Idiom: PLAY IT BY EAR - English Vocabulary #shorts

Idiom: PLAY IT BY EAR - English Vocabulary #shorts

What does it mean if you 'play it by ear'? Today, we're looking at the idiomatic expression 'play it by ear'. If you play something by ear, it means that you are reacting to a situation and then making a decision. You're not planning anything in advance. It's about being flexible and making decisions based on the situation as it unfolds. Now, apparently, this expression comes from the world of music. Musicians often play a piece of music without reading the notes, but by listening and improvising based on what they hear. Here are a couple of examples to illustrate how it's used: 'What are we doing after lunch?' 'I'm not sure; let's play it by ear. Maybe we can go grab a coffee or go for a walk in the park.' 'Do you have any plans for your vacation?' 'No, not really. I think I'll play it by ear. Maybe I'll visit a few cities or just go hang out on a beach somewhere.' 'The way that I approach the situation, at least, is just to play it by ear and see how it develops step by step.' 'Do you have a plan for the meeting tomorrow?' 'It depends on what the client says, so we'll just have to play it by ear.' I hope that helps. Thanks for watching. See you next time. https://organicenglish.club/ More from Organic English: Organic English Website: http://bit.ly/Organic-Web On Facebook: http://bit.ly/Organic-Facebook On Instagram: http://bit.ly/Organic-Insta SUBSCRIBE ➡️ http://bit.ly/Subscribe2OrganicEnglish #idioms #english #vocabulary #learnenglish #grammar #ielts #englishteacher #englishvocabulary #englishlearning #englishidioms #englishgrammar #englishtips #englishlanguage #phrasalverbs #toefl #education #studyenglish #learningenglish #learning #phrases #speakenglish #idiom #englishclass #esl #ingles #language #englishcourse #proverbs #vocab #learnenglishonline

Idioms: HIT THE BOOKS - English Vocabulary #shorts

Idioms: HIT THE BOOKS - English Vocabulary #shorts

Idioms: HIT THE BOOKS - English Vocabulary #shorts

Hi folks, Charlie here. I have to apologize because I haven't been replying to your comments, and I haven't been posting as many videos recently. And that's because I've been hitting the books pretty hard. Don't worry, that doesn't mean I've been punching books. In this case, "hit the books" is an idiomatic expression, which means to study or to read in a focused way. I've been hitting the books because I have an exam coming up this week. Once that's done, I'll be posting again as usual. Thanks very much for watching. I hope that helps. See you next time. https://organicenglish.club/ More from Organic English: Organic English Website: http://bit.ly/Organic-Web On Facebook: http://bit.ly/Organic-Facebook On Instagram: http://bit.ly/Organic-Insta SUBSCRIBE ➡️ http://bit.ly/Subscribe2OrganicEnglish #English #LearnEnglish #EnglishLanguage #IELTS #TOEFL #ESL #phrasalverbs #phrasalverbchallenge #englishvocabulary #englishvocabularyforbeginners #englishgrammar #englishspeaking

English Idiom: "PUT SOMEONE ON THE SPOT" #shorts

English Idiom: "PUT SOMEONE ON THE SPOT" #shorts

What does it mean if someone puts you on the spot?" The idiomatic phrase "put someone on the spot" means to put someone in an uncomfortable or difficult situation where they have to make a decision or say something without being prepared. Here are a few examples to illustrate: During the meeting, the boss put Sarah on the spot by asking her to make her presentation without any notice. The teacher put me on the spot when he asked me to answer a really difficult question in front of the whole class. So, there you go, "to put someone on the spot." In these examples, someone was put in an unexpected situation where they had to respond to something or make a decision without being prepared. ❖ Support the channel HERE 👋🏽: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/organicenglish Ever wondered about the meaning of "put someone on the spot"? In this short video, we break down this popular idiom, providing clear examples from everyday situations. Perfect for English learners or anyone curious about language nuances. Like, share, and subscribe for more insightful content! I hope that helps. Thanks for watching. See you next time. https://organicenglish.club/resources More from Organic English: Organic English Website: http://bit.ly/Organic-Web On Facebook: http://bit.ly/Organic-Facebook On Instagram: http://bit.ly/Organic-Insta SUBSCRIBE ➡️ http://bit.ly/Subscribe2OrganicEnglish #English #LearnEnglish #EnglishLanguage #IELTS #TOEFL #ESL #Idioms #EnglishPhrases #LanguageLearning #PutSomeoneOnTheSpot #EnglishIdioms #EverydayEnglish #LanguageInsights

