English with Thiago

By Thiago Alencar

This is a podcast designed to help intermediate and advanced English learners communicate with more confidence, accuracy, clarity and awareness.

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English with Thiago episodes:

June 05, 2024 How To STOP Translating in Your Head and Start to THINK in ENGLISH (Useful Tips & Insights!)
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How To STOP Translating in Your Head and Start to THINK in ENGLISH
In this episode, Thiago discusses the detrimental effects of constantly translating in your head when speaking English. He provides insights into why this habit is damaging to your English fluency and why it prevents you from thinking in English. He also gives tips on how to stop translating in your head, and situations where translation can be helpful.
0:00-1:43 Intro
1:43-2:39 How I Divided This Episode
2:39-12:54 Why is Translating Often Bad to Your Fluency
12:54-25:08 How to Stop Translating in Your Head
25:08-29:34 When Translation Can Be Helpful
29:34-30:48 Outro
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June 02, 2024 How Many Words in English Did You Review Daily? (Replying to FANS' Comments)
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How Many Words in English Did You Review Daily? (Replying To Comments)
In this video, Thiago answers 10 questions from YouTube, providing insights on exam strategies, vocabulary building, English literature, and future tenses.
Cambridge Placement Test:
https://www.cambridgeenglish.org/test-your-english/general-english/

0:00-0:49 Intro
0:49-3:02 Tricky Questions on Exams
3:02-4:33 Important Message
4:33-6:27 Which TV Series Should I Watch?
6:27-11:33 How Much Vocabulary Did You Review?
11:33-14:38 How To Find Out My Level?
14:38-16:09 How To Prep For TOEFL ITP?
16:09-18:24 Tricky Words to Pronounce
18:24-20:07 Literature Books For English Learners
20:07-21:29 Pronouncing The Letter M
21:29-23:09 Present Continuous vs Going To
23:09-24:27 Is "Lots of" Correct?
24:27-25:23 Outro
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26min
May 29, 2024 20 BASIC ENGLISH WORDS That Also Have More ADVANCED MEANINGS! (B2+ Vocabulary)
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20 BASIC ENGLISH WORDS That Have More ADVANCED MEANINGS!
In this episode, Thiago discusses how basic English words can be used in more advanced ways, providing examples and contexts for each word. He also encourages listeners to think about how they can use the words they already know in different ways and contexts.

Chapters
0:00-1:38 Intro
1:38-2:24 Run
2:24-3:25 Break
3:25-4:23 Set
4:23-5:28 Light
5:28-6:02 Note
6:02-6:50 Right
6:50-9:04 State
9:04-9:58 Line
9:58-10:30 Form
10:30-11:14 Fine
11:14-12:39 Important Message
12:39-13:32 Bank
13:32-14:28 Power
14:28-15:02 Hard
15:02-15:37 Green
15:37-16:39 Sound
16:39-17:39 Change
17:39-18:18 Watch
18:18-19:05 Plant
19:05-20:01 Check
20:01-20:48 Key
20:48-23:00 Final Tips & Outro
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23min
May 26, 2024 Learn ENGLISH with a SHORT STORY - Frank's Last Case (B2/C1 Vocabulary Level)
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Learn ENGLISH with a SHORT STORY - Frank's Last Case (B2/C1 Level)
In this episode, Thiago reads a story called 'Frank's Last Case' about a police officer who is about to retire. Thiago also highlights vocabulary words and phrases from the story.
Takeaways
- The story explores the theme of retirement and the desire for a better life.
- Vocabulary words and phrases include 'frowned,' 'barely enough,' 'showing off,' 'catch them red-handed,' and 'thoroughly.'
- The story demonstrates the consequences of making unethical choices.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
03:35 Reading 'Frank's Last Case'
15:11 Vocabulary Highlight: Frowning, Barely Enough, Showing Off & More
22:11 Vocabulary Highlight: Thoroughly Searching
24:09 Conclusion
Link to the story:
https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/general-english/story-zone/b2-c1-stories/franks-last-case-b2/c1
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25min
May 22, 2024 Write Better in ENGLISH: Tips to Improve Your WRITING Skills & My New Pronunciation Course is Out on Pre-Sale!
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Writer Better in ENGLISH: Tips To Improve Your WRITING Skills - Summary
In this episode, Thiago shares valuable tips on how to improve English writing skills. He emphasizes the importance of writing well, as it can open doors and opportunities in various aspects of life. Thiago provides tips such as reading extensively, writing every day, getting feedback, using technology tools, planning writing, revising and editing, expanding vocabulary, varying sentence structure, experimenting with different styles, and joining writing groups. These tips aim to help learners think effectively, communicate more effectively, and boost their language learning.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction: The Importance of Writing Well in English
04:18 The Power of Writing Well
06:16 The Challenge of Writing and the Need for Improvement
08:43 The Role of Reading in Improving Writing Skills
10:40 Using Technology to Enhance Writing
12:05 The Importance of Planning Writing
15:26 The Art of Revising and Editing
19:15 Varying Sentence Structure for Impactful Writing
20:38 Experimenting with Different Writing Styles
21:06 The Benefits of Joining Writing Groups
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23min
May 15, 2024 Is ENGLISH FLUENCY Enough for SUCCESSFUL LANGUAGE LEARNING? Maybe NOT. Here's Why...
In this episode, Thiago discusses the difference between fluency and proficiency in language learning. He defines fluency as the ability to speak with flow and minimal pauses, while proficiency refers to a person's knowledge and accuracy in the language. Thiago emphasizes the importance of developing both fluency and proficiency and provides tips for improving each. Thiago encourages learners to focus on their individual needs and find a balance between fluency and proficiency.
Takeaways
1) Fluency is the ability to speak with flow and minimal pauses, while proficiency refers to a person's knowledge and accuracy in the language.
2) Developing both fluency and proficiency is important in language learning.
3) Tips for improving fluency include listening extensively, speaking regularly, learning pronunciation and connected speech and recording and listening to yourself.
4) To improve proficiency, focus on studying grammar, expanding vocabulary, reading extensively, and preparing for proficiency exams.
Chapters
0:00-2:48 Introduction2:48-11:43 What is Fluency?11:43-21:28 What is Proficiency?21:28-27:04 Food for Thought27:04-31:06 Tips to Improve Fluency31:06-34:12 Tips to Improve Proficiency34:12-38:00 Final Tips38:00-38:29 Outro
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39min
May 12, 2024 How To Pronounce the TH SOUND in ENGLISH (Voiceless TH vs Voiced TH) - English Pronunciation Lesson
In this episode, Thiago discusses the TH sound in English. He explains that there are two sounds for TH: voiceless and voiced. He provides examples and practice exercises for both sounds. Thiago also mentions some exceptions to the TH pronunciation and demonstrates how to connect TH sounds in words and sentences. He concludes by emphasizing the importance of practicing the correct TH sound, but also noting that mispronouncing it may not greatly impact communication.
Takeaways
- The TH sound in English has two variations: voiceless and voiced.
- To pronounce the voiceless TH, place the tip of your tongue between your teeth and push out air.
- To pronounce the voiced TH, place the tip of your tongue between your teeth and activate your vocal cords.
- Practice pronouncing words and sentences with the TH sound to improve your pronunciation.
- There are some exceptions to the TH pronunciation, such as "Thomas" and "Thailand".
- When connecting TH sounds in words and sentences, be mindful of the correct pronunciation.
Chapters
0:00-1:16 Intro
1:16-4:04 TH Sounds: Explanation
4:04-10:09 Voiceless TH: Practice
10:09-16:40 Voiced TH: Practice
16:40-18:47 TH in Connected Speech
18:47-20:50 TH in Natural Speech
20:50-22:57 Closing thoughts & Outro
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23min
May 08, 2024 How I Improved My FLUENCY In ENGLISH With MOVIES and TV Series (My Personal Method with Examples)
In this episode, Thiago discusses his personal method for learning English with movies and TV series. He emphasizes the importance of being active and intentional in the learning process, rather than passively consuming content. Thiago provides step-by-step instructions for using movies and TV series to improve pronunciation, learn vocabulary, and contextualize language. He also highlights the benefits of observing native speakers and the variety of genres available for language learning. Thiago encourages learners to incorporate movies and TV series into their study routine on a daily basis for short periods of time.
Takeaways
- Incorporate movies and TV series into your study routine to improve English skills
- Be active and intentional in your approach, rather than passively consuming content
- Focus on pronunciation, vocabulary, and contextualizing language
- Watch short clips and extract at least one takeaway from each session
- Practice regularly, even for just a few minutes a day

