

Speak English with Tiffani Podcast
Teacher Tiffani
Welcome to the Speak English with Tiffani podcast. A podcast especially created for Intermediate and Advanced English learners. In this podcast, you will learn the specific English tips and tricks that will make you a better English speaker! This podcast will take your English ability to the next level and help you to be more confident and more fluent when you Speak English. Are you ready? Well then, let’s jump right in!
Episodes
Mentioned books

Jul 14, 2021 • 28min
158 : English Vocabulary and Expressions - Endow, Beneficence, A do-gooder, and A world of good
Visit SpeakEnglishWithTiffani.com/Episode158 for show notes for this podcast episode.In today’s episode, you will learn new English vocabulary words and expressions related to the topic of charity. You will also hear tons of real-life stories that will help you understand the words and expressions more. This episode will give you the vocabulary and expressions you need to speak fluently in English about this topic.TODAY'S ENGLISH RESOURCEMembership | Weekly English WordsTODAY'S ENGLISH VOCABULARY WORDS======================================Endow Meaning: Provide with a quality, ability, or asset.Sentence 1: Samson, a biblical character, was endowed with physical strength.Sentence 2: He begged God to endow him with riches and wealth to impress his neighbors.Sentence 3: Julian was endowed with a great sense of humor.Beneficence Meaning: The quality or state of doing or producing goodSentence 1:They thanked God for His beneficence.Sentence 2: Dr. Peter is a religious leader whose beneficence is felt by all who meet him.Sentence 3: My mother was admired for her beneficence.TODAY'S ENGLISH EXPRESSIONS======================================A do-gooder Meaning: A well-meaning but unrealistic or interfering philanthropist or reformer.Sentence 1: At best they were seen as well-meaning do-gooders and at worst inept meddlers.Sentence 2: The do-gooders continued to protest despite reports of flooding in that the case was solved.Sentence 3: Anna was a do-gooder and traveled the world to help poor children, but she knew very little about their needs.A world of good Meaning: Something that makes you feel very happy or healthySentence 1: After not getting much rest, a good night's sleep would do me a world of good.Sentence 2: Providing access to running water could do the village a world of good.Sentence 3: The family knew that a vacation would do them a world of good.GET YOUR Resource | Membership | Weekly English Words

Jul 12, 2021 • 28min
157 : English Vocabulary and Expressions - Mission, Philanthropy, Kill with kindness, and Random acts of kindness
Visit SpeakEnglishWithTiffani.com/Episode157 for show notes for this podcast episode.In today’s episode, you will learn new English vocabulary words and expressions related to the topic of charity. You will also hear tons of real-life stories that will help you understand the words and expressions more. This episode will give you the vocabulary and expressions you need to speak fluently in English about this topic.TODAY'S ENGLISH RESOURCEMembership | Weekly English WordsTODAY'S ENGLISH VOCABULARY WORDS======================================Mission Meaning: The vocation or calling of a religious organization, especially a Christian one, to go out into the world and spread its faith.Sentence 1: I served on a mission to improve water supply to small towns in America.Sentence 2: Greenleaf is a wonderful mission organization that helps young women become more financially secure.Sentence 3: Although charitable giving is important, working as a missionary on the mission field is also important.Philanthropy Meaning: The desire to promote the welfare of others, expressed especially by the generous donation of money to good causes.Sentence 1: Many colleges receive donations from philanthropic institutions.Sentence 2: Lily had philanthropic interests and enjoyed donating to unknown artists.Sentence 3: The list of his honors and achievements was exceeded only by his philanthropic connections and contributions.TODAY'S ENGLISH EXPRESSIONS======================================Kill with kindness Meaning: To cause discomfort to someone by treating him or her in a way that is extremely kind or helpfulSentence 1: If someone is rude to you, don't be rude back. Kill them with kindness.Sentence 2: Instead of returning the insult, you might try killing her with kindness.Sentence 3: Take the high road, kill them with kindness.Random acts of kindness Meaning: Giving gifts to strangers or friends unexpectedlySentence 1: Sharon was having a bad day so she decided to perform a random act of kindness by paying for a person's groceries.Sentence 2: When on the highway, I like to do random acts of kindness and pay the toll for the person behind me.Sentence 3: The city council deemed June 29th as a day for random acts of kindness.GET YOUR Resource | Membership | Weekly English Words

