Learn English with Bob the Canadian

Read along to practice your English and to learn the English phrases TO LEARN SOMETHING THE HARD WAY and THAT'LL TEACH'EM!TRANSCRIPT:In this English lesson, I wanted to help you learn the English phrase to learn something the hard way. This is a phrase... It's kind of a funny phrase because it means someone has learned something in a very difficult way. I should just give you an example so you know what I'm talking about.If you have the stove on and you accidentally touch the burner, you've learned something the hard way. You've learned that you shouldn't touch the burner on the stove when it's hot. When a small child first sees a candle and they all... they put their finger close to the flame and suddenly pull their finger away, they have, they've learned something the hard way.There are many things like this. When people first walk on ice, when people move to Canada and they first walk on ice and they slip and fall, they've learned the hard way that ice is slippery. I shouldn't laugh, but it happens sometimes.People just aren't aware of how slippery it is. The other phrase I wanted to teach you today is a little meaner. And it's the phrase that'll teach 'em, which is short for that will teach them or that will teach you or that will teach him or her. It simply means you see someone fall on the ice and in your mind you think that'll teach them, that'll teach them not to walk so quickly on the ice next time.Again, not a very nice thing to say. Kind of mean and kind of rude. But it's when you see someone do something where you would use the phrase to learn something the hard way. And then you say if you're really mean and rude, or you think if you're less mean and rude, that'll teach them.So to review to learn something the hard way, if you hit your thumb with a hammer, you have learned the hard way that a hammer is very hard and it will hurt you. And that if you put your thumb in a dumb spot and hit your thumb with a hammer and someone sees you, they might say, that'll teach them.But hey, let's look at a comment from a previous video. This comment is from Tacagero, and the comment is, Incredibly clean sidewalks. I see no snow at all. Very beautiful. Spring is around the corner, I guess. And my response, we try to keep things tidy, but as things warm up, the mud will come.Well, we've actually, thanks, Tacagero, for that comment. We've actually gone kind, of the other way here, in Ontario, Canada. Right now, as you can see, there's snow again. It's a little bit... I think it's starting to melt a little bit.That might also just be from the road salt. But, let me check if the snow is packy. Yeah, it's packy snow. So if you wanted, you could build a snowman today. That means it's probably one degree and the snow is starting to melt a little bit.And that makes it packy. It makes it what we call packing snow. And you can make a snowman. Maybe I should do that when I get home today. But, what were we talking about? Super clean sidewalks. Even when there is snow, the sidewalks are kept very clean.And I'm not sure if you can see there's actually salt. That little crystal there that I'm moving around with my foot is actually a salt crystal. And we put salt on the sidewalks, to make sure they don't freeze and get slippery.And so people who recently moved to this snowy climate don't fall. And have people say, that'll teach them, or so they don't have to learn something the hard way. I also wanted to show you this. As things start to melt, we have quite a bit of water flow in the local creek.Sometimes this creek dries right up, but today, as you can see, it's running quite well and it will go even higher as we get more and more snow melt in the area. Anyways, thanks for watching this short English lesson. I'll see you next week with another one.Bye.

In this English lesson, I'll help you learn two of the nicest phrases you can use in everyday English conversations. These simple phrases help you sound friendly, polite, and natural when you finish talking with someone you know well. Whether you meet an old friend at the grocery store, run into a coworker in town, or catch up with family you haven't seen in a while, these expressions will help you leave a great impression.You'll learn how to use phrases like “it was nice seeing you.” “It was great to see you." and “It was nice talking with you.” along with when and why native English speakers use them.I hope this lesson helps you take another step forward in your English learning journey. Thanks for watching, and I'll see you in the next English lesson!

I'm not a Science expert, but I know enough to be able to teach an English lesson about it. Join me for an in depth look at the words and phrases we use when talking about Science in English!In this English lesson you'll learn words and phrases like: experiment, microscope, test tube, lab coat, telescope, magnifying glass, petri dish, goggles, bunsen burner, and many more!I hope you enjoy this free English class about Science!

Read along to practice your English and to learn the English phrases TO PLAY DUMB and DUMB LUCK.TRANSCRIPT:In this English lesson, I wanted to help you learn the English phrase to play dumb. In English, when you play dumb, it means you pretend you don't know something when you actually do. The most common example would be when someone does something they're not supposed to, and then when asked about it, they might play dumb.If you watch a TV show and the cops arrest the criminal, the criminal might play dumb and say, I don't know what you're talking about. I didn't steal that car. As a teacher, sometimes I'll catch students doing something, and then when I ask them what they were doing, they play dumb.They pretend that they didn't do what I saw them do. The other phrase I wanted to teach you today is dumb luck. Dumb luck simply means that something happens to you that's good and it's not because of anything that you've done to make it happen.So a great example of this would be you suddenly, let me see. I'm trying to think. A good example of dumb luck would be you're driving along and you lose control of car in the snow, but you don't go in the ditch. But it has nothing to do with you steering properly or anything.It's just dumb luck. You didn't go in the ditch because of dumb luck. So to review. To play dumb means to pretend you don't know something when you actually do, usually when someone's accusing you of doing something wrong. And dumb luck simply means to be extremely lucky.And you had no... not because of anything that you did. Sorry, I'm a little distracted with all the traffic this morning. I'm doing this during morning rush hour in my town. But, hey, let's look at a comment from a previous video. This comment is from Tammy.Yes, my son likes to use the expression, oh, shoot from time to time. Thank you. And my response is it's better than the alternative, which is kind of a minor, vulgar, word. And then Tammy says, you can say that again. Great use of the phrase. You can say that again, Tammy.And thanks for the comment. So, yes, I am here in my local town. You can see behind me. Let me get you guys a little further away so you can see a bit more. You can see behind me that, well, there's a school bus over there because kids are getting picked up for school.As you know, I teach in the afternoon now, so I'm here in the morning shooting my video. Yes, I did leave my tripod all by itself over there on the sidewalk. We're hoping no one takes it. And this is what I look like.There I am in the window, shooting my video on a nice quiet morning here in town. I do have to admit a couple of things. One, in spite of the fact that I love winter, I do find it way easier to make videos when the weather's a bit warmer.You can see that I'm just wearing a jacket right now. Actually, these... These windows really do help. You can see I'm just wearing a light jacket right now. You can see that people are out and about, just wearing a ball cap instead of a winter hat.There's even just people standing, checking their phones. Like, even just last week or a week and a half ago, that would not have been happening. It was far too cold for people to be outside and being somewhat leisure or to be moving at a slower pace.So in spite of the fact that I love winter, I must admit, it is much nicer being out here today. I am putting my hand in my pocket occasionally, though, just to warm it up a little bit. But, yeah, this is just much nicer than it was.Anyways, I hope you enjoyed this little English lesson, and I'll, see you next week with another one. Bye.