0:00-1:10 Intro1:10-8:53 Why Learn English with Movies & TV Series?8:53-12:51 Active vs Passive Learning12:51-17:24 Method: The Mindset17:24-19:00 Step 1: Looking from above19:00-24:02 Step 2: The Pronunciation24:02-27:15 The Vocabulary27:15-32:01 Contextualizing32:01-33:26 Quick Recap33:26-42:33 Let's Practice!42:33-47:08 Parting Words and Outro
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48min
May 05, 2024 How Do You Learn? Learn English & Books (Managing Oneself by Peter Drucker) with Vocabulary Explanations
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Summary
In this video, Thiago introduces the book 'Managing Oneself' by Peter Drucker. He highlights the importance of managing oneself and becoming a better individual. The book is packed with useful information and is recommended for anyone interested in personal development and self-improvement. This part of the conversation discusses the importance of knowing how you learn best in order to better manage yourself. It emphasizes the need to reflect and think about how one learns. As an English learner, it's also important that you reflect on how YOU learn best so you can implement the best strategies in your fluency journey.
Takeaways
- Managing oneself is crucial for personal development and self-improvement.
- Peter Drucker is known as the founder of modern management.
- The book 'Managing Oneself' is a thin but powerful resource.
- Knowing how you learn best is important for self-management.

Chapters
0:00-1:08 Welcome!
1:08-2:25 About the book & Peter Drucker
2:25-3:31 How do you learn? (Intro)
3:31-10:24 How do you Learn? (Reading)
10:24-14:40 Vocabulary Explanation
14:40-15:36 Conclusion
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16min
May 01, 2024Sound More ADVANCED and FLUENT in ENGLISH With These 40+ Words! (B2, C1 & C2 Vocabulary Level)
Summary
In this episode, Thiago introduces 40 words that can help intermediate and advanced English learners communicate with more confidence, accuracy, clarity, and awareness. He emphasizes the importance of expanding vocabulary range and using different words to sound more advanced. The words include common expressions like 'very good', 'very bad', 'nice', and 'interesting', but Thiago encourages learners to explore other alternatives. By using a variety of words, learners can improve their English skills and effectively convey their ideas.

Takeaways
Expanding vocabulary range is crucial for sounding more advanced in English.

Using different words can improve communication by adding more nuance and clarity.

Common expressions like 'very good', 'very bad', 'nice', and 'interesting' can be replaced with alternative words.

Learning and using alternative words helps learners convey their ideas with more confidence, accuracy, and awareness.

Creating sentences with new vocabulary helps internalize the words.
Chapters
0:00-2:14 Intro & Instructions
2:14-9:42 Alternatives for "Very Good"
9:42-14:58 Alternatives for "Very Bad"
14:58-23:19 Alternatives for "Nice"
23:19-29:26 Alternatives for "Interesting"
29:26-31:31 Outro

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