Happy English Podcast (Natural American English)

1097 – Everyday Phrasal Verbs with “Off”

You know, I keep putting off cleaning the garage. They called off the game because of the rain. I’ll drop you off at the station. What time does your flight take off? My

1096 – How to Use “At Least” Naturally

It’ll take at least an hour. At least nobody was hurt. You could at least say thank you. At least I tried.  At least is a very common expression in everyday English, and

1095 – How to Use “Pretty” in Everyday English

1095 – How to Use “Pretty” in Everyday English It’s pretty good. I’m pretty sure. That was pretty expensive. We’re pretty busy today. That’s pretty much it.  Pretty is

1094 – How to Use “Thing” Naturally

The thing is, I’m busy tomorrow. Here’s the thing... That’s the thing. The funny thing is, I actually liked it. The good thing is, nobody was hurt. One thing I like about

1093 – How to Use “Anyway” Naturally

Anyway, what were you saying? Anyway, I should get going. I didn’t really want to go, but I went anyway. It was expensive, but I bought it anyway.  Anyway is one of those

1092 – How to Use “Deal” in Everyday Conversation

That’s fair. That’s not fair. Fair enough. To be fair, he did warn us. Give her a fair chance. Let’s split it fairly.  Fair is a common word in everyday English, but we u

1091 – How to Use “Fair” and “Fair Enough”

That’s fair. That’s not fair. Fair enough. To be fair, he did warn us. Give her a fair chance. Let’s split it fairly.  Fair is a common word in everyday English, but we

1090 – Six Everyday Ways to Use “Way”

I stopped at the store on the way home. By the way, did you call John? Either way, we need to decide today. No way! You won the tickets? This jacket is way too big.  Way

1089 – How to Use “No Wonder” Naturally

No wonder you’re tired—you only slept four hours. No wonder the room is cold. The window is open. She practices every day, so it’s no wonder she’s improving. Well, no won

1088 – What Does “Mean” Really Mean?

What do you mean? I didn’t mean to upset you. I’ve been meaning to call you. You mean a lot to me , but I guess it just wasn’t meant to be. This lesson is meant to help y

1087 – Everyday Phrasal Verbs with “Out"

I found out that the store is closing. I can’t figure out how this app works. We ran out of coffee. Everything worked out in the end. It turned out to be a great restaura

1086 - How to Use “That Makes Sense” Naturally

Does that make sense? That makes sense. I’m trying to make sense of this. It makes sense to do that. Financially, it makes sense.  Sense is one of those words that appea

1085 – What’s the Point? How to Use “Point” in Conversation

Good point. You have a point. That’s the point. That’s not the point. What’s your point? My point is... What’s the point of arguing?  Point is a really common word in ev

1084 – How to Use “Mind” Naturally

Do you mind if I sit here? Would you mind closing the window? I don’t mind. Never mind. Keep that in mind. It slipped my mind.  Mind is one of those small words that appe

1083 – See, Watch, or Look? How to Use Them in Real Life

I saw Lisa at the station. We watched a movie last night. Look at this photo. Look, I understand what you’re saying.  See, watch, and look are all connected to using our

1082 - How Americans Really Use "It Depends"

"Do you like living in New York?" "It depends." "Should I buy a new laptop?" "Well...it depends." "Is English difficult?" "That depends." "It depends" is one of those li

1081 - Bring vs. Take: Which One Should You Use?

Can you bring me a coffee? I'm only taking one suitcase. What should I bring? Don't forget to take your umbrella. Bring your laptop. Take this to the office. Bring and t

1080 - Hear or Listen? What’s the Difference?

I heard a strange noise. Listen to this song. Can you hear me? Are you listening to me? Hear and listen. These words are both connected to sound and ears, so it's easy t

1079 - Phrasal Verbs with "Back" You'll Actually Use

Come back. Call back. Pay back. Give back. Get back. Write back. What do all of these expressions have in common? Well, of course, they all use the word back. But here's

1078 - What Does "Go Ahead" Really Mean?

Go ahead. Go ahead and start without me. You go ahead. I'll catch up. Go right ahead. Go ahead, I'm listening. Go ahead. Two simple words that you'll hear all the time i