In this English lesson I'll help you learn vocabulary that describes those days when the sun isn't shining. You'll learn words and phrases like overcast, drab, dreary, gloomy, blah, glum, and miserable so you can describe the forecast and your feelings with confidence.In this English class you'll hear clear explanations, simple examples, and natural sentences so you can use these words in everyday conversation. Whether you're talking about the weather, your mood, you'll sound more fluent and expressive.I hope you enjoy this English lesson about a dreary day!

In this English lesson, I will help you learn some verbs we use to talk about buying and selling. These verbs are perfect to use when talking about shopping, business purchases, and online orders.In this English lesson, you will learn these verbs: to buy, to sell, to purchase, to pay, to charge, to spend, to afford, to order, to refund, to return, to make an offer, to accept an offer, to negotiate, to discount, to resell, to trade, to invoice, and more!By the end of this free English class, you will be able to talk about prices, payments, orders, and simple business situations with more confidence and accuracy. I hope you enjoy this English lesson about buying and selling.

Read along to practice your English and to learn the English phrases "to shoot for" and "Oh, shoot!"TRANSCRIPT:In this English lesson, I wanted to help you learn the English phrase to shoot for. When you shoot for something, it means you're planning to do that. If you were to ask me, Bob, how many videos, how many English lessons are you going to put out on this channel? I'm going to shoot for one per week.I'm going to try and put out one video per week. I know in the past, I was putting out two per week, but I feel like as I relaunch this channel, I think I'm going to shoot for one English lesson per week. And I will probably shoot for putting that English lesson out on Wednesdays.So it's Tuesday right now, if you haven't figured it out. So when you shoot for something, it means you plan on doing that. The other phrase I wanted to teach you today is the phrase oh, shoot. And this is just a really nice way of saying a different word so that you don't say that word, which is kind of a curse word or swear word.When you say oh, shoot, it's an exclamation that you make when something goes wrong. If I dropped this paper, I'd be like, oh, shoot. But if I wanted to say something a little bit more crude, if, I wanted to use a swear word, I would use the word that starts with the same two letters and ends with the same letter, but instead of two O's, it has an I in the middle.And I think you know what I'm talking about. It's not a super, like, bad swear word, but it is a swear word. So. So when you say oh, shoot, it simply means, something just went wrong. So to review, when you shoot for something, it means you are aiming for that, you are trying to accomplish that.And when you say oh, shoot, it's the same as saying oh, sh. Maybe I'll just switch and go to a comment from a previous video instead of actually saying that word. Let me get the comment out. This comment is from Judit or Aerosmith77.It was a really good start with two videos. Do I remember well, your videos were cut for 4 minutes and 8 seconds. This video lasted 4 minutes and 18 seconds. Is it planned this way also? Thank you for the video and my response. I used to stop at exactly four minutes, but now I tend to go over a bit if I go too long the transcript doesn't fit in the description box below the video.There is a 5,000 character limit, so I shoot for four minutes. So thanks, Judit. Thanks, Aerosmith77 for that comment. So, yes, if I talk for too long or if I talk too fast, then, the transcript doesn't fit in the description below the video.So I usually try to aim for about four minutes, because that's kind of like the sweet spot. I guess I say about 5,000 letters or that many words. Hard to kind of explain this. I say about 5,000 letters in about four minutes.This is getting boring. I should show you something exciting. Let me switch quickly and say, here is a camper van, or more of a camper. I guess it's a little big to be called a camper van. I'm not sure what this is doing in my local town.It is not camping season. I also think there's a dog inside, so I'm not going to go close to that at all. If you remember, a few years ago, I had a bad experience with two dogs running out, and, they were pretty vicious. Not from a camper, but, while I was walking down the road.But, I'm not sure what that's doing out and about. Oh, like, I got 30 seconds left. I have to be careful here. I... I'm not sure what that's doing out and about in February, but, as you can see, I have no winter hat and no gloves because I think it might actually be one degree now, I thought earlier it was minus two or minus one, but, man, it feels a lot warmer than that.So, anyways, thanks for watching this short English lesson, and I'll have another one ready for you, in a week. Bye.

In this English lesson I will help you learn about regional differences in the English language. What might seem like a mistake in one place, might actually be fine in another.In particular I talk about the verbs to bring and to take, which to native English speakers in my area can be used interchangeably in different situations.I hope you enjoy this English lesson. Have a great day!

In this English live lesson I'll spend about 1 hour answering all of your questions about the English language. Come and enjoy the time together in the chat with other English learners and pick up a few things! I'm sure you'll enjoy it!In this live English class you can ask me questions about the English language, or anything else that you've been wanting to ask a native English speaker, and I'll do my best to answer them. I'm always happy to help!This English lesson is from Saturday February 7, 2026.

