English Makes No Sense

Instead of: “I don't know.”Try: “Let me check on that and get back to you.”Professional. Polite. Confident.#BusinessEnglish #WorkplaceCommunication #ESLSkills

Meaning: stay at the same speed or level.Example: “I can't keep up with English spelling!”Who can?!

The schwa /ə/ is in almost every sentence you say.About, pencil, support, problem…Let's make this tiny sound EASY.#Pronunciation #SchwaSound #LearnEnglish

No, you don't actually hit anything.It simply means: start studying!Perfect for students—and English learners too!#Idioms #StudyEnglish #ESLLesson #AmericanEnglish

Why do Americans wear the ugliest sweaters they can find—and celebrate it?In this episode of English Makes No Sense, you'll learn the origin and history of Ugly Sweater Day, how it became a popular workplace tradition, and what it really means in American culture.This episode is perfect for:ESL learners (B1–B2)English students working in the U.S.Anyone confused by American holiday traditionsWorkplace English & cultural understanding

Why do “tough,” “though,” “through,” and “thought” look related… but sound NOTHING alike?Because English is chaos. That's why.

Small Talk in English: EASY STARTERS”Try these:❄️ “How's your week going?”❄️ “Have you tried any new restaurants lately?”❄️ “What's keeping you busy these days?”#SmallTalk #RealLifeEnglish #SpeakConfidently

Meaning: to understand something or find a solution.Example: “I can't figure out why English has so MANY rules.”Same, friend. Same.

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Workplace English Trick: SOFTEN Your Questions!”Instead of: “What do you mean?”Try: “Could you clarify that for me?”Same question… but much more professional.#BusinessEnglish #WorkplaceCommunication #ESLLearners

Want to sound more natural in English? Try these three idioms Americans actually use all the time.”

Do you know the difference between "Voiced" and "Unvoiced" TH- ? After this episode you will. Put your tongue between your teeth.Now blow air gently: θ.Congrats — you're doing the “unvoiced TH”!#PronunciationPractice #EnglishPronunciation #SpeakClearly

n today's quick 2-minute episode of English Makes No Sense, we're leveling up your communication instantly! If you find yourself always saying “I don't understand,” this mini-lesson gives you three natural, confident alternatives that native speakers use every day.You'll learn how to say:

Turn out” can mean:✨ to result✨ to attend✨ to switch offOne tiny phrase… THREE meanings. Gotta love English!#PhrasalVerbs #ESLLesson #EnglishTeacher #LearnEnglishDaily

Why does “read” sound like reed AND red?Because English likes to keep you on your toes.

Test your knowledge of this week's phrasal verbs.

What is another way to say, quit? Great question! That's today's esson. Listen ans to learn the phrasal verb, "Give Up". Don't give up on this podcast or on learning English!

Do you like to catch up with old friends? Maybe you like to catch up with a family member? Not sure what "catch up" means? Watch this video to understand its meanings and uses.☕ “Catch up” means meet and talk after time apart.Let's catch up on English today!

Do you know the meaning of "Run Out of"? You don't? Well this episode is for you!

Did you know the phrasal verb "Make Up" has two meanings? You didn't? Well, you will after this episode!

Have you ever come across something that caught you by surprise? In today's episode you will learn the meaning of the phrasal verb, "Come Across". We hear it all the time, but what exactly does it mean. Maybe this is the first time you have come across this channel! Watch and learn the meaning of this useful phrasal verb.

Can't we all just get along? Not sure what that means? Well, this episode is for you!

Listen to this episode to review what we learned this week. Test your knowledge. Refresh your memory. Improve your English!

What does it mean to be in he same boat? What if you don't have a boat? What if you get motion sickness? It doesn't matter. In this episode you will learn the meaning of this often used idiom.#EnglishLearning #DailyEnglish #EnglishMakesNoSense

Are you someone who cuts corners? Not sure what it means? Well listen to this podcast episode to learn this fun idiom. Don't cut corners, listen to the whole thing!✂️ “Cut corners” = do something quickly or cheaply, but not well.Don't cut corners with your English!

Ready to impress your friends, students, or family at Thanksgiving dinner? In this fun, fast, and fascinating episode of English Makes No Sense, we explore 25 surprising, hilarious, and little-known Thanksgiving facts — perfect for ESL learners, teachers, and anyone who loves American culture.Discover why only male turkeys gobble, how fast wild turkeys can run, why Benjamin Franklin wanted the turkey on U.S. money, what foods were actually at the first Thanksgiving, and which classic holiday dish was created as a soup advertisement.We also dig into:

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Get ready to twist your tongue and boost your English pronunciation! In this fun and light-hearted episode of English Makes No Sense, we take on a Tongue Twister Challenge using some of the trickiest English consonant clusters: spr, str, br, and tr.Perfect for ESL learners, English students, and anyone who wants to improve speaking clarity, fluency, and confidence, this episode breaks down each consonant cluster through easy explanations and hilarious tongue twisters that will stretch your mouth and train your ear.You'll practice cluster pronunciation, learn how these sounds work in real English words, and test your skills with four original tongue twisters — all delivered in the fun and friendly English Makes No Sense voice.Whether you're learning English for work, school, or fun, this episode is packed with pronunciation practice, listening skills training, and lots of laughs.Let's twist, stretch, and speak English with confidence!#EnglishMakesNoSense #EMNS #LearnWithSLRockfish#TongueTwisterChallenge #EnglishTongueTwisters #ConsonantClusters #PronunciationPractice #SpeakClearly #EnglishSounds#ESLCommunity #StudyEnglish #LanguageLearning #PronunciationTips #FunEnglish

☀️ Rise and shine! “Wake up” means to stop sleeping.Now… are you awake enough to learn English?

