Learn English Through Listening

Is tap water the new 'crime' in fine dining? What is going on with UK restaurants? A UK Chef says "Non-drinkers should eat more food to 'make up' for not buying wine."

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"The best meals are the ones we share with friends." Padma Lakshmi

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Today's English lesson is all about improving your fluency through listening practice. The lesson covers stories in the news, where we ask: Can UK politicians really “eat their words” over Trump’s election? Why are Big Tech companies forcing employees back to the office? We keep the pace slow so it's easy to follow and we explain any difficult English. So why are you waiting? Start listening and improve your English today!

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"The office of tomorrow is not a place – it's a mindset." Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft

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Tired of lying awake with a busy brain? Learn English while discovering real techniques for calm, restful sleep. This English lesson https://adeptenglish.com/lessons/ covers the common struggle of "overthinking at night" and ways to quiet your mind, all while building your English listening skills!

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"Your future depends on your dreams, so go to sleep." Mesut Barazany

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Could focusing on logic be damaging our society? Today's English lesson https://adeptenglish.com/lessons/ explores the unique qualities of left and right brain thinking with Ian McGilchrist’s insights, while strengthening your English listening skills.

"Logic will get you from A to B. Imagination will take you everywhere." Albert Einstein

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Ever wondered why some people grasp English effortlessly while others struggle for years? In this fascinating lesson, you'll discover the hidden battle between your brain's two hemispheres - and how it affects your English learning journey.

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Did you know that smells from your childhood will dictate what you love and hate, for life. Unfair? Find out in today's English language listening lesson which is all about the smells that shape you psychologically. A fascinating and fun way to work on improving your English language skills.

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What does this have to do with learning English? Discover how your sense of smell can help improve your vocabulary and conversation skills in this unique lesson! Don’t miss out—start listening now and find out why it works! 🎧

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"The sense of smell can be extraordinarily evocative, bringing back memories buried for years." Rachel Carson

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Want to learn the secret of living past 100? Does'nt everyone? Today we discover the truth behind "blue zones" while improving your English language skills.

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"You are what you eat. Your diet is a bank account. Good food choices are good investments." Bethenny Frankel

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What if smart glasses could tell you everything about the strangers you see? Today we we improve your English skills while we learn about AI glasses, chickens and how the British https://adeptenglish.com/ people rebel against the system! An English language listening lesson that will keep you wanting more as you listen & learn yourself to better English fluency.

"Technology is a useful servant but a dangerous master." Christian Lous Lange

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You'll get a lot out of out English lesson https://adeptenglish.com/lessons/ . By exploring offbeat news stories with us, you're not just learning English – you're absorbing it naturally through real-world context. You'll pick up authentic British vocabulary and expressions that native speakers actually use, making your language skills more relevant and practical.

And you're training your ear to understand different accents and speech patterns. This approach keeps you engaged and curious, which is key to long-term language learning success. Remember, the more interesting the content, the more effortlessly you'll learn.

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Did you know that nearly half of all marriages in the West end in divorce? Ouch! This is a startling statistic and reflects how common divorce is in Western countries like the UK. Understanding this reality will help you navigate discussions about relationships, making your British English skills even more relevant and practical.

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Today's lesson https://adeptenglish.com/lessons/ will take an interesting look at relationships in the UK with lots of examples to help you learn https://adeptenglish.com/company/learning-system/ words like 'divorce,' 'reconcile,' and 'regret', words you'll hear in everyday English conversations. You’ll not only expand your English vocabulary around relationships, but also discover why people want to reconcile after breaking up.

Near the end of the lesson I share a powerful tip to help you use this new English vocabulary fluently, giving you the confidence to talk about relationships in any context!

"Marriage is not just spiritual communion; it is also remembering to take out the trash." Joyce Brothers

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Do you think delaying having children for a career is worth it? What if people simply don’t want children any more?

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Why are fewer women having babies, yet the world’s population keeps rising? In this lesson, you’ll explore a fascinating global trend that affects us all, while expanding your vocabulary on topics like family, population, and statistics.

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"Population, when unchecked, increases in a geometrical ratio." Thomas Malthus

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Did you know your favourite brands like Nike and Amazon are named after Greek myths? Today we learn English without feeling like it's studying!

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"Storytelling is the most powerful way to put ideas into the world." Robert McKee

In this lesson, you'll uncover how names like Nike, Amazon, and Hermes all come from fascinating Greek myths—and you’ll learn why understanding these connections can help you with English vocabulary, pronunciation, and even cultural insights.

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