In this fun and practical English lesson, you'll learn quirky, everyday idioms and expressions that native speakers use all the time in real conversations. These sayings can sound strange at first, but once you understand them, they make your English sound more natural, relaxed, and confident.In the English class I'll help you learn phrases like: an apple a day keeps the doctor away, to hold your horses, to spill the beans, to hit the nail on the head, to bark up the wrong tree, to pull someone's leg, to go off the rails, to be on thin ice, to throw in the towel, and many more! You'll hear what each one means, when people use it, and how it to pronounce each one.By the end of this lesson, you'll be able to recognize these playful expressions when you hear them and start using them naturally in your own speaking. I hope you enjoy this English lesson about idioms!

Read along to practice your English and to learn the English phrases "in good shape" and "in bad shape"In this English lesson, I wanted to help you learn the English phrase in good shape. When we say something is in good shape, it means that, well, let's say we're talking about a vehicle. That would mean it has no rust on it. The engine runs really, really well. The thing is in good shape.The thing is, not falling apart. That would be the opposite. You can also use this to talk about people. If you say he's in good shape, it usually means he has some muscles and he's healthy. He's not overweight. He's in good shape. The other phrase I wanted to teach you today is the phrase in bad shape.Now, if I was talking about a vehicle and I said it was in bad shape, that would mean it's probably rusty. It probably has holes in the side. When you try to start it, it might not start the first time it is in bad shape.But when we talk about people, this means something slightly different. If you're in good shape, you're healthy and you have muscles and you're not overweight. But when you're in bad shape, it sometimes means that you're hurt. After a car accident, you might say, oh, he's in bad shape.He has a broken arm and he has a broken leg. Then that person would be in bad shape. So it doesn't mean the opposite of healthy. It more means, like, injured. So to review, if a car is in good shape, it means that it looks really good.The paint looks good, the engine runs very smoothly. If a person's in good shape, it means that they're healthy and muscular and go to the gym a lot. If a car or something else is in bad shape, it means it probably has rust on it and the engine doesn't run well. If a computer is in bad shape, it means it just doesn't turn on all the time.And if a person is in bad shape, it usually is used to describe them after something like a car accident when they have, injuries. But, hey, let's look at a comment from a previous video. This comment is from Mahsa.Hello, Bob. Oh, hello, Mr. Bob. You haven't been active on this channel in the last few months. What was the reason in my response, And I have said this a number of times, so sorry if you've heard this a million times. I broke my collarbone last summer, and it has taken a while for me to feel a hundred percent.I also had a very busy schedule in the fall at school. Now I'm feeling much better, and my schedule is much nicer. So, thanks, Mahsa, for that, question. And, it was fun to be able to kind of let you know the reason and I'll explain in a little more detail.I didn't just break my collarbone. I also tore a hamstring. And that seems to have caused it to take a long time for me to heal. But I have been feeling pretty good since last fall. But in the school year, there are semesters.And last semester, or in my school year, not every school has that. I had, to teach period two and three. So I basically was at work almost like it was full time. When I normally teach part time, I either teach for most of the morning or most of the afternoon.And so that was a little different for me. I've never had that schedule before. And it was, hard to get used to. I found I was spending more time at work than I should have been. By the way, this van, it's in good shape, sort of, but it is starting to rust a little bit.It's our least reliable vehicle. It's not on the road right now. We take it off the road in the winter, because we don't have as many drivers. Two of my kids are at university. So yeah, my semester, last semester was really busy. Now I'm teaching in the afternoons.So when I go to work, on a Monday, when, I go to work this Monday, I will... Oh, by the way, it's the weekend right now. I'm recording this early. I should have told you that. Not that that's that important. Anyways, I don't have to go to work until about 10 or 11 in the morning.Anyways, that's it for this little short lesson. I'll see you next week with another short English lesson.

In this practical English lesson, you'll learn three simple but powerful habits that can help improve how you study English. I'll talk about why repetition really works, how consistency is a great addition to repetition, and why learning English requires the ability to challenge yourself.You'll hear clear, real-life advice on how to use repetition the smart way, and how small daily routines can make your English improve faster and more naturally. I will also share a personal example from learning French, plus easy ideas you can use right away with videos, subtitles, and reading.Finally, we look at the third key habit: challenging yourself. If you always stay in your comfort zone, your English stays there too. In this lesson, you'll learn why gradually using harder material is essential for real progress and how to do it without feeling overwhelmed. I hope you enjoyed this short, motivating lesson for serious English learners who want steady, real results! Have a great day!

In this English lesson I'll help you learn cold and snowy English words and phrases. It's been freezing cold, wintery, and snowy here lately so this lesson topic was pretty easy to make. If you live somewhere that has cold winters, or if wintery weather is something you want to learn how to talk about in English then I think you'll enjoy this lesson.In this English lesson I'll help you learn words and phrases like: polar vortex, to do donuts with a car, black ice, snow squall, to brave the cold, whiteout, drifting, snowdrift, snow day, snowplow, and many more!I hope you don't get too cold as you enjoy this free English class about snowy, wintery weather! Have a warm and cozy day!