Which idiom was YOUR favorite?

Enjoy this quick 2-minute lesson to improve your English. Learn "Piece of Cake" a useful idiom to improve your English.

WHat a great feeling, to hit the nail on the head! Or is it? Listen to another quick lesson for this awesome idiom. You won't be sorry. Listen and practice!#EnglishIdioms #LearnEnglishDaily #SpeakEnglish

It's a quick two minute lesson. Can you keep a secret? Or do you spill the beans? Learn what this often-used idiom means. Come on.#LearnEnglish #ESL #Idioms #EnglishIsFun

Learn the meaning and how to use this idiom, "under the Weather". #EnglishIdioms #LearnEnglishOnline #DailyEnglish

Join me for this new series on the English Makes No Sense Podcast, "2-Minute English". This new series will give an idiom or phrasal verb each day for a quick 2-minute lesson! Today's idiom: "Break the Ice".#LearnEnglish #IdiomoftheDay #EnglishMakesNoSense #DailyEnglish

Why do we spell knight with a K? Why does sign have a G we never say? And what happened to the L in half? In this fun and clear episode of English Makes No Sense, SL Rockfish breaks down silent letters in English—the ones that appear but never speak! Learn how to pronounce tricky words like knight, sign, walk, and half the right way, with easy examples and practice sentences. Perfect for ESL learners at the B1/B2 level who want to sound more natural and confident when speaking English.#EnglishMakesNoSense #LearnEnglish #SilentLetters #ESLLesson #EnglishPronunciation #SpeakEnglish #FunnyEnglish #B2English #SLRockfish

Ready to get moving with your English?

In this episode of English Makes No Sense, we explore 10 common English idioms and sayings with the word hammer. From “hammer something home” to “drop the hammer,” you'll learn what these expressions mean, how to use them, and hear real-life examples. Perfect for ESL learners, English students, and anyone who wants to sound more fluent and natural in everyday conversations.By the end of this episode, you'll be able to hammer out your English skills and confidently use these idioms in speaking and writing.#LearnEnglish #EnglishIdioms #ESL #EnglishPodcast #EnglishTips #FluentEnglish #IdiomsInEnglish #EnglishForESL #EnglishLearners

Are you struggling with the tricky “TH” sounds in English? You're not alone! Many English learners confuse the voiced TH (/ð/) in words like this, that, these with the unvoiced TH (/θ/) in words like think, three, thank.In this episode of English Makes No Sense, we'll break it all down:✅ The difference between voiced vs. unvoiced TH✅ Easy tips to master tongue placement✅ Fun minimal pairs for practice (thin/then, thank/that, teeth/these)✅ Short sentences to improve fluency✅ Practical tricks to fix common mistakesWhether you're an ESL student, an English learner, or just want to improve your pronunciation and speaking skills, this lesson will help you finally conquer the “TH” sound with confidence.✨ Remember: English may not always make sense, but it can always be fun!#LearnEnglish #EnglishPodcast #EnglishPronunciation #ESLLesson #THSound #EnglishSpeaking #SpeakEnglish #AmericanEnglish #EnglishTips #ImproveEnglish #EnglishForBeginners #PronunciationPractice #LanguageLearning

Are you hungry to learn English? In this episode of English Makes No Sense, we serve up 10 common food idioms that native speakers use every day. From a piece of cake to spill the beans, you'll discover the meanings, examples, and how to use these idioms in real life.Whether you're an ESL beginner, intermediate, or advanced learner, this episode will help you:Understand the most popular English food idiomsLearn natural example sentencesImprove your listening, speaking, and vocabulary skillsSound more fluent and confident when speaking English

Did you know the most common sound in English is not /a/, /e/, /i/, /o/, or /u/? It's the schwa /ə/—the weak little “uh” sound that shows up in thousands of English words and sentences.In this episode of English Makes No Sense, we break down:✅ What the schwa sound is and why it matters.✅ How the schwa can be spelled with ANY vowel.✅ Examples in words like banana, support, problem.✅ How the schwa makes English sound fast and natural.✅ Practice sentences to help you use the schwa in everyday speech.If you want to sound more fluent in English and understand native speakers better, mastering the schwa is a must. Don't stress every vowel—learn when to relax into the schwa and speak with natural rhythm.