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CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT TO PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ What are phantonyms? And what are false friends? Let's find out about these common challenges for English learners on today's episode of Thinking in English! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/03/30/what-are-phantonyms-and-what-are-false-friends/ You may also like... 145. Should you Support Your Country Unconditionally? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 144. Should Students Have to Wear School Uniforms? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 143. What is a War Crime? (English Vocabulary Lesson) Logical Fallacies: Mistakes You Probably Make When Arguing!  INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)  Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT TO PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ What does it mean to be a patriot? What does it mean to love your country? Should you support your nation unconditionally, no matter what, and in any situation? Let’s talk about these questions on today’s episode of Thinking in English! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/03/28/should-you-support-your-country-unconditionally/ You may also like... 144. Should Students Have to Wear School Uniforms? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 143. What is a War Crime? (English Vocabulary Lesson) Logical Fallacies: Mistakes You Probably Make When Arguing!  142. What is an Oligarchy?  (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)  Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary List Unconditionally (adv) - in a way that is complete and not limited in any way He thanked his mother for being unconditionally supportive Imaginary (adj) - something that is imaginary is created by and exists only in the mind As a child, my brother had an imaginary friend Connotation (n) - a feeling or idea that is suggested by a particular word although it need not be a part of the word’s meaning, or something suggested by an object or situation “Resolute” means stubborn, but with a more positive connotation To diverge (v) - to follow a different direction, or to be or become different Although the two organisations used to work closely together, their objectives have diverged recently Exclusionary (adj) - causing someone or something not to be allowed to take part in an activity or to enter a place The political party has been criticised for its exclusionary membership rules Superiority (n) - the fact that one person or thing is better, stronger, etc. than another The French football team demonstrated their superiority over the Spanish last night Flaw (n) - a fault, mistake, or weakness This report is full of flaws Meaningful (adj) - useful, serious, or important It is difficult to form meaningful relationships with colleagues when you work online --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT TO PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ On today’s episode of Thinking in English, let’s investigate the debate over school uniforms. Are uniforms a way to make school safer and more equal? Or are uniforms stopping children from being individuals and have no effect on academic performance? TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/03/23/should-students-have-to-wear-school-uniforms/ You may also like... 143. What is a War Crime? (English Vocabulary Lesson) Logical Fallacies: Mistakes You Probably Make When Arguing!  142. What is an Oligarchy?  (English Vocabulary Lesson) 141. South Korean Elections Explained (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)  Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary List Peculiarity (n) - something that is typical of one person, group, or thing Farmers have to change approach to deal with the peculiarities of each crop Uniform (n) - a set of clothes that has to be worn by the members of the same organisation or group of people The soldier wore full uniform on his wedding day Sixth-form (n) - in Britain, sixth-form is the part of a school for students aged 16-18 When I was at sixth-form, I studied Maths, History, and Politics Regulated (adj) - controlled by rules or laws We need to make sure banks are regulated so that they don’t put people’s savings in danger Mandatory (adj) - something that is mandatory must be done It is mandatory to wear seat belts in cars Intruder (n) - someone who is in a place or situation where they are not wanted or not allowed The intruders entered the house through the window Distracted (adj) - having your attention taken away from what you should be doing She was distracted by her phone throughout the dinner To enhance (v) - to improve in quality, amount, or strength of something Pictures can be enhanced using computer software Expression (n) - the act of saying what you think or showing how you feel using words or action Freedom of expression is considered a human right --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT TO PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/  Joe Biden has accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of being a “war criminal.” But what does this mean? What is a war crime”? And what makes someone a war criminal? Let’s talk about this on today’s episode of Thinking in English!  TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/03/21/what-is-a-war-crime/  You may also like...  Logical Fallacies: Mistakes You Probably Make When Arguing!   142. What is an Oligarchy?  (English Vocabulary Lesson)  141. South Korean Elections Explained (English Vocabulary Lesson)  How to THINK CRITICALLY in ENGLISH!!!  INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)  Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog  Vocabulary List  Off-the-cuff (phrase) - if you speak off the cuff, you say something without having prepared or thought about your words first  I hadn’t prepared a speech so I just said a few words off the cuff  Rhetoric (n) - speech or writing intended to be effective and influence people  I was influenced by her rhetoric into donating to the charity  To commit (v) - to do something illegal or something that is considered wrong  He was sent to prison for a crime he didn’t commit  Humanity (n) - understanding and kindness towards other people  He displayed no humanity to his opponent  To ratify (v) - (especially of government or organisations) to make an agreement official  Many countries have now ratified the UN convention on the rights of the child  To prohibit (v) - to officially refuse to allow something  Cars are prohibited from driving in the town centre  To prosecute (v) - to officially accuse someone of committing a crime in a court  He was prosecuted for fraud  Tribunal (n) - a special court who are officially chosen to examine problems of a particular type  She took her case to an immigration tribunal  Explicitly (adv) - in a way that is clear and exact  The law explicitly prohibits stealing --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT TO PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ On today's episode of Thinking in English, let's discover some of the most common mistakes people make when arguing or debating! TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/03/16/mistakes-you-probably-make-when-arguing/ You may also like... 142. What is an Oligarchy?  (English Vocabulary Lesson) 141. South Korean Elections Explained (English Vocabulary Lesson) How to THINK CRITICALLY in ENGLISH!!! 140. Why Do We Still Have Nuclear Weapons? (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT TO PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ The US, UK, and EU have introduced massive sanctions against many Russian oligarchs. These rich and powerful men are thought to have influence over Russia’s leaders and policies - but why? What is an oligarch? And what is an oligarchy? Let’s talk about it on today’s episode of Thinking in English! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/03/14/what-is-an-oligarchy/ You may also like... 141. South Korean Elections Explained (English Vocabulary Lesson) How to THINK CRITICALLY in ENGLISH!!! 140. Why Do We Still Have Nuclear Weapons? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 139. Why China Should Have Industrialised First!: The Song Dynasty and the Industrial Revolution  (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary List Sanction (n) - an official order that is taken against a country in order to make it obey international law Trade sanctions will be lifted if they agree to stop producing nuclear weapons State (n) - a country and/or its government Some museums are funded by the state To skyrocket (v) - to rise extremely quickly or make extremely quick progress towards success Housing prices have skyrocketed in recent months To differ (v) - to be not like something or someone else My views differ considerably from my parents Defective (adj) - something that is defective has a fault in it and does not work correctly My eyesight is defective so I wear glasses Perverted (adj) - considered strange and unpleasant by most people He has a sick and perverted sense of humour Corrupt (adj) - dishonestly using your position or power to get an advantage, especially for money That country’s police are very corrupt - you need to pay them if they stop your car Disproportionate (adj) - too large or too small in comparison to something else, or not deserving its importance or influence There are a disproportionate number of girls in my class Tycoon  (n) - a person who has become very rich and powerful He made his fortune as a shipping tycoon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT TO PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ On the one side there is a liberal politician with a history of defending working people, but also of using insults and showing anger. On the other side is a conservative former prosecutor who has been successfully anti-corruption throughout his career, but has also been accused of being a misogynist. Who will become the next President of South Korea? Let’s find out in today’s episode of Thinking in English!! TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/03/09/south-korean-elections-explained/ You may also like... How to THINK CRITICALLY in ENGLISH!!! 140. Why Do We Still Have Nuclear Weapons? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 139. Why China Should Have Industrialised First!: The Song Dynasty and the Industrial Revolution  (English Vocabulary Lesson) 138. The Strange History of Pitcairn Island!: Where is the Most Isolated Place in the World?  (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary List To transition (v) - to change from one form or situation to another Schools have begun to transition towards a new style of teaching Discontent (n) - a feeling of wanting better treatment or an improved situation There was widespread discontent of the plan Misogyny (n) - feeling of hating women, or the belief that men are much better than women The politician has been accused of being a misogynist Consolidated (adj) - made stronger and more certain He was re-elected and his power was consolidated Traitorous (adj) - not loyal to your own country, social group, beliefs, etc He was accused of traitorous actions against his country To abolish (v) - to end an activity officially I think bullfighting should be abolished To stagnate (v) - to stay the same and not grow or develop I hope my podcast never stagnates Misconduct (n) - unacceptable or bad behaviour by someone in a position of responsibility or authority The CEO was accused of professional misconduct --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT TO PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ On today’s episode of Thinking in English, let’s learn how to think critically! TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/03/07/how-to-think-critically-in-english/ You may also like… 140. Why Do We Still Have Nuclear Weapons? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 139. Why China Should Have Industrialised First!: The Song Dynasty and the Industrial Revolution  (English Vocabulary Lesson) 138. The Strange History of Pitcairn Island!: Where is the Most Isolated Place in the World?  (English Vocabulary Lesson) “Moron,” “Ignoramus,” and “Dotard”! Famous English Insults Explained! (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT TO PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ They are terrifying, destructive, and devastating weapons which could kill millions if used… in fact they are so powerful that most people believe nuclear weapons should never be used again. So, why do we still have nuclear weapons? Let’s discuss this on today’s episode of Thinking in English! TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/03/02/140-why-do-we-still-have-nuclear-weapons/ You may also like... 139. Why China Should Have Industrialised First!: The Song Dynasty and the Industrial Revolution  (English Vocabulary Lesson) 138. The Strange History of Pitcairn Island!: Where is the Most Isolated Place in the World?  (English Vocabulary Lesson) “Moron,” “Ignoramus,” and “Dotard”! Famous English Insults Explained! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 136. What Happened to Patrick Zaki? (English Vocabulary Lesson) CONTACT ME INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary List To deter (v) - to prevent someone from doing something by making it difficult to do it or threatening bad results if they do (also in the form deterrence and deterrent) High prices are deterring many young people from buying houses To decimate (v) - to reduce something severely Populations of endangered animals have been decimated Proliferation (n) - a great and quick increase in number or amount The proliferation of social media has changed how we communicate Disarmament (n) - the act of taking away or giving up weapons She said she supported nuclear disarmament Self-interest (n) - the act of considering the advantage to yourself when making decisions The company’s donation was motivated by self-interest Conventional (adj) - traditional and ordinary He lives a very conventional life To stabilise (v) - if something stabilises, it becomes fixed or stops changing The medicine stabilised his heart rate Verification (n) - the act of proving or checking that something exists, is true, or is correct We require verification of your age before you can buy beer Rational (adj) - based on clear thought and reason She made the rational decision and went home early --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A thousand years ago, the Song dynasty of China created the most advanced and developed society in the world. It was so advanced that historians have compared it to 18th century Britain. However, unlike 18th century Britain, China did not have an industrial revolution. Let’s discuss why on today’s episode of Thinking in English! TRANSCRIPT = https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/02/28/song-dynasty-and-the-industrial-revolution/ You may also like... 138. The Strange History of Pitcairn Island!: Where is the Most Isolated Place in the World?  (English Vocabulary Lesson) “Moron,” “Ignoramus,” and “Dotard”! Famous English Insults Explained! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 136. What Happened to Patrick Zaki? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 135. The End of Winter Sport?: Climate Change and the Future of the Winter Olympics! (English Vocabulary Lesson) CONTACT ME INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary List Skilled (adj) - skilled work needs to be done by someone who has had special training We are recruiting experienced and skilled mechanics to work on a new project Industry (n) - the companies and activities involved in the production of goods The government has recently started listening to the concerns of industry Manufacturing (n) - business of producing goods in large numbers Car manufacturing has increased over the last month To flourish (v) - to grow or develop successfully The tomatoes in my garden are flourishing due to the warm weather Dynasty (n) - a series of rulers or leaders who are all from the same family, or a period when a country is ruled by them The Mogul dynasty ruled over India for centuries To observe (v) - to watch carefully Children learn by observing adults Plague (n) - (usually bubonic plague) a very infectious disease which killed half of all Europeans in the 14th century Millions died of the plague Printing press (n) - a machine that prints text or images, especially for books, newspapers, or other documents The printing press is one of the most important inventions in history To kneel (v) - to go down into a position where one or both knees are on the ground The mother knelt down beside her child --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices