Ann-Marie's English

想要自然地學習英文過去式，還能提升聽力理解嗎？本集節目為你準備了兩個有趣的英語短篇故事，專為中級程度的學習者設計。故事中充滿了實用的過去式動詞，幫助你在輕鬆的情境中加強語感！

📖 故事一：被遺忘的雨傘
一位年輕女子在倫敦雨中奔跑去咖啡店，某人忘記了一件重要的東西。故事中包含像是 hurried（趕緊了）、poured（傾瀉了/下大雨）、spotted（看見了） 等過去式動詞，幫助你聽得更清楚、學得更自然。

🚅 故事二：Ben 的火車旅程
Ben 搭上了一段漫長的火車之旅，途中與一位陌生乘客展開了一段意想不到的對話。留意故事中的動詞，例如 chuckled（笑了）、apologized（道歉了）、replied（回覆了）

📝 每個故事後還有理解問題，幫助你確認聽懂了多少，也加深學習效果。
這集非常適合想透過英文故事，同時提升聽力和文法能力的你。快戴上耳機，一起進入英文故事的世界吧！Leave a comment and share your thoughts: https://open.firstory.me/user/cm6khd8jd01qf01w46q6barvx/comments

英國生活必備英文單字：From Chips to Cheers! 🇬🇧✨
你知道在英國，如果你說你愛吃 chips，可不是洋芋片，而是炸薯條？🤯
在這一集，我們帶你進入英國人的日常生活，一起學習超實用的英文單字和片語，從食物、旅行、到購物，幫助你在英國旅遊或生活時聽得懂、說得出！
🪄🧙‍♀️🚂不管你是哈利波特迷、夢想走進九又四分之三月台是王十字車站，還是只是想學會怎麼自然地說，這一集你一定會喜歡～
你會學到：
✅英國人怎麼說「垃圾」？（不是trash嗎？）
✅「Cheers」除了乾杯，還有其他意思？
✅為什麼英國人會說 “kidding”? 😂
🎧 趕快戴上耳機，和我們一起輕鬆學英文，感受一點英倫幽默，一點魔法風情，還有滿滿的生活英文小知識！

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Ready to sound like a pro in the office? In this episode, we're diving into the essential Business English phrases that'll help you email better, speak smarter, and impress in meetings. Whether you're job hunting, chatting with clients, or surviving your Monday stand-up, we've got you covered.
Perfect for intermediate learners who want to level up their work game with British-style professionalism.
✅ Essential business vocabulary  
✅ Common phrases for meetings, emails, and networking  
✅ Tips to sound more professional and confident  

📎 Grab your notepad, hit play, and let's get down to business—English-style! 


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Ever had one of those days when everything goes wrong? Poor Olivia has. From waking up late to spilling coffee on her boss, her day spirals out of control – and it’s all told through a whirlwind of phrasal verbs!
In this episode, we follow Olivia through her chaotic day, packed with useful (and sometimes funny) phrasal verbs like go off, sort out, plug in, and calm down. It’s a great way to hear these expressions in action and boost your vocabulary while enjoying a light-hearted story.
💬 Stay tuned after the story for a quick breakdown of the key phrasal verbs and how to use them naturally in conversation.
Perfect for intermediate learners who want to brush up on their British English in a fun and memorable way!

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了解文化差異對於清楚的溝通很重要⚠️Traveling to England and want to order in a restaurant or bar without angering the staff 🤬? Today’s episode compares the different styles of communication between British and Americans. Follow along for tips on how to be polite with British friends and colleagues, and how to have small talk with Americans. 
Tune in and boost your English skills with cultural insights that make a difference. Helping you navigate conversations with confidence 😎

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Ever heard an 英國人 say “I’m knackered” or “That’s dodgy” and had no clue what they meant? 🤯卻不知道他們是什麼意思？
In episode 10, we’re diving into the world of British slang & modern expressions—from fancying a cuppa 🍵 to totally rubbish🚮 There are 13 slang expressions with examples and a mini quiz to help you practice. Follow along with me to improve your English speaking in a natural way!

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提高你的發音🗣️ Struggling with English pronunciation? You’re not alone! Many native Chinese speakers make the same mistakes—but today, we’re fixing them! From tricky "th" sounds to confusing "r" and "l" swaps, and bonus tongue twisters, we’ll break it all down and help you sound more natural. Tune in and start speaking with confidence! 🎙️✨

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Episode 8: Small talk and social etiquette 閒聊禮儀 💬✨
注意在不同文化中保持禮貌✌️用英文閒聊時是否曾感到尷尬？Ever feel awkward making small talk in English? Not sure how to start, or keep, a conversation going? In this episode, we break down the art of small talk with 閒聊的話題 and teach you the key phrases, topics, and cultural do’s and don’ts! Whether you’re chatting with co-workers, new friends, or even strangers, you’ll learn how to sound natural and confident. Tune in and start talking like a pro! 🎙️🗣️

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This episode has a quiz 小考 and 單字表 vocabulary list !
A heartwarming tale about a long-lost message. Follow Emily, a dedicated postal worker, as she embarks on a journey to uncover the mystery behind an undelivered letter and reunite it with its rightful owner. Along the way, she discovers a forgotten love story and reminds us that some things are never truly lost. 
Tune in to improve your English listening skills, learn new vocabulary, and enjoy an engaging story filled with emotion and nostalgia!
Be sure to check out today’s transcript at ko-fi.com for a quiz 小考 and 單字表 vocabulary list !

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A quick 5-minute episode this week. Due to a busy week last week, with unexpected challenges, episode 6 has been replaced with a short  life update. 
Check out the transcript on ko-fi.com, to see the vocabulary and phrases that are used in today’s episode. The transcripts can be downloaded for FREE 🤗

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