"PUNT ON" vs "TAKE A PUNT ON" - English Idioms Explained #shorts

"PUNT ON" vs "TAKE A PUNT ON" - English Idioms Explained #shorts

Today, I've got two very similar-sounding idioms that actually have meanings that are almost completely opposite. The two idioms are "to punt on something" and "to take a punt on something." Let's take a look at "to take a punt on something" first. If you "take a punt on something," it means you take a chance on something, especially if there's some risk involved. Think of gambling or making some kind of a bet. Here's an example to illustrate: "I wasn't sure about the startup's potential, but I decided to take a punt on it anyway." So, here, I wasn't sure how successful the startup would be, but I took the risk and invested in it anyway. Here's another example: "He wasn't sure about the weather, but he took a punt on it being sunny and prepared a picnic." In this instance, he wasn't sure whether the weather was going to be good or not, but he took the risk and prepared a picnic. Now, let's take a look at "punt on something." If you "punt on something," it means you avoid making a decision or taking action on something. It's an idiom that comes from American football. In American football, if you punt the ball, it means you kick the ball to the opposition instead of carrying on with the current play. "When the politician was asked a tough question, he punted on it and said he would address it at a later date." In this case, the politician didn't want to answer the question, so he decided to leave it until another time. "I'm not sure which movie to watch tonight. I'll punt on it and let you decide." Here, I don't know what movie to choose, so I'm going to let you make the decision. So, be careful when using these two idioms. They sound very similar, but the meanings are quite different. I hope that helps. Thanks for watching. See you next time. ❖ Support the channel HERE 👋🏽: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/organicenglish Dive into the world of English idioms with this detailed breakdown of "to punt on something" and "to take a punt on something." These two similar-sounding idioms have very different meanings, and we're here to clear up any confusion. Perfect for English learners looking to expand their vocabulary and grasp the nuances of idiomatic expressions. Don't miss out on this chance to enhance your English language skills! https://organicenglish.club/ More from Organic English: Organic English Website: http://bit.ly/Organic-Web On Facebook: http://bit.ly/Organic-Facebook On Instagram: http://bit.ly/Organic-Insta SUBSCRIBE ➡️ http://bit.ly/Subscribe2OrganicEnglish #English #LearnEnglish #EnglishLanguage #IELTS #TOEFL #ESL #EnglishVocabulary #HighVsTall #LearnEnglish #Adjectives #LanguageLearning #EnglishGrammar #esl #EnglishLearning #Linguistics #Idioms #PeaceOfMind #PieceOfMyMind #EnglishLanguageSkills #LanguageLearning #EnglishVocabulary #EnglishGrammar #EnglishIdioms #LearnEnglish #EnglishVocabulary #LanguageLearning #EnglishLanguage #IdiomaticExpressions #AmericanFootball #RiskTaking #DecisionMaking #EnglishTutorial

Phrasal Verb: TURN OVER - English Vocabulary #shorts

Phrasal Verb: TURN OVER - English Vocabulary #shorts

Learn about the word "turnover." We talk about what it means and give examples. This video helps you understand "turnover" in different situations. Like and subscribe for more easy English lessons! ❖ Support the channel HERE 👋🏽: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/organicenglish Here is a transcript of the video to help you follow along: Today's phrasal verb is "turnover." "Turnover" has several meanings depending on the context. We're looking at the top two:  "Turnover" means to transfer control, responsibility, or possession of something to someone else. Here are a few examples: • He turned over the keys of the car to the new owner. • We believe that before people turn over control to an autonomous car, that autonomous car should be at least as good as the very best human drivers.  Another way we use "turnover" is when we flip something or reverse it so that we can see the other side. For example: • She turned over the card so she could see the picture on the other side. • I sat down and turned over the test paper. Here's a bonus use of the phrasal verb "turnover": If you "turn over" when you're watching TV, it means that you change the channel. For example, "Whenever that guy's on TV, I turn over." I hope that helps. Thanks for watching. See you next time. https://organicenglish.club/resources More from Organic English: Organic English Website: http://bit.ly/Organic-Web On Facebook: http://bit.ly/Organic-Facebook On Instagram: http://bit.ly/Organic-Insta SUBSCRIBE ➡️ http://bit.ly/Subscribe2OrganicEnglish #English #LearnEnglish #EnglishLanguage #IELTS #TOEFL #ESL #PhrasalVerb #Turnover #EnglishLanguage #LanguageLearning #VocabularyEnhancement #RealLifeExamples #EnglishTips #LanguageInsights #YouTubeShorts #EducationalContent