the Telephone for Free appeared first on All Ears English Podcast | Real English Vocabulary | Conversation | American Culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

4 Dec 20139min

AEE Episode 19: How to Learn and Use American English Slang

AEE Episode 19: How to Learn and Use American English Slang

Do you want to know how to learn and use American English slang terms? Find out about one website where you can look them up in today’s episode! Learn how to use these terms in today’s podcast! Get around (by car), (by bike), (on the... Read More The post AEE Episode 19: How to Learn and Use American English Slang appeared first on All Ears English Podcast | Real English Vocabulary | Conversation | American Culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3 Dec 201310min

AEE Episode 18: Why Americans Are Selling Cars and Buying Bikes to Save Money

AEE Episode 18: Why Americans Are Selling Cars and Buying Bikes to Save Money

Transportation is changing in urban centers in the United States! Many Americans are selling cars and buying bikes to save money. Why is this happening? In this episode you will learn about an alternative to hailing a cab in Boston and New York. How is... Read More The post AEE Episode 18: Why Americans Are Selling Cars and Buying Bikes to Save Money appeared first on All Ears English Podcast | Real English Vocabulary | Conversation | American Culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2 Dec 201311min

AEE Episode 17: Bonus- How to Shop American Style on Black Friday

AEE Episode 17: Bonus- How to Shop American Style on Black Friday

Learn how to shop American style and get a bargain on Black Friday in the United States! Today is a special bonus episode! Are you wondering what Black Friday is and what Americans do on Black Friday? Black Friday is the official start of the... Read More The post AEE Episode 17: Bonus- How to Shop American Style on Black Friday appeared first on All Ears English Podcast | Real English Vocabulary | Conversation | American Culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

29 Nov 20139min

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