Jul 7, 2021 • 28min
156 : English Vocabulary and Expressions - Dissent, Remonstrate, Last resort, and Back against the wall
Visit SpeakEnglishWithTiffani.com/Episode156 for show notes for this podcast episode.In today’s episode, you will learn new English vocabulary words and expressions related to the topic of challenges. You will also hear tons of real-life stories that will help you understand the words and expressions more. This episode will give you the vocabulary and expressions you need to speak fluently in English about this topic.TODAY'S ENGLISH RESOURCEMembership | Weekly English WordsTODAY'S ENGLISH VOCABULARY WORDS======================================Dissent Meaning: A strong difference of opinion on a particular subject, especially about an official suggestion or plan or a popular belief.Sentence 1: Almost all of the judges agreed, however, one conservative dissented.Sentence 2: When the time came to approve the proposal, there were one or two voices of dissent.Sentence 3: There was very little room for dissent or different points of view.Remonstrate Meaning: to complain to someone or about somethingSentence 1: If he attempted to remonstrate with Sheila he probably received a rude or angry reply!Sentence 2: I went to the boss to remonstrate against the new rules.Sentence 3: The editor remonstrated with Kevin about the inaccuracies in the story.TODAY'S ENGLISH EXPRESSIONS======================================Last resort Meaning: the only option leftSentence 1: I really wanted to attend the conference but ended up missing my flight which was my last resort.Sentence 2: Experts say warning labels are the last resort when a hazard can't be designed out of a product.Sentence 3: As a last resort, teachers could always open an online classroom with their internet provider or school.Back against the wall Meaning: To have very serious problems that limit the ways in which you can act.Sentence 1: He owes money to everyone - he really has his back against the wall now.Sentence 2: We knew that with so little time and money left to finish the project we had our backs against the wall.Sentence 3: With her back against the wall, Sharon quickly answered the frantic phone call.GET YOUR Resource | Membership | Weekly English Words

Jul 5, 2021 • 32min
155 : English Vocabulary and Expressions - Obstacle, Mindset, Call into question, and Catch 22
Visit SpeakEnglishWithTiffani.com/Episode155 for show notes for this podcast episode.In today’s episode, you will learn new English vocabulary words and expressions related to the topic of challenges. You will also hear tons of real-life stories that will help you understand the words and expressions more. This episode will give you the vocabulary and expressions you need to speak fluently in English about this topic.TODAY'S ENGLISH RESOURCEMembership | Weekly English WordsTODAY'S ENGLISH VOCABULARY WORDS======================================Obstacle Meaning: Something that blocks you so that movement, going forward, or action is prevented or made more difficult.Sentence 1: Money seems to be an obstacle for many people.Sentence 2: When you encounter an obstacle, meditate and ask a more mature person for guidance.Sentence 3: Two large obstacles when beginning your own business are time and money.Mindset Meaning: A person's way of thinking and their opinions.Sentence 1: Having a fixed mindset and being inflexible is detrimental to one's personal growth.Sentence 2: Yuri changed her mindset after years of being close-minded.Sentence 3: It's extraordinary how hard it is to change the mindset of the public and the press.TODAY'S ENGLISH EXPRESSIONS======================================Call into question Meaning: To cause doubt about somethingSentence 1: His integrity was called into question when the purse went missing.Sentence 2: My integrity has been called into question by people who have never spoken to me.Sentence 3: New evidence has called into question the testimony of this witness.Catch 22 Meaning: a dilemma or difficult circumstance from which there is no escape because of mutually conflicting or dependent conditions.Sentence 1: He could not decide between either choice because it was a catch 22.Sentence 2: To get a job you need experience but you cannot get experience without getting a job. It's a catch 22.Sentence 3: Jamie felt like she was in a catch 22. If she went to work, she would need to pay for childcare. But if she didn't go back to work, she would have childcare but no money.GET YOUR Resource | Membership | Weekly English Words

