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E65 Who's on the Money? Learn English with the US Presidents Featured on Currency


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💵Have you ever wondered why certain U.S. presidents are featured on coins and dollar bills? In this episode of The Learn English Podcast, we’re celebrating President’s Day by discussing the presidents on U.S. currency. You'll learn about their accomplishments, controversies, and the reasons they were chosen to adorn our nation's currency.

💰You’ll learn facts about figures like Abraham Lincoln, George Washington, and Thomas Jefferson. You'll also hear how Americans refer to them with shortened names like FDR and JFK. Plus, we’ll discuss the names for pieces of currency, like penny or dimes, and why some pieces of currency aren’t commonly used today.

🎧Not only will you gain insight into U.S. history and culture, but you’ll also expand your English vocabulary with key words and phrases used throughout the episode. Tune in now and follow along as we uncover the stories behind the money in your pocket. Don’t forget to check the episode description for a full list of vocabulary words to help you learn even more!

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https://www.nps.gov/trte/learn/historyculture/index.htm

https://bidenwhitehouse.archives.gov/about-the-white-house/presidents/

📝 Vocabulary list:

1) Currency – The system of money used in a country.

2) Denomination – The face value of a coin or banknote.

3) Equivalent – Having the same value or amount.

4) Collector’s item – An object that people collect because it is valuable or unique.

5) Souvenir – A small item kept as a memory of a place or event.

6) Nostalgia – A sentimental longing for the past.

7) Bill – A piece of paper money (e.g., a $5 bill).

8) Banknote – Another word for a bill (paper money).

9) Coin – A small, round piece of metal used as money.

10) Treasury Department – The government department responsible for printing and making money.

11) Declaration of Independence – The document that declared the US independent from Britain.

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