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When Running Isn't Running - An English Lesson Jan 06, 2023

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Welcome to this English lesson about the word running. It usually means to go really fast, like the speed faster than walking, but sometimes we use this in other phrases as well.
In this English lesson you'll learn how to use phrases like: running late, running behind, running a business, running out of, a running engine or machine, and more!
After watching this lesson you'll be able to use the word running in many different phrases and hopefully it helps you in your next English conversation.
Have a good day!
Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g3GPNDe72UI or find by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Running"

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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Jan 04, 2023

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Just a short Christmas and New Year message this week. It's a bit late for a Christmas message, and a bit early to say Happy New Year, but, hey, right in the middle is just right.
I hope you are all doing well. Thanks for watching in 2022 and I hope to see you all in 2023!
Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VwPGbeik2Gk or find by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Merry Christmas"

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Let's Learn English! Topic: Reactions! 😮😠🙎 Dec 25, 2022

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Let's learn some English words and phrases about reactions! In this English lesson I'll help you learn common English words and phrases for reactions and we'll learn some more advanced ways of describing reactions in English.
In this English lesson you'll learn words and phrases like: shocked, amazed, taken aback, astounded, outraged, offended, stunned, and more!
During this English lesson I will go over the pronunciation and meaning of each word and phrase as well as answer questions from you!
I hope this lesson is helpful as you continue to learn English!
Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g1ZLwOJkGYY or find by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Reactions"

The Silver King's War
The Silver King's War is a series of World War II plays (The Silver King, Marauder Men,...

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Simple English Phrases to Describe a Bad Day Dec 24, 2022

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Have you learned the English words and phrase you need to talk about specific things that happen that make you have a bad day? Sometimes I'm sure you have great days, awesome days, even spectacular days. Sometimes though you have a bad day. In this English lesson I'll help you learn how to describe the common things that can cause a bad day.
In this English lesson you'll learn how to describe these bad days. These are all very common phrases in my area, and they'll certainly help you learn how to express yourself in your next English conversation.
In this free English class you'll learn phrases like: I forgot my lunch. I missed the bus. I slept in. And many more!
I hope you enjoy this English lesson about how to talk about a bad day. 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=pUKsyMxI5RQ or find by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Bad Day"

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Let's Learn English! Topic: Furniture! 🛏️🪑🛋️ Dec 18, 2022

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Welcome to this English lesson about furniture! Furniture is all around us. You're probably sitting on a piece of furniture right now! In this English lesson I will review with you the names of the furniture that you will find in a house or apartment. I'll also go over some phrases we use when we talk about furniture.
In this English class you'll learn words and phrases like: recliner, footstool, love seat, couch, sofa, change table, lawn chair, entertainment centre, and more!
I hope you enjoy this English lesson about furniture!
Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jARGpD7zznA or find by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Furniture"

The Silver King's War
The Silver King's War is a series of World War II plays (The Silver King, Marauder Men,...

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How to Use the Word QUITE in English! Dec 16, 2022

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Welcome to this English lesson about the word "quite". We use the word "quite" quite a bit when we speak English. We use it to emphasize what we're talking about.
It doesn't matter if it is a person, place, thing, or an action, the word "quite" can be used.
In this English lesson I'll show you a number of ways to use "quite" and I'll be sure to give plenty of examples!
I hope you enjoy this English lesson about the word "quite"!
Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eX-3CKMvQRs or find by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Quite"

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Let's Learn English! Topic: Sickness 🤒😷🤢 Dec 11, 2022

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Welcome to this free English lesson! In this English lesson you will learn English words and phrases associated with sickness and illness. As humans, we tend to get sick once in a while. In fact, I was just sick for a few days. That's why there was no English lesson this past week.
When you are sick, or when you are back to normal, it is nice to know how to talk about being sick in English.
In this English lesson I'll help you learn English words and phrases like: sickness, feeling under the weather, treatment, cough, sore throat, stuffed up nose, and more!
I hope you enjoy this English lesson!
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=re6ANh4Vjhs or find by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Sickness"

The Silver King's War
The Silver King's War is a series of World War II plays (The Silver King, Marauder Men,...

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7 Ways To Improve Your English Pronunciation Dec 10, 2022

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In this English lesson I'll help you learn 7 techniques that you can use to improve your English pronunciation.
I'll talk about training your mouth to form the right shapes, using your tongue and mouth to produce the right sounds, and I'll give you clear strategies for improving how you sound when you speak English!
In this lesson I'll help you learn about: singing along, reading out loud, doing vocal warmups, recording yourself with video and audio, and more!
I hope this English class helps you improve your English pronunciation!
Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wsv6P7bHXAc or find by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Pronunciation"

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Let's Learn English! Topic: Gifts! 🎁🎀🛍️ Nov 27, 2022

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Welcome to this English lesson about gifts! There are many types of occasions where we give each other gifts. There is a lot of vocabulary to learn to be able to talk about gifts in English. In this lesson we'll do just that. I'll help you learn words and phrases that you'll need to know to talk about gifts in English.
In this free English class you'll learn words and phrases like: to make a list, gift card, wrapping paper, to return, gift receipt, to give, to receive, to buy, gift exchange, to draw names, to regift, and more!
I hope you enjoy this English lesson about gifts!
Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://youtu.be/YECOd1SkJJw or find by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Gifts"

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How to Describe a Video in English Nov 26, 2022

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In this video I'll help you learn how to describe a video in English. Have you ever watched a great English lesson on Youtube and not known how to describe it to a friend? When you watch a good video, and you learn a lot, it's fun to share it with other English learners.
In this English lesson I'll help you learn how to describe many aspects of a video. You'll learn how to describe the length, how quickly the person talks, the volume, the background, the style, how far the person stands from the camera and more!
I hope you enjoy this little English class about how to describe a video in English. 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=ut758d1D32M or find by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Describing Videos"

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