Everyday Grammar - VOA Learning English Grammar and Talking about Hot Weather - June 03, 2024
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Jun 3, 2024 Discover vivid expressions and phrasal verbs that capture the sensation of hot weather. Learn how to talk about rising temperatures while enjoying a pop culture reference from 1979. Engage with creative collocations and metaphors that bring heat to life, and share your own regional terms for dealing with the heat. This lively discussion celebrates the universal experience of sweltering days through expressive language.
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Using Phrasal Verbs
- Use phrasal verbs like "run for shade" to discuss hot weather.
- "Run for" means to work towards a goal, like running for office or shade.
Phrasal Verbs with 'Up'
- "Heat up" is another useful phrasal verb indicating a temperature increase.
- Phrasal verbs with "up" often signify an increase in something.
Collocations for Hot Weather
- Use collocations like "sweltering heat" or "sweltering summer" to describe hot weather.
- Collocations are word combinations frequently used together.