Jun 30, 2021 • 27min
154 : English Vocabulary and Expressions - Hybrid, Electric car, A lemon, and Crash and burn
Visit SpeakEnglishWithTiffani.com/Episode154 for show notes for this podcast episode.In today’s episode, you will learn new English vocabulary words and expressions related to the topic of cars. You will also hear tons of real-life stories that will help you understand the words and expressions more. This episode will give you the vocabulary and expressions you need to speak fluently in English about this topic.TODAY'S ENGLISH RESOURCEEbook | How To Make Long Sentences In EnglishTODAY'S ENGLISH VOCABULARY WORDS======================================Hybrid Meaning: a thing made by combining two different elements; a mixture.Sentence 1: Hybrids have their advantages and save users money on gasoline purchases.Sentence 2: The Toyota hybrid car, Prius, is my favorite fuel-efficient car.Sentence 3: If you do your homework, I'm sure you will find a hybrid that will fit your needs.Electric car Meaning: A car which is propelled by one or more electric motors, using energy stored in rechargeable batteries.Sentence 1: Electric cars are the cars of the future.Sentence 2: Paul enjoyed the financial benefits of having an electric car.Sentence 3: Sally's electric car provided safe transportation while reducing the environmental impact.TODAY'S ENGLISH EXPRESSIONS======================================A lemon Meaning: a person or thing that proves to be defective, imperfect, or unsatisfactory.Sentence 1: He purchased a used car, but it turned out to be a lemon.Sentence 2: John really enjoyed driving his lemon, even though it broke down every other day.Sentence 3: When her car worked, it was fun to let the convertible top down. Otherwise, it was a lemon.Crash and burn Meaning: to fail spectacularlySentence 1: I studied for hours but ended up crashing and burning.Sentence 2: In the restaurant business, new restaurants often crash and burn.Sentence 3: Although she was favored to win the downhill race, she crashed and burned on her first run.GET YOUR Resource | Ebook | How To Make Long Sentences In English

Jun 28, 2021 • 31min
153 : English Vocabulary and Expressions - Automotive, Self-driving, Put the brakes on, and Put the pedal to the metal
Visit SpeakEnglishWithTiffani.com/Episode153 for show notes for this podcast episode.In today’s episode, you will learn new English vocabulary words and expressions related to the topic of cars. You will also hear tons of real-life stories that will help you understand the words and expressions more. This episode will give you the vocabulary and expressions you need to speak fluently in English about this topic.TODAY'S ENGLISH RESOURCEEbook | How To Make Long Sentences In EnglishTODAY'S ENGLISH VOCABULARY WORDS======================================Automotive Meaning: relating to or concerned with motor vehicles.Sentence 1: The automotive industry struggled during the recession.Sentence 2: A mechanic works with automotive parts.Sentence 3: I am interested in automotive repair but I am not good with my hands.Self-driving Meaning: operating without the guidance of a human.Sentence 1: Google has a new self-driving car.Sentence 2: The news anchor announced a major accident on the highway because of a self-driving vehicle.Sentence 3: I would love to own a self-driving car because I could take naps when driving on long trips.TODAY'S ENGLISH EXPRESSIONS======================================Put the brakes on Meaning: To stop or slow down the progress of somethingSentence 1: Upon failing the semester, Hanz decided to put the brakes on his medical school application.Sentence 2: Alex had to put the brakes on making dinner when the phone call came.Sentence 3: The family had to put the brakes on further spending because their father lost his job.Put the pedal to the metal Meaning: Floor it; to accelerate to top speed.Sentence 1: We are running late already so put the pedal to the metal.Sentence 2: James was going to have to put the pedal to the metal if he wanted to finish dinner on time for his wife's arrival.Sentence 3: Don't put the pedal to the metal. Take your time and allow the process to take its course.GET YOUR Resource | Ebook | How To Make Long Sentences In English