Read along to practice your English and to learn the English phrases "Let's get this show on the road!" and "The show must go on!"Okay, let's see if I remember how to do this. Here we go. In this English lesson, I wanted to help you learn the English phrase, let's get this show on the road. This is kind of a humorous phrase we use when we are starting to do something at the beginning of a school year.I might say to my colleagues, okay, let's get this show on the road. It basically means, let's get the school year started. I haven't posted a video on this channel for a long time, since the end of May last year. And so I thought it would be a good time to get this show on the road again.Yeah, I think I remember how to do this. And now what do I say? I say, the other English phrase I wanted to teach you today is the show must go on. So this is another thing that we say. Usually when something is already happening and then maybe something happens to disrupt it, and then someone might say, you know, the show must go on.And this is all related to the theater. So if you were in a play and if one of the actors was injured, someone else would play their part because the show, the show must go on. So to review, let's get this show.This is hard to do with gloves. Let's get this show on the road simply means it's time to get something started. And when you say the show must go on, it means that, whatever it is that you are doing must continue in spite of things may be going wrong.But hey, let's look at a comment from a previous video. This comment is from... Let me get my glove back on here. Let me do the mouth glove trick. Oh, now I can't undo the paper. I'll get better at this, by the way.This comment is from Unsal. Hello. Mr. Bob had a sports injury a while ago, so he paused this channel. Thankfully, he's doing much better now and has started. Okay, I'm back. Apparently the first printout didn't have all the words on it, so this one does.This comment is from Unsal and he's responding to someone called jathebest, who was asking about me, way back in May, I think six months ago. Hello. Mr. Bob had a sports injury a while ago, so he paused posting on this channel. Thankfully, he's doing much better now and has started sharing content again on his other channel called Learn English with Bob the Canadian.He also talked about what happened there. I recommend checking it out. There's lots of helpful content. Have a great day. Bye. And then my response, which is actually from today thanks for directing people to my main channel, Unsal, and thanks for the kind words. So, yes, thank you, Unsal, for that.And, yeah, it's been a bit of a break. Right. This channel has been on pause. I, have never really indicated whether I was going to start doing it again. I thought I might start doing it again. I had this plan where I might do one video a month.And that never really materialized. And to be honest, I feel like I just finished a really busy semester and now I think I have time to do some videos on this channel again. I'm going to start with one per week. I know I used to do two per week. And I am going to try and do, a balance of some in town and some here at home so people get a view of what's going on.And then, just an update, if you want to know. I am holding this camera at full length with the arm where I broke my collarbone and it feels great. So I think I am on the mend. I think things are getting a lot better. I know it's been months, but apparently when you're older like me, it does take a while, to heal.So what should I do? I should show you a bit of the property as I talk. You can see we have some very, very deep snow piles here. And I should make sure that I don't turn you too quickly because I'm using a different camera now.I used to use the DJI Pocket 3, but now I'm using a DJI Action 6. The reason I've switched is the Action 6 keeps everything in the background in focus.

In this English lesson, I'll help you learn words and phrases English speakers use when talking about dealing with snow. If you live in a snowy place or just want to understand winter conversations better, this lesson has you covered. Jen brought out an extra camera, and the drone, so enjoy the learning, and enjoy the views!In this English class I'll help you learn common words and phrases like to plow snow, to push snow, to clear snow, to clean your driveway, to scrape snow, and to dump snow, along with useful winter nouns like snow drift and snow pile. You'll hear how these phrases are used in real situations after a night of heavy snow and being snowed in.By the end of this lesson, you'll be able to talk naturally and confidently about snow removal and winter work after a storm in your next English conversation.I hope you enjoy this English lesson about snow removal!

In this English lesson, you'll learn common verbs that English speakers use when talking about physical, hands-on work. These are the action verbs people use when they're building something, fixing a problem, setting things up, or working directly with tools, equipment, and materials.In this English class you'll learn the following verbs: to attach, to mount, to coil, to hoist, to wind, to secure, to fasten, to adjust, to tighten, to loosen, to hang, to roll up, to wrap, to install, to clamp, to connect, to link, to tie, to hook, to place, to position, to align, to suspend, to assemble, to disassemble, to reinforce, to replace, and to repair.Each verb is explained with clear examples so you can see how it's used in real, practical situations.By the end of the lesson, you'll be able to talk about physical tasks with more confidence and precision in English. I hope you enjoy this English lesson about hardworking verbs!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oJ7LgCnIeA8 or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Hardworking"

In this English lesson, I'll help you learn common words and phrases that English speakers use to describe people who have lots of money. These phrases are very common in everyday conversation, movies, TV shows, and news stories. Understanding them will help you sound more natural and better understand real spoken English.In this lesson, you'll learn words and phrases like: well-off, loaded, well-to-do, doing well for themselves, more money than they know what to do with, money to burn, filthy rich, and made of money. You'll learn what each phrase means, and I'll give some example phrases for each one.By the end of this lesson, you'll be able to talk about wealth and financial success clearly and confidently. I hope you enjoy this English lesson about describing rich people! Have a great day!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here and the full transcript is in the description there:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AHpyC1mKcd4 or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Rich"

In this English lesson, I'll help you learn words and phrases that English speakers use to talk about the challenges and difficulties of everyday life.Everyone has good days and rough days. Life isn't always easy, and we all deal with ups and downs in different ways. In this lesson, I'll cover common issues that can make daily life feel harder, including things that affect our thoughts, our emotions, our relationships, and our personal well-being.In this English class, you'll learn vocabulary and phrases such as: getting up on time, having a big mouth, too many responsibilities, anger issues, overeating, lack of motivation, social media, self-esteem, being overworked, being underpaid, relationship problems, and more.I hope this lesson helps you better understand and talk about real-life struggles in English.Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here and the full transcript is in the description there:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yFmJWWUVr9k or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Struggles and Problems"

In this English lesson I'll help you learn about two things that are similar, but one is bigger and one is smaller. By comparing each item to the other, and learning the difference it will make it easier to remember this new English vocabulary.In this English class I'll help you learn words and phrases like: uppercase, lowercase, log, branch, twig, brick, block, loaf, bun, teaspoon, tablespoon, donut, donut hole, timbit, and many more!I hope you enjoy this English lesson about things that are big, and things that are small! Have a great day!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here and the full transcript is in the description there:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5aDbrnhazQ or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Bigger and Smaller"

