All Ears English Podcast AEE Episode 6: Four English Vocab Words to Discuss College in the US
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Nov 17, 2013 Discover four essential vocabulary words for discussing college in the U.S. The hosts tackle the rising costs of education and share personal anecdotes about financial challenges. They delve into the idea of evaluating the worth of educational investments. Listeners will learn valuable terms like 'prohibitive' and 'advantageous' to enhance their conversations. The discussion also touches on the connection between hard work and academic success, highlighting the importance of nuanced language in navigating college-related topics.
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Vocabulary for Connection
- Use these four vocabulary words to discuss college costs with native speakers.
- This promotes connection, not just perfection, in English conversations.
Prohibitive Costs
- The word "prohibitive" describes something too expensive to purchase.
- U.S. education costs are becoming prohibitive, potentially unaffordable in the future.
Is It Worth It?
- "Worth it" means the reward justifies the cost.
- Consider if the high cost of on-campus living with potentially subpar food is "worth it."