Jun 23, 2021 • 27min
152 : English Vocabulary and Expressions - Intellectual, Evolve, A screw loose, and The brains behind something
Visit SpeakEnglishWithTiffani.com/Episode152 for show notes for this podcast episode.In today’s episode, you will learn new English vocabulary words and expressions related to the topic of brains. You will also hear tons of real-life stories that will help you understand the words and expressions more. This episode will give you the vocabulary and expressions you need to speak fluently in English about this topic.TODAY'S ENGLISH RESOURCEMaster English Tips PackTODAY'S ENGLISH VOCABULARY WORDS======================================Intellectual Meaning: relating to intellect; a person possessing a highly developed intellect.Sentence 1: Brian is an intellectual and provides riveting conversation.Sentence 2: You do not have to be an intellectual to attend university.Sentence 3: Sue has a tremendous intellectual sympathy for oppressed people.Evolve Meaning: the gradual development of something, especially from a simple to a more complex form.Sentence 1: Children constantly evolve developmentally in order to grow into fully capable adults.Sentence 2: The evolution of Karen's emotional intelligence was well received.Sentence 3 : The brand evolved from a simple website to a multimillion dollar enterprise.TODAY'S ENGLISH EXPRESSIONS======================================A screw loose Meaning: behaving in a strange way; a person who is not intellectually quick.Sentence 1: The puzzle was not difficult and yet he could not solve it. He must have had a screw loose.Sentence 2: That guy is seriously insane and definitely has a screw loose.Sentence 3: Anyone purchasing a pen for more than $1,000 must be a millionaire or they have a screw loose.The brains behind something Meaning: The person or thing that made something successfulSentence 1: If it were not for Simone, the president would not have won. She was the brains behind the campaign.Sentence 2: My mother is the rock of our family and the brains behind our success.Sentence 3: Elon Musk is a genius but his engineers are the brains behind the newest Tesla model.GET YOUR Resource | Master English Tips Pack

Jun 21, 2021 • 29min
151 : English Vocabulary and Expressions - Genius, Psyche, Shut your brain off, and Put your thinking cap on
Visit SpeakEnglishWithTiffani.com/Episode151 for show notes for this podcast episode.In today’s episode, you will learn new English vocabulary words and expressions related to the topic of brains. You will also hear tons of real-life stories that will help you understand the words and expressions more. This episode will give you the vocabulary and expressions you need to speak fluently in English about this topic.TODAY'S ENGLISH RESOURCEMaster English Tips PackTODAY'S ENGLISH VOCABULARY WORDS======================================Genius Meaning: exceptional intellectual or creative power or other natural ability; very cleverSentence 1: He's a musical genius and can play three instruments.Sentence 2: Gina often doubted her genius, even after receiving her doctorate.Sentence 3: Call Jordan, he's a real genius at using anything with technology.Psyche Meaning: the totality of elements forming the mind; soul, spirit, and mindSentence 1: If you feel anxious, it might be from something you have not dealt with hidden in a corner of your psyche.Sentence 2: His grades had long loomed large in Jordan's psyche.Sentence 3: I have spent the last year contemplating the deep and mysterious depths of my husband's psyche.TODAY'S ENGLISH EXPRESSIONS======================================Shut your brain off Meaning: To stop thinking or worrying about somethingSentence 1: Shut off your brain because it is time for bed.Sentence 2: It had been a difficult day at work and Ben had difficulty shutting his brain off when he got to dinner.Sentence 3: The proposal bothered Clara and she wished she could just shut her brain off and not obsess over it.Put your thinking cap on Meaning: solve a problem; begin to figure something outSentence 1: The project is due on Monday so we have to put our thinking caps on immediately.Sentence 2: Put your thinking cap on Sheila, we need good ideas for the commercial.Sentence 3: When watching a documentary, you must put your thinking cap on rather than watch it mindlessly.GET YOUR Resource | Master English Tips Pack

