All Ears English Podcast AEE 1528: These Future Phrases Are A Taste Of Things To Come
Feb 24, 2021
Explore how to express future plans more naturally with idiomatic phrases instead of formal structures. Discover personal anecdotes about nostalgic school days and exciting upcoming adventures, including a business web class. Hear a chilling recount of a past skiing accident that had lasting effects, emphasizing safety. The conversation highlights the importance of authentic expressions in building connections and enhancing conversational skills, particularly for non-native speakers.
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Sounding Native
- Avoid overusing "will" and "going to" when discussing the future.
- Instead, use native phrases for more natural English.
Near Future Plans
- Use "in the near future" for plans a few weeks or months away.
- This phrase suits situations where the exact timing is uncertain.
Foreshadowing Phrases
- Use "a sign of things to come" to foreshadow negative future events.
- "A taste of things to come" can be used for either positive or negative.