In this English lesson, you'll learn useful vocabulary and common phrases for talking about simple home remedies for everyday health problems. We'll look at clear, real-life examples such as sipping tea to soothe a sore throat, using warm or cold compresses for headaches and sore muscles, and applying aloe vera to calm sunburn or irritated skin.You'll also pick up natural expressions English speakers use when describing minor illnesses, taking care of themselves at home, and dealing with small aches and discomforts that usually don't need a visit to the doctor.By the end of the lesson, you'll feel confident talking about basic home treatments and self-care in natural, everyday English conversationsNote: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here and the full transcript is in the description there:⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=njYWKGzuEr4 or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Home Remedies"

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

In this English lesson I'll help you learn common work adjectives that English speakers use to describe jobs, workplaces, systems, and productivity. These words are especially useful when talking about offices, factories, teamwork, management, and daily work routines.You'll learn vocabulary such as: efficient, wasteful, productive, unproductive, streamlined, chaotic, well run, poorly run, fast paced, time saving and time consuming and many more.By the end of this lesson you'll be able to clearly describe how work is done whether a workplace is organized or chaotic and how people and systems perform at work. This practical English lesson will help you sound more confident and natural when talking about work and productivity.Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here and the full transcript is in the description there:⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EnjcP_c7XGc or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Work Adjectives"

In this English lesson, you'll learn common phrases that English speakers use to talk about everyday annoying situations. These are the little problems that can mess up your schedule, slow things down, or quietly push your patience to its limit. Learning these expressions will help you explain real-life frustrations in a clear, natural way.In this class, we'll cover phrases like: locked out, running late for work, stuck in traffic, and oversleeping. You'll also learn how to talk about things such as a power outage, missing the bus, spilling coffee, losing your keys, a dead phone battery, forgetting your wallet, and other small but irritating moments.By the end of the lesson, you'll be ready to describe life's everyday annoyances more confidently and sound more natural in English conversations. I hope you enjoy this useful English lesson focused on common frustrating situations.Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here and the full transcript is in the description there:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6czx_HsbUFo or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Annoying Things"

Well, hello and welcome to Wednesdays with Bob. Remember, even though this isn't a traditional English lesson, it can be used as one. There are word for word English subtitles if you need to turn them on, and a complete English transcript in the description below.So you might be wondering what's going on. Number one, it's not Wednesday today, it's Tuesday, as you watch this probably. And number, two, you might be thinking, I thought these videos, these Wednesdays with Bobs, were for members only. Well, this week is really, really busy for me and I didn't really have time to make an English lesson. And I didn't really have time to also make a Wednesdays with Bob. So I thought I would kill two birds with one stone.In English, when you kill two birds with one stone, it means you get one thing done. You get two things done at the same time. Am I explaining that properly? It means that as I make this Wednesdays with Bob, I'm also going to put it out as my Tuesday video this week. So all of you who, who are members, thank you for supporting the channel. All of you who aren't members. This is one of, the things. This video is one of the things that members get, almost every Wednesday, actually I think 46 or 47 times out of the year, I do a Wednesdays with Bob video.And what do I talk about in a Wednesdays with Bob video? Well, sometimes I just talk about the weather. I talk about how we have a little bit of snow here on the farm. I might talk about how it's really cold out here today. It's actually minus eight right now. I should probably be wearing, probably be wearing a winter hat. I also talk about my life and things that are going on.One of the reasons why I'm busy is I need to go to work tonight. I have to go to work tonight to be recognized for working at the school for 25 years. I don't know if it's just going to be a little presentation. I don't know if I'm going to get a gift. But, I have to go to work, tonight.And, last Friday night I actually had to chaperone a school dance. When you chaperone something as a teacher or as an adult, you are, responsible for, the behavior of the students who are at that event. So there was a school dance. I chaperoned it late Friday night. I still don't feel like I've fully recovered from that. I still feel pretty tired.And then I have to go back to work tonight. But, it is, I guess me and a few other teachers are being recognized, for our years of service.You might be wondering, do I ever talk about the chickens? Well, sometimes I do. The chickens actually at some point need to go into the barn. It's not too cold out here for them. They are protected from the wind. But I think this weekend we'll be moving them into the barn and they'll have a much more enjoyable place to be.I'm trying to find Jen, but she's running away from me. She's, she's trying. I tried to hide from you, you're trying to hide from me. I'm killing two birds with one stone. I'm doing a Wednesdays with Bob, but then I'm going to release it Tuesday to everybody. So then I don't have to worry about, getting that done. I was just explaining how busy I am. Oh, and there's Walter. So, do you have anything to say to my wonderful audience? It's cold. It is cold. I wasn't ready for this. Yes, it's definitely colder than we expected.Where am I at here? Oh, I've already talked for too long. I better wrap this up. So I'll walk away now. Anyways, this is what Wednesdays with Bob is. It's me rambling and there actually is some English to learn. If you want to learn a bit of English with this video. I've probably talked too long to include the whole transcript in the description at this point. So I will.Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here and the full transcript is in the description there:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bt1GRURds9g or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian 243"

In this English lesson I'll help you learn useful words and phrases you can use when talking about indoor sports. Some activities happen out in the open, but plenty take place indoors, especially if you live somewhere that experiences the season of winter. When the cold arrives, indoor sports often become the go-to way to stay active.In this English lesson you'll learn vocabulary for activities like: table tennis, ping pong, badminton, indoor soccer, dodgeball, boxing, cornhole, boxing, rock climbing, dance, martial arts, squash, racquetball, ice hockey, and many other sports you can play inside.I hope you enjoy this free English class all about indoor sports!

In this English lesson I will help you learn useful vocabulary for talking about drones and other flying technology. Maybe you've seen a drone at the park or beach or own one in real life, or you're just curious about how they work, these words will help you describe them clearly and confidently in English.In this English lesson you'll learn words and phrases like: drone, quadcopter, controller, gimbal, propeller, battery pack, and flight time. I'll also teach action words like hover, takeoff, and landing, as well as helpful phrases like obstacle avoidance and drone pilot.I hope you enjoy this English lesson about drones!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zAnvU7QpjzU or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Drone"

In this English lesson, you'll learn a collection of everyday verbs that English speakers rely on constantly. These useful words will help you talk about decisions, routines, plans, and all the little actions that fill your day. As you learn them, you'll start sounding more natural, more clear, and more confident when you speak English.In this free English class, we'll look at verbs such as to recommend, to improve, to include, to prepare, to remove, to arrange, to remind, to avoid, to promise, to suggest, to discover, to prefer, to enjoy, to decide, to describe, and to deliver. I'll walk you through simple examples and short explanations so you can see exactly how these verbs work in real conversations.I hope you enjoy this English lesson about common verbs!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZtrN19pn4Q or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Common Verbs"

In this English lesson, you'll learn some useful phrases that include the word “step.” These expressions show up often in everyday conversations, and understanding them will help you sound more natural and confident. You'll learn at how to talk about progress, encouragement, and new beginnings.In this English lesson I'll teach you phrases such as step by step, every step of the way, to take the first step, and one step at a time. These expressions are perfect when you want to talk about learning, completing tasks, or supporting someone. They help you describe how progress happens slowly, carefully, and with patience.We'll also explore phrases about confidence and improvement, including step out of your comfort zone and a step in the right direction. These are great for talking about personal goals and small actions that lead to big results.By the end of the lesson, you'll understand what each phrase means and how to use them naturally in your own English conversations.Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L0JXae4x6RI or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Step"

In this English lesson you'll learn some words and phrases that English speakers use when talking about Big Tech companies like Meta, Amazon, Apple, Google, Facebook, and OpenAI. These tech giants have changed the way we search for information, connect with friends, and shop so it's important to know the words and phrases people use when discussing them in English conversations.In this English class you'll learn useful terms such as big tech, tech giants, targeted advertising, algorithm, search engine, machine learning, server farm, generative AI, data centre, privacy, user data, and cloud computing. By the end of this English lesson, you'll be able to speak confidently about social media platforms, new digital trends, and the rapidly changing technology around you.I hope you enjoy this English lesson about Big Tech!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qsyr7YTss4s or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Big Tech"

One of the best ways to test your English comprehension is to listen to a few jokes. Jokes hold meaning on two levels. They have literal meaning, which most can understand, and they have a secondary meaning which is what makes them funny. As an English learner, if you can understand why a joke is funny, it means your ability to understand English is very well developed.In this English lesson I will tell you two longer jokes that were first told to me by my uncle when I was a kid. I've also included on dad joke as well.I hope these jokes help you learn a bit more English, and maybe you can even try to tell one of these jokes to an English speaking friend. Have a great day!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a154jxI_Gck or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian 2 Jokes"

In this English lesson, I'll be sharing 20 jokes to help you test your English skills in a fun way. If you can understand why the jokes are funny and they make you laugh, it's a great sign that your English level is quite advanced. Being able to get jokes in another language means you truly understand the language and the joke!In this lesson, I'll tell jokes about all kinds of things: computers, bicycles, graveyards, pants, homework, golf, the moon, grapes, numbers, pictures, facial hair, trees, scarecrows, and more! You'll not only learn some funny jokes, but you'll also pick up new English words and phrases along the way.I hope you enjoy this English lesson filled with laughter and learning. Have a great day!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QwktK8DEn84 or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Jokes"

In this English lesson, you'll learn how to talk about bad weather in a casual, everyday way and also in a more formal way you might hear on the news. When it's raining or snowing, we use all kinds of expressions to describe how awful it feels outside. You'll hear people say things like “It's miserable out there,” “What a gross day,” or “It's a crappy day.” These are all informal ways to describe bad weather when you're chatting with friends or coworkers.You'll also learn how to sound more formal when talking about weather conditions. In the news or in official announcements, people often use terms like “adverse weather conditions” or “inclement weather.” These phrases are useful in reports, emails, or work situations where you need to sound professional or polite, even when the weather is terrible!Finally, we'll look at common actions and phrases people use during rain or snow. When it rains, you might “get caught in the rain” or “be drenched” by the time you get home. In snowy weather, you could “go in the ditch” or “slip and fall” on the ice. You'll even learn sports expressions like “a rain delay” or “to be rained out.”By the end of this lesson, you'll be ready to describe any kind of rainy or snowy day in both formal and informal English!I hope you enjoy this English lesson about bad weather!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_6WtKRTg4o or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Bad Weather"

In this English lesson, you'll learn vocabulary for handy machines. These are the everyday machines that make life easier. From the vending machine that gives you snacks to the reverse vending machine that gives you money, these are the little helpers we use all the time without even thinking about it.In this English lesson you'll learn words and phrases like: automatic door, robotic lawn mower, garage door opener, self-checkout, cash counter, escalator, smart plug, vending machine, reverse vending machine, ATM, water fountain, and many more!By the end of this lesson, you'll be able to talk about modern conveniences clearly and naturally in English. Whether you're describing how a garage door opener works or explaining where to find an ATM, you'll sound more fluent and confident when discussing technology that makes life a little easier.I hope you enjoy this English lesson about handy machines!Preply is a great way to find an English conversation partner. Find the perfect tutor to help you make real progress on your English learning journey! Use this link: http://preply.sjv.io/vPYYeL to get 50% off your first lesson or use code BOB50 at checkout. In my experience Preply is a great way to take your language learning to the next level!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZvlELb6xjkQ or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Handy Machines"

Preply is a great way to find an English conversation partner. Find the perfect tutor to help you make real progress on your English learning journey! Use this link: http://preply.sjv.io/vPYYeL to get 50% off your first lesson or use code BOB50 at checkout. In my experience Preply is a great way to take your language learning to the next level!In this English lesson, you'll learn some fun words and phrases that native English speakers love to use! These expressions help you sound more natural when talking about habits, moods, and personalities — especially in casual conversation. From weather and sleep to social life and driving, you'll discover how these short phrases add color to your English.In this English class I'll help you learn English words and phrases like: sweater weather, passenger princess, backseat driver, party pooper, couch potato, beauty sleep, happy camper, early bird, night owl, social butterfly, homebody, city slicker, country bumpkin, neat freak, copycat, and know-it-all, quiet time and me time.This English lesson is full of examples, explanations, and pronunciation practice so you can use these phrases naturally in your daily conversations. Whether you're a social butterfly or more of a homebody, you'll have fun learning!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XwH_Pv5AuCY or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Funny Words"

I thought it would be fun to do a simple lesson about animals and the sounds they make. I'm sure you'll be familiar with most of these, but it should be entertaining to hear me teach the words and then try to make the sounds.In this English lesson you'll learn words like: quack, moo, neigh, bark, meow, honk, oink, roar, moo, baa, woof, whinny, crow, cluck, croak, ribbit, and many more!I hope you enjoy this English lesson about animal sounds!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gYjJQ1c9RZY or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Animal Sounds"

In this English lesson, you'll learn phrases and vocabulary about nature and the great outdoors!

In this English lesson, you'll learn some common words and phrases we use to talk about fitness snacks and drinks. When people go to the gym or exercise, they often have specific things that they eat or drink to stay energized and hydrated.In this English lesson you'll learn words and terms like: energy drink, smoothie, protein shake, protein bar, to hydrate, electrolytes, meal replacement bar, protein powder, and more! These words are useful if you like to talk about fitness, healthy eating, or just want to talk about what people eat and drink to stay in shape.I hope you enjoyed this English lesson about fitness snacks and drinks!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3eDj_OAT2I or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Fitness Drinks"

In this English lesson, you'll learn how to describe bad behaviour in English using phrases that English speakers use every day. Sometimes people disappoint us, say unkind things, or act selfishll and it's helpful to know how to talk about those situations clearly and politely in English.We'll look at common expressions such as to disappoint someone, to let someone down, and to hurt someone's feelings. You'll also learn expressions like to talk behind someone's back, to throw someone under the bus, and to take advantage of someone. I'll make sure that each phrase includes clear examples so you can understand both the meaning and how to use it naturally in conversation.By the end of this lesson, you'll feel more confident talking about bad behaviour in English in your next English conversation! Have a great day!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7G5LrHfij10 or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Bad Behaviour"

It's the first Saturday of October so let's have a live English lesson! I'm really excited and looking forward to seeing all of your questions.In this live English class you'll be able to ask me any questions you want about the English language or about me, or about anything in general, and I'll do my best to answer them. If you have a question or two, come to the lesson and ask! I'm always happy to help people learn English!This English lesson is from Saturday October 4, 2025Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/live/6M5Ce8tKejo or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Live October 2025"

In this English lesson I will help you learn more words and phrases about security. You'll learn words like: turnstile, surveillance, bag check, badge, ID card, metal detector, x-ray, fingerprint scanner, retina scanner, key card, barrier, bouncer, and many more!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-NrfUfZeh6Q or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Security Part 2"

In this English lesson I'll help you learn some common English noun phrases like: a waste of time, a waste of money, a pain in the neck, a piece of cake, a matter of time, a drop in the bucket, a breath of fresh air, a ray of hope, a stroke of luck, a waste of space, a load of nonsense, a blessing in disguise, a fact of life, a state of mind, a sign of the times, a way of life, a rule of thumb, a matter of opinion, a work of art, a turn of events, a moment of truth, a state of emergency, a pack of lies, a flash of lightning, a sense of humor, a loss of words, a way with words, a matter of principle, a question of time, and a waste of energy!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xky8iXBzfMw or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Noun Phrases"

In this English lesson you'll learn five common ways to say that you don't want to do something. Native speakers use these short and natural expressions all the time when they're tired, unmotivated, or just not interested. By the end of this lesson you'll know how to recognize them and use them yourself in everyday conversations.In this lesson you'll hear examples of: I don't want to – the most direct way to say no.I don't feel like it – when you simply don't have the desire.I'd rather not – a more polite refusal.I can't be bothered – a casual way to say you don't have the energy.I don't feel up to it – when you're too tired or unwell to do something.I'll give you simple definitions, clear example sentences, and helpful pronunciation so you can feel confident using these phrases the next time you need to say no in English.I hope you enjoy this English lesson about not wanting to do something! Have a great day!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mhr1E3VJnV8 or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian I Do Not Want To"

From the moment you open your eyes in the morning until you get ready to sleep at night, you're surrounded by familiar objects that are part of your daily routine. In this English lesson, I'll go over 30 common things we see and use every single day. Even though many of these words might be easy and you probably know them already, I'll include clear example sentences so you can learn how native speakers use these words naturally in everyday conversation.In this lesson, you'll hear words like: alarm clock, blanket, pillow, toothbrush, shower, car, bag, chair, lunch, book, nap, dinner, couch, pajamas, and many more.I hope you enjoy this English class as we look at the everyday nouns that shape your day from start to finish!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tXZxflFyaWI or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Nouns Morning Until Night"