Jun 16, 2021 • 26min
150 : English Vocabulary and Expressions - Fiction, Journal, Hit the books, and An open book
Visit SpeakEnglishWithTiffani.com/Episode150 for show notes for this podcast episode.In today’s episode, you will learn new English vocabulary words and expressions related to the topic of books. You will also hear tons of real-life stories that will help you understand the words and expressions more. This episode will give you the vocabulary and expressions you need to speak fluently in English about this topic.TODAY'S ENGLISH RESOURCEDaily English Lessons MembershipTODAY'S ENGLISH VOCABULARY WORDS======================================Fiction Meaning: literature or a work of art that is invented by the imaginationSentence 1: Dan Brown is a famous writer of fiction.Sentence 2: Many people read works of fiction to escape from everyday life.Sentence 3: Be careful not to believe the fiction that all people are harmful.Journal Meaning: a record of experiences, ideas, or reflectionsSentence 1: As a student, I journaled everything that happened to me each day.Sentence 2: It is important to journal as a method of reporting when tasked with a large work assignment.Sentence 3: Keeping a journal enhances your writing skills.TODAY'S ENGLISH EXPRESSIONS======================================Hit the books Meaning: to study or learn; doing your homeworkSentence 1: I have a test tomorrow so I've got to hit the books tonight.Sentence 2: He never went to parties on the weekend and refused to do anything but hit the books.Sentence 3: Hit the books daily if you want a good grade in science.An open book Meaning: A description of someone who is easy to understandSentence 1: She enjoyed conversing with Dale, he was an open book.Sentence 2: I have known Cindy for ten years, but I don't know much about her because she is not an open book.Sentence 3: I am an open book to my close friends, but everyone else sees me as a closed-off person.GET YOUR Resource | Daily English Lessons Membership

Jun 14, 2021 • 27min
149 : English Vocabulary and Expressions - Engaging, Bibliophile, A page turner, and Bookworm
Visit SpeakEnglishWithTiffani.com/Episode149 for show notes for this podcast episode.In today’s episode, you will learn new English vocabulary words and expressions related to the topic of books. You will also hear tons of real-life stories that will help you understand the words and expressions more. This episode will give you the vocabulary and expressions you need to speak fluently in English about this topic.TODAY'S ENGLISH RESOURCEDaily English Lessons MembershipTODAY'S ENGLISH VOCABULARY WORDS======================================Engaging Meaning: tending to draw favorable attention or interestSentence 1: Edward's conversation was engaging and kept my attention.Sentence 2: The girl had an enchanting and engaging smile.Sentence 3: The movie was not engaging. I fell asleep after ten minutes.Bibliophile Meaning: A person who loves booksSentence 1: She was a bibliophile and had over 1,000 books in her home.Sentence 2: Frank was not a bibliophile and had no interest in reading books.Sentence 3: The library is a bibliophile's favorite place to be.TODAY'S ENGLISH EXPRESSIONS======================================A page-turner Meaning: A very good book or storySentence 1: I love the novel by Stephen King. It is a real page-turner.Sentence 2: Dan struggled to finish the book because it wasn't a page-turner and the storyline was slow.Sentence 3: Keenan wrote a book recently and although long, it is a complete page-turner.Bookworm Meaning: A person who loves to readSentence 1: Susan is such a bookworm. She reads a new book each week.Sentence 2: He always had his nose in a book because he was a bookworm.Sentence 3: As a self-proclaimed bookworm, I enjoy science fiction books most of all.GET YOUR Resource | Daily English Lessons Membership


