Now, Words and Their Stories, a program in Special English by the Voice of America. It is surprising how many expressions that Americans use every day came from the card game of poker. For example, you hear the expression, ace in the hole, used by many people who would never think of going near a [...]
Now, the VOA Special English program, Words and Their Stories. Last week, I explained some English expressions about clothes. Everything I told you was true. I did not talk through my hat or say something without knowing the facts.
Now, the VOA Special English program, Words and Their Stories. I’m Rich Kleinfeldt. Today we tell about the word fireworks.
Now, the VOA Special English program WORDS AND THEIR STORIES.
Now, the VOA Special English program, Words and Their Stories. A person’s nose is important for breathing and smelling. The nose is also used in many popular expressions. Some people are able to lead other people by the nose. For example, if a wife leads her husband by the nose, she makes him do [...]
Now, the VOA Special English program, Words and Their Stories. People use their mouths for many things. They eat, talk, shout and sing. They smile and they kiss. In the English language, there are many expressions using the word mouth. But some of them are not so nice.
Now, the VOA Special English program, Words and Their Stories. A person’s name is very important. Some names also have special meanings in popular American expressions. To better understand what I mean, sit back and listen. You might even want to get a cup of Joe, I mean, a cup of coffee.