Preply is a great way to find an English conversation partner. Find the perfect tutor to help you make real progress on your English learning journey! Use this link: http://preply.sjv.io/e1XbJ1 to get 50% off your first lesson or use code BOB50 at checkout. In my experience Preply is a great way to take your language learning to the next level!In this English lesson I will help you learn phrases that have numbers in them. Have you ever heard someone say they were feeling 100% or that they wanted to split something 50/50? In English, we often use numbers in everyday expressions.In this lesson, I'll teach you some of the most common number phrases in English, explain their meanings, and give you clear examples so you can start using them right away.You'll learn useful expressions like giving 110%, to go halfsies, to rate something out of 10, to feel 100%, to be one in a million, to be second to none, and more.These phrases are common in conversations, movies, TV shows, and even at work. By understanding them, you'll sound more natural and confident when you speak English.I hope you enjoy this English lesson on number phrases! Have a great day!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fEzzgXJWvPQ or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Number Phrases"

In this English lesson we're going to explore compound nouns. These are nouns that are created by combining two words to form a single idea. In particular, we'll focus on open compound nouns, which are written with a space between the words.During this English class you'll learn useful examples such as: wedding reception, juice box, guest room, window frame, window pane, award ceremony, travel agent, bus stop, bowling alley, birthday cake, hospital bed, movie theatre, coffee shop, and many others.I hope you find this English lesson on compound nouns both helpful and enjoyable. Have a wonderful day!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1AoWylKdtGM or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Compound Nouns"

In this English lesson, I'll teach you 8 common phrases we use to describe the kinds of things that people do that are a bit annoying. From bosses at work to parents at home, these expressions will help you talk about annoying behavior in English in a natural way.In this free English class you'll learn these phrases:-to nitpick: to complain about small, unimportant details.-to be on someone's case: to pressure or remind someone repeatedly about something.-to micromanage: to control every small step of someone's work instead of trusting them.-to split hairs: to argue over tiny details that don't really matter.-to harp on someone: to complain about the same thing again and again.-to look over someone's shoulder: to closely watch or supervise someone while they work.-to hound someone: to keep pressuring or bothering someone about something.-to pick something apart: to point out all the mistakes or flaws in something.By the end of this lesson, you'll be able to recognize these expressions and use them in your own conversations. These are very natural phrases that native English speakers use all the time, so learning them will help you sound more fluent.I hope you enjoyed this English lesson about annoying people!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kuXN3zR0kEA or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Annoying"

In this English lesson we'll look at a number of terms and phrases that have the word "kick" in them. You might be surprised by how many there are, and what the meanings are. Also, thanks to Mohd Ags for the lesson idea. I'll be sure to show you the word or phrase, give a definition, and a picture to help you remember the meaning.In this English lesson you'll learn words and phrases like: alive and kicking, a kickstand, to kickstart, to kick in, to kick the habit, to kick butt, to get a kick out of something, to be on a kick, and many more!I hope you enjoy this English lesson about words and phrases with the word "kick"! Have a great day!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r_LEZ1Pb6Ek or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Kicks"

It's the first Saturday of September so let's have a live English lesson! I'm excited and looking forward to it!In this live English class you'll be able to ask me any questions you want about the English language and I'll do my best to answer them on the spot! If you have a question or two, come to the lesson and ask! I'm always happy to help people who are learning English!This English lesson is from Saturday September 6, 2025.

In this English lesson you'll learn useful phrases and expressions we use when talking about procrastination and doing things late. I'll explain what it means to procrastinate, to put something off, to do something at the last minute, and many other natural phrases.You'll hear real-life examples like renewing a passport too late, not changing lanes soon enough to make an exit, or dragging your feet when you don't feel like cleaning the house. These phrases will help you understand everyday English conversations and describe your own habits more clearly.We'll also look at common words and expressions connected to deadlines and time pressure, such as cutting it close, to waste time, and to run out of time.By the end of this lesson, you'll be able to talk about procrastination with confidence and recognize these expressions when native speakers use them. Don't put it off! Watch the video now and practice your English today!I hope you enjoyed this English lesson about procrastination and deadlines. Have a great day!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Py-Lhuoh4Ms or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Procrastination"

In this English lesson you'll learn some of the most common words in English that have two different meanings. These words can be tricky for English learners because the same word can mean something completely different in another context. By the end of this lesson, you'll be able to recognize both meanings and use them correctly in your own conversations. I'll also be giving some good example sentences and teach you how to pronounce them correctly.In this English lesson you'll learn words like: bat, bark, spring, date, seal, nail, watch, jam, wave, light, match, fair, letter, park, tie and many more. I'll give you a picture and a simple definition for each word, along with clear example sentences so you can hear how native speakers use these words in everyday English.I hope you enjoy this free English class about words with two meanings. Have a great day!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gRDFxg7GjOw or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Two Meanings"

In this English lesson we'll go to a shopping plaza / strip mall! This is part two of a lesson I did a few months ago. Many of you enjoyed it and asked for another. In my part of the English speaking world we have what are called strip malls or shopping plazas. These are places where all the shops and stores are in a row with the door facing the parking lot. Walk with me as I explain each location and give you a peek inside each restaurant, shop, and store!In this English lesson I will help you learn words and phrases like: clothing store, nail salon, vacant, to rent, to lease, pizzeria, fast food, drive-thru, big box store, hardware store, garden centre, beer store, animal hospital, juice bar, pharmacy, and many more!I hope you enjoyed this English lesson about shopping plazas!Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jd4yiK3kFVM or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Shopping Plaza"