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In figure skating, native speakers use the word jumper to describe a skater who is known for powerful jumps. This Short explains what jumper means and how it is used in real English sports commentary. Designed for intermediate English learners who want to improve listening comprehension and understand authentic American English. #learnenglish #englishvocabulary #americanenglish #englishlistening #esl #learnenglishthroughstories
Real English: What a “Jumper” Means in Olympic Figure Skating
In Olympic figure skating, commentators use words like graceful, elegant, and ice princess to describe certain skaters. This Short explains what ice princess means in real American English and how native speakers use it in sports commentary and media. This video helps intermediate English learners improve listening skills and build vocabulary through authentic English used in real cultural events like the Olympics. #learnenglish #englishvocabulary #americanenglish #englishlistening #esl #learnenglishthroughstories
Real English from Olympic Figure Skating: What “Ice Princess” Means
🎿 One of the most famous Olympic scandals in U.S. history involved two figure skaters, a shocking attack, and a media frenzy that spread around the world. This episode tells the true story of Nancy Kerrigan and Tonya Harding, and explains what happened before the 1994 Lillehammer Games. Perfect for English learners around the world, this story teaches real-life American English words and phrases used in conversations and news stories about crimes, investigations, and scandals. Great for ESL/EFL learners who want to improve listening, build vocabulary, and learn American culture through a real story. 🎧 Also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more! 🔔 Follow us @LearnEnglishPod: Podcast website: https://learnenglishpod.com/ Follow us on social Media: https://linktr.ee/learnenglishpod Take lessons with me: https://www.italki.com/en/teacher/8531387 📚Affiliate link for italki: https://www.italki.com/en/i/ref/GBBdbb Affiliate link for Lingq: https://www.lingq.com/?referral=msusc 📝 Vocabulary List: 1) dominated the news: appeared everywhere in the media for a period of time 2) graceful: moving in a smooth, beautiful way 3) elegant: calm, polished, and controlled in style 4) artistry: skill and beauty of performance (style, expression) 5) ice princess: a term for a very polished, “princess-like” female skater 6) instability: lack of safety, consistency, or security 7) assaulted: violently attacked (physical attack) 8) baton: a hard stick that can be used as a weapon (also used by police) 9) investigation: a police process of finding facts and evidence 10) evidence: information or proof used to show what happened 11) pled guilty: formally said in court that you committed a crime 12) hindering (an investigation): slowing down or interfering with police as they try to find the truth 13) media frenzy: a situation where the media becomes obsessed with one story ⏱ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 01:05 Who were Nancy Kerrigan and Tonya Harding? 03:03 Tonya Harding’s background 04:35 Media focus, judging, and public image 05:25 The attack in Detroit (what happened) 06:44 Investigation, suspects, and the media frenzy 09:40 Olympics outcome + aftermath #LearnEnglish #AmericanEnglish #ESL #EnglishListening #EnglishVocabulary #Olympics #FigureSkating #TonyaHarding #NancyKerrigan
Learn Real-Life English: The True 1994 Olympic Scandal (Figure Skating)
A soft launch is when someone hints at a relationship online without officially announcing it. A soft launch is when someone hints at a relationship online without officially announcing it. Understanding slang like this helps English learners follow real conversations and social media. Learn more dating slang on this week's Valentine's Day episode of the Learn English podcast! #learnenglish #englishslang #datingenglish #englishvocabulary #learnamericanenglish #englishshorts #esllearners #speakenglish #englishphrases #americanenglish
What Is a Soft Launch in Dating? English Slang Explained
When a relationship becomes exclusive, it means both people are only dating each other. This is important vocabulary in modern English conversations about dating and relationships. Learning these terms helps English learners understand real spoken English. Learn more dating slang on this week's Valentine's Day episode of the Learn English podcast! #learnenglish #englishslang #datingenglish #englishvocabulary #learnamericanenglish #englishshorts #esllearners #speakenglish #englishphrases #americanenglish
What “Exclusive” Means in Dating (English Explained)
A situationship is when two people act like they’re in a relationship but don’t officially call each other boyfriend or girlfriend. This is very common modern dating slang in American English. Understanding slang like this helps English learners follow real conversations and social media. Learn more dating slang on these week's episode on the Learn English Podcast and get ready for Valentine's Day! #learnenglish #englishslang #datingenglish #englishvocabulary #learnamericanenglish #englishshorts #esllearners #speakenglish #englishphrases #americanenglish
Situationship Meaning (Modern English Slang)
A blind date is when you meet someone for the first time without knowing them beforehand. This is common vocabulary used in American English conversations, movies, and real life. Learning these terms helps English learners understand real spoken English. Learn more dating slang on these week's episode on the Learn English Podcast and get ready to celebrate Valentine's Day! #learnenglish #englishslang #datingenglish #englishvocabulary #learnamericanenglish #englishshorts #esllearners #speakenglish #englishphrases #americanenglish
What Is a Blind Date? English Vocabulary Explained
In modern English slang, “thirsty” doesn’t mean you need water. It means someone is trying too hard to get attention, especially romantic attention. This is very common slang used by native English speakers. Understanding slang like this helps English learners sound more natural and understand real conversations. Learn more dating slang on this week's Valentine's Day episode of the Learn English podcast! #learnenglish #englishslang #datingenglish #englishvocabulary #learnamericanenglish #englishshorts #esllearners #speakenglish #englishphrases #americanenglish
“Thirsty” Doesn’t Mean Water (English Slang Explained)
What does “slide into someone’s DMs” mean? This is one of the most common modern slang phrases in American English. Native speakers use it when someone sends a private message because they’re romantically interested in another person. This is real English used on Instagram, TikTok, and social media every day. Learn more dating slang on these week's episode on the Learn English Podcast and get ready for Valentine's Day! #learnenglish #englishslang #datingenglish #englishvocabulary #learnamericanenglish #englishshorts #esllearners #speakenglish #englishphrases